Behavioral Health Technician
About The Position
We are currently seeking Mental Health Monitor/Sitters (MHM/S) to support the healthcare team at the Lower Buckeye Jail Infirmary. This role is critical in ensuring the safety and well-being of patients who require close observation and monitoring. Location: Phoenix, Arizona Schedule: 3 x 12-hour shifts per week Contract Duration: Minimum of 13 weeks Openings: 1 Day Shift and 2 Night Shifts Job Description: Monitors patients on suicide watch, in therapeutic restraints, or otherwise at risk of self-harm or danger to others. Performs visual or video monitoring for patients and reports findings and observations to the licensed nurse. Completes and processes all required documentation legibly, timely, and with accuracy. Must be able to report and document changes in the patient chart regarding patient activity. Follows the directions of the medical personnel in charge of the respective unit.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Experience viewing multiple monitors, observing patients, and reporting findings.
- Minimum six months of experience performing clerical or support services in a medical setting.
Responsibilities
- Monitors patients on suicide watch, in therapeutic restraints, or otherwise at risk of self-harm or danger to others.
- Performs visual or video monitoring for patients and reports findings and observations to the licensed nurse.
- Completes and processes all required documentation legibly, timely, and with accuracy.
- Must be able to report and document changes in the patient chart regarding patient activity.
- Follows the directions of the medical personnel in charge of the respective unit.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
