Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) - Adult Inpatient Psychiatry - Nights

Denver Health•Denver, CO

4d•$21 - $29

About The Position

Under close supervision, the Behavioral Health Technician provides a safe, supportive, and therapeutic environment for psychiatric patients. The role provides direct patient care and may conduct therapeutic group sessions under the direction and supervision of an RN. The technician contributes information to help the RN develop patients’ plans of care and assists in carrying them out. Responsibilities also include supporting admissions and orienting new patients and families to the unit.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of experience in the field or a related area, or an equivalent combination.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association.
Sensitivity in working with psychiatric patients, including communication skills suited to the plan of care and the ability to manage the milieu.
Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the field.
Ability to assist patients with daily activities.
Human relations and effective communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate and maintain clinical competency.
Ability to observe and document patient behavior.
Ability to work from instructions and pre-established guidelines.
Basic Microsoft Office suite skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience in the field or a related area is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with patient admissions, discharges, transfers, and related documentation.
Obtain vital signs for assigned adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Collect laboratory specimens as directed by RN staff.
Transport patients and deliver laboratory specimens, blood products, medications, and other hospital or medical items between locations as requested; use the pneumatic tube system as needed.
Recognize normal and abnormal findings and report abnormal values or conditions, including abnormal vital signs, safety concerns, and family issues, to the RN.
Maintain patient confidentiality and a secure, trusting environment.
Provide care to patients in seclusion or restraint in accordance with applicable regulations and department policies, and observe patients’ rights and relevant legal requirements.
Promote courteous, respectful, empathetic, and dignified relationships and communications with employees, physicians, patients, and visitors.
Adhere to Denver Health’s mission, values, and departmental attendance guidelines.
Ensure duties and competencies are performed effectively and appropriately for the patients receiving care.
Apply knowledge of growth and development across the lifespan and consider patient status and cultural information when providing care.
Complete and meet clinical competency standards.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other perks.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
Career advancement pathways and a professional clinical advancement program.
Shared governance opportunities.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the program.
National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps eligibility.