MENTAL HEALTH TECH (PRN)

UHS • Sherman, TX

133d

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction and role modeling to patients ranging in age from adolescence through geriatrics. All MHT’s work under the direction of a Registered Nurse and are to report any changes in a patient’s condition to a Registered Nurse. MHT is responsible for the safety of an assigned unit by conducting visual observations of patients, collect and record vital signs/symptoms properly, reporting abnormalities, appropriate and timely documentation of findings, and employ appropriate crisis techniques as needed. The MHT may assist patients with personal hygiene and activities of daily living with Registered Nurse oversight. The MHT is to establish and maintain a professional therapeutic relationship with patients including modeling and teaching appropriate social skills. The MHT is to facilitate daily groups as assigned. The MHT promotes clinical programming adherence. The MHT responds to emergency codes as requested or assigned.

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent.
• One year of related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques.
• Understanding of mental health signs and symptoms.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider course completion prior to working in a clinical setting and every 90 days.
• Completion of Handle with Care and Verbal De-Escalation training during new hire orientation and annually.
• Ability to identify and address special needs for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
• Ability to work with patients at all levels of functional ability and from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous patient care and supervision.
• Interact and role model for patients of various ages.
• Conduct visual observations of patients.
• Collect and record vital signs and symptoms.
• Report abnormalities to a Registered Nurse.
• Document findings appropriately and timely.
• Employ crisis techniques as needed.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene and daily living activities.
• Establish and maintain professional therapeutic relationships with patients.
• Facilitate daily groups as assigned.
• Promote adherence to clinical programming.
• Respond to emergency codes as requested.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees