Mental Health Technician (MHT) - FT Nights | Voyages Conroe

PAM Health•Conroe, TX

About The Position

The Mental Health Technician (MHT) works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and supports patients’ treatment plans through observation, documentation, and direct interaction. The role welcomes new patients according to admission protocols, assists with discharges, leads patient education, community, goal, and activity groups, and helps nursing staff take vital signs and assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs). The MHT may be a first responder to patient situations, including codes, behavioral outbursts, suspected contraband, and medical issues. The technician adjusts therapeutic approaches to account for patient acuity, age, gender, and cultural considerations, and does not assume independent responsibility for patient care. Duties are performed according to Voyages Behavioral Health policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Requirements

Current BLS certification is required.
Crisis management certification is required according to hospital policy and standards.
No experience is required.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Nursing assistant (CNA) certification preferred where required by the state in which the hospital is located.
Two to three years of experience in an acute hospital, rehabilitation hospital, or skilled nursing unit preferred.

Responsibilities

Observe and record patient information pertinent to treatment plans.
Welcome new patients using established admission protocols.
Assist with the patient discharge process.
Maintain direct observation of patients.
Lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups.
Assist nursing staff with taking vital signs and help patients perform activities of daily living.
Respond to patient situations such as codes, behavioral outbursts, attempts to introduce contraband, and medical issues.
Adjust therapeutic approaches based on patient acuity, age, gender, and cultural considerations.
Perform duties in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and guidelines, without assuming independent responsibility for patient care.

Benefits

Medical benefits with EPO, HDHP, and HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc
Dental and vision benefits
Employee Assistance Program with counseling, legal, and financial services
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and disability insurance
Education and in-service opportunities, including continuing education and tuition assistance
Supplemental accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options
Auto, home, cell phone, and gym membership discounts
Personal travel discounts
401(k) plan with discretionary employer match
Generous paid benefit time
Professional growth opportunities through the Education Advancement Program