TECH - MH/BH

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match

SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Tucson, AZ, is seeking a Behavioral Health Technician to provide essential nursing care and assist in maintaining a safe environment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma, with preference for those having education in nursing or social services. The role requires basic patient care skills and the ability to work collaboratively. This position offers competitive compensation and benefits, suitable for those looking to make a meaningful impact in mental healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must be able to obtain AZ Fingerprint clearance card and be 21 years of age.
• Experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.
• Completion of EMT, CNA, or Medical Assistant training is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care under supervision.
• Aid with activities of daily living.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Basic nursing care

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Education in nursing, psychology, or social service

Job description

Responsibilities

Palo Verde Behavioral Health Hospital provides comprehensive behavioral healthcare for children, adolescents, adults, and senior adults suffering from mental health and addictive illnesses. PVBH is an 84-bed, short-term, acute care hospital offering inpatient, partial and intensive outpatient hospitalization, as well as specialized treatment programs for chemical dependency. PVBH has an excellent reputation as an innovative hospital with caring, dedicated staff, experienced in the delivery of behavioral healthcare. Situated in Tucson, AZ, at the base of the Catalina Foothills, PVBH is minutes to Saguaro National Park and the University of Arizona.

If you are interested in making a difference in the lives of others, join our team! We are currently seeking a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) for work as needed on days or nights (7a-7p) or (7p - 7a).

The Behavioral Health Technician provides basic nursing care, aids with activities of daily living, and assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, under the direction and supervision of the Hospital Supervisor and the assigned RN to the unit.

Benefits include:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program

Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent required; Minimum two (2) years of education focused on nursing, psychology, social service, medicine or related field preferred. Completion of EMT, CNA, Medical Assistant, Security training program or equivalent preferred.

Experience: Experience in a psychiatric setting preferred.

Other requirements: Must be able to obtain AZ Fingerprint clearance card (Level one) and are at least 21 years of age during application of card

One of the nation’s largest and most respected hospital companies, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Steadily growing from a startup to an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, UHS today has annual revenue nearing $10 billion. In 2017, UHS was recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; ranked #276 on the Fortune 500, and listed #275 in Forbes inaugural ranking of America’s Top 500 Public Companies.

Our operating philosophy is as effective today as it was 40 years ago: Build or acquire high quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets, invest in the people and equipment needed to allow each facility to thrive, and become the leading healthcare provider in each community we serve. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has more than 81,000 employees and through its subsidiaries operates more than 320 acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers in the United States, Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Notice

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