UHS · 4 months ago
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN - WEEKEND DAYS
BRADENTON, Florida
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expUHS is one of the Nation’s largest providers of hospital and healthcare services, and they are seeking a Mental Health Technician to provide direct care to adolescent patients with psychiatric disorders. The role involves ensuring the safety and well-being of patients while conducting monitoring and assisting nursing staff on the unit.
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Responsibilities
Conducts patient monitoring and observation 15 minute checks
Assists nursing staff on unit
Ensure the safety and well-being of the patients
Knowledge of risk and safety precautions in the care of patients
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, co-workers, physicians
React calmly and effectively in emergency situations
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or equivalent
Two (2) years' experience as MHT or RBT
Minimum of two (2) years in a psychiatric setting with children and adolescents
Mental health professional with knowledge in behavior management
Working knowledge of behavior management and those on the Autism spectrum disorder
Effective oral, written, and listening communication skills
Computer skills (Microsoft Office Products)
Physical Demands - Working with patients in their natural environments may require you to lift or move approximately 50 lbs
Be able to assume and maintain a variety of postures (kneeling, squatting, sitting, and standing) for extended periods
Fully participate with a team to safely restrain or seclude patients as necessary
Must be able to participate in and complete Handle With Care Training on an annual basis
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in psychology or related field preferred
RBT preferred or in a timely manner completes a BACB approved RBT course and keeps registration to the BACB current
Benefits
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
Tuition Reimbursement
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
Company
UHS
One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$500M2024-09-17Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2007-04-16Acquired
1981-07-17IPO
Leadership Team
Marc D. Miller
President and Chief Executive Officer
M
Matthew D. Klein
Sr. Vice President and General Counsel
Recent News
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