Behavioral Health Technician

Sanford Health•Thief River Falls, MN

9d•$17 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. Come join our Behavioral Health team as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) utilizing a team-based approach to patient care in a fun and supportive work environment. Our work environment embraces diversity, has creative problem solving, and will help you grow as a person in the healthcare field. Varied 12-hour day or night shifts and every third weekend in a block schedule, with opportunities to pick up additional shifts based on scheduling needs. Differentials and premiums apply for nights, weekends, and call pay.

Requirements

Must have good human relations and communication skills.
Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed nurse.
Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Responsibilities

Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of the psychiatric staff and patient orders.
Assists in leading groups, including groups for leisure or socialization, exercise, stress management and relaxation skills, daily living skill building, and art therapy.
May provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident.
Assists the patient in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment.
May completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident.
Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate.
May collect samples of blood and other fluids from patients after completing appropriate laboratory training.