PRN MHT - NOC

Cedar Hills Hospital; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Hills Hospital in Portland, OR is seeking a dedicated Mental Health Technician to support patient care and safety on the unit. The role includes direct observation, patient escorting, and basic nursing tasks under RN supervision, with emphasis on recovery-oriented, compassionate care.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and knowledge of behavior management strategies for psychiatric or substance use disorders; current AHA BLS CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of behavior management strategies required for care of psychiatric/substance use disorders.
• Must be able to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans.
• Current AHA BLS CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Observes, escorts, and monitors patients.
• Reports observations to the Registered Nurse.
• Provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living; maintains a safe, secure, and clean environment.
• Engages patients in recovery-oriented behaviors.

Skills

Observation skills

Behavior management

Reading policies

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

The Mental Health Technician:

• observes, escorts, and monitors patients
• reports observations to the Registered Nurse
• provides basic nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse
• assists patients with activities of daily living; assists in the maintenance of a safe, secure, and clean environment
• engages patients in positive role models recovery-oriented behaviors

Qualifications

Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience: Knowledge of behavior management strategies required to provide care for persons with psychiatric and/or substance use disorders, knowledge of approved techniques to assist patients with ambulation and self-care preferred. Must be able to read, understand, and follow policies, procedures, and written treatment plans.

Must have current AHA BLS CPR