Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Mental Health

Lifepoint Health • Benton, AR

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Mental Health at Saline Memorial Hospital. This is a full-time position with a night shift schedule, and weekends may vary. Saint Mary’s Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is committed to prioritizing employee well-being to enable exceptional patient care. As a Patient Care Technician joining the team, you embrace a mission dedicated to making communities healthier. The unit fosters a positive, patient-centered environment built on teamwork, compassion, and clear communication, where collaboration is valued and staff work together to provide safe, high-quality care.

Requirements

• High School diploma preferred.
• 6 months of mental health experience
• BCLS required
• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment; rapid learning and navigation of multiple software systems; effective English communication (read/write/speak); ability to complete the Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• SRNA or EMT preferred
• Handle with Care preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care as delegated by an RN, including monitoring vital signs, possible blood glucose measurements, and accurate intake/output recording.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, eating, toileting, ambulation).
• Observes and promptly reports abnormal physical, mental, or emotional findings to nursing staff.
• Maintains clean, safe, and well-stocked patient rooms and common areas.
• Manages the tech desk and supports nursing/physician staff and overall department throughput.
• Documents care and activities per unit standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned; participates in performance improvement and required education.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED