Detox Unit Assistant

Evergreen Recovery Centers•Lynnwood, WA

About The Position

We are seeking compassionate, energetic, non-judgmental professionals with a positive attitude and a desire to make a difference to join our Lynnwood Detox team. Shifts are 12 hours. Behavioral Health Technician perform a variety of patient care procedures which may include measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature); managing the non-nursing portion of the patient admission; obtaining admission urine tests and performing TB screening/testing per unit policy; orienting patient to the unit and rooming patient; and informing nursing staff of patient reports of medication effectiveness. Applicants must successfully pass a criminal background check and pre-employment health screening drug test. If you desire to learn and grow with one of Western Washington’s leading behavioral health employers, apply today!

Requirements

A compassionate understanding of chemical dependence as a disease; preference to persons in recovery from chemical dependency.
Valid Washington State Driver’s License, acceptable driving record and be able to operate a company vehicle without restriction.
Applicants must successfully pass a criminal background check and pre-employment health screening drug test.

Nice To Haves

Washington State Department of Health Certified Nursing Assistant a plus

Responsibilities

measuring patient vital signs (weight, height, blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature)
managing the non-nursing portion of the patient admission
obtaining admission urine tests and performing TB screening/testing per unit policy
orienting patient to the unit and rooming patient
informing nursing staff of patient reports of medication effectiveness