Phlebotomist Mental Health Technician - PRN

UHS; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital in Scottsdale is seeking a Phlebotomist Mental Health Technician to support the behavioral health team. The PMHT collects, prepares, and ships patient specimens under RN supervision and assists with patient care and group activities.

This PRN, in-office position requires phlebotomy training, CPR/BLS certification, and the ability to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card, contributing to a collaborative treatment environment.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Phlebotomy program is required.
• 1 year of Phlebotomy experience is required.
• Current Basic Life Support/ CPR certification is required.
• Fingerprint Clearance Card level 1 is required or obtainable.

Responsibilities

• Collect, prepare, and ship patient specimens accurately and timely.
• Assist with patient care and manage behavioral issues.
• Facilitate education and activity groups as directed.
• Serve as mentor or patient advocate as needed.
• Work under RN supervision in a behavioral health setting.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Behavioral health

CPR/BLS certified

Education

Phlebotomy program

Associates degree in Behavioral Health

Job description

Responsibilities

Via Linda Behavioral Hospital is a behavioral health provider serving Scottsdale and the greater Phoenix area. We opened in February 2022 and now offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services. Our modern 120-bed facility offers specialized mental health services and substance use treatment for teens, adults, and older adults experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders and co‑occurring addictions.

The Phlebotomist Mental Health Technician (PMHT) works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide clerical and patient care activities in the treatment and care of patients with psychiatric and substance abuse conditions including the collection and shipping patient specimens in an accurate, efficient and timely manner. The PMHT will be responsible for collecting, preparing, and shipping specimens of collected patient specimen and managing behavioral problems and facilitates education and activity groups as directed. Actively participates as a member of the treatment team and performs other duties as assigned. May serve as a mentor with other Mental Health Technicians, based on experience or tenure. May serve in roles of patient advocate or milieu specialist depending on education, experience, and/or tenure.

PRN/Per Diem

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Graduation from a Phlebotomy program.
• Preferred Education: Associates degree in a behavioral health related field (Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Behavioral Sciences, etc.).
• Minimum Experience: 1 year of Phlebotomy.
• Preferred Experience: 1-year experience in a behavioral health inpatient setting.
• Required Certification/License: Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
• Preferred Certification/License: Certified Phlebotomist, Medical Assistant and/or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA).

Must have or be able to obtain a Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card.

This is a PRN, in-office position.

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