Technician-Psychiatric

Baptist; Columbus (MS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist in Columbus, MS seeks a non-clinical coordination role under licensed nursing personnel, handling transcription of orders, chart maintenance, and use of communication devices.

The position includes clerical duties, patient flow support, supplies management, and participation in ongoing education to ensure patient safety and care quality. Strong communication and basic math skills are required.

Qualifications

• One year experience in business office or related health care field.
• Customer service or public relations experience preferred.
• Proficient in basic math, grammar, and communication.
• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical responsibilities.
• Maintains the patient chart.
• Demonstrates good communication skills.
• Facilitates patient/bed flow by utilizing admission, transfer, and discharge activities according to procedure.
• Manages supplies and equipment.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in procedures for the patient population served in line with policies.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Completes assigned goals.

Skills

Customer service

Public relations

Healthcare office experience

Office administration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic math and communication skills

Job description

• Business Unit BMH Golden Triangle Hospital

Job Description

Job Summary

Functions under the direction of licensed nursing personnel to coordinate non-clinical tasks, including: transcription of doctor's orders, maintaining the patient chart and utilization of communication devices. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Summary

Functions under the direction of licensed nursing personnel to coordinate non-clinical tasks, including: transcription of doctor's orders, maintaining the patient chart and utilization of communication devices. Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Performs clerical responsibilities.
• Maintains the patient chart.
• Demonstrates good communication skills.
• Facilitates patient/bed flow by utilizing admission, transfer, and discharge activities according to procedure.
• Manages supplies and equipment.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Performs direct patient care duties as assigned under the direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Assists in the performance of procedures for the patient population served in a manner that is consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Provides for patient safety.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

• One year experience in business office or related health care field. Previous experience utilizing customer service or public relation skills.

Education

Minimum Required

• Skilled and proficient in basic math, grammar, and communication

Preferred/Desired

Training

Minimum Required

Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology preferred

Licensure

Minimum Required

• BLS within 14 days of hire.

Preferred/Desired