Mental Health Tech - Full-Time MHT

UHS•Clearwater, FL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is a leading healthcare provider with a strong record of achievement. Windmoor Healthcare of Clearwater is a 144-bed psychiatric hospital specializing in the treatment of adults with acute psychiatric and substance abuse issues. We offer comprehensive care that addresses the unique needs of each patient and their families, aiming to restore hope and promote well-being. We are currently seeking a full-time Mental Health Technician (MHT) to join our team.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
At least one (1) year of previous experience in a healthcare setting and/or previous behavioral health experience strongly preferred.
Current BLS certification required.
Must complete and maintain aggression management/crisis intervention/restraint training.
Must pass competency assessments within 90 days of hire.
Must be able to prioritize workload, effectively multi-task and problem solve in a fast paced environment.
Excellent listening, communication, prioritization and follow through skills with strong focus on providing high quality patient care.
Able to sit or walk during work shift.
Able to hear spoken words in a normal vocal range, respond to signals, alarms, codes or other displays.
Recognize vocal intonation that signal changes in acuity.
Able to bend, reach and stoop.
Must write legibly so as to accurately convey information.
Able to read instructions and complete documentation and reports.
Restrain, as part of a team, an aggressive patient in a safe and therapeutic manner.
Able to lift, position or move patients in order to perform (or assist in) searches and procedures.
Perform activities requiring manual dexterity.
Able to lift 30 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a healthcare setting and/or previous behavioral health experience

Responsibilities

Provide Milieu management and continuous patient care supervision, interactions and role modeling to patients.
Ensure a safe environment.
Lead therapeutic MHT patient groups.
Conduct Q15 rounds and one to one patient supervision.
Participate in crisis intervention situations as needed.
Follow the therapeutic interventions outlined by the treatment team for each patient.
Maintain awareness of patient’s individualized plan of care including goals and interventions.