Detox Unit Assistant (On-Call)
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.
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 (urine drug screen and TB 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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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