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Mental Health Technician (MHT) - PRN Days | Voyages Sugar Land

PAM Voyages of Sugar Land, Sugar Land, TX, United States


Benefits

Medical Benefits: EPO/HDHP/HSA options, including prescription coverage, Rx ’n Go, and Teladoc

Comprehensive dental and vision benefits

Employee Assistance Program, including counseling, legal, and financial service

Flexible spending (FSA) and health savings (HSA) accounts

Life and Disability insurance benefits

Education/In-Service Opportunities including continuing education and tuition assistance

Supplemental benefits: Accident, critical illness, cancer, pet, and identity theft protection insurance options

Auto, Home, Cell Phone, and Gym Membership discount offerings

Personal Travel Discounts

401(k) plans and discretionary employer match

Generous Paid Benefit Time

Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, the Mental Health Technician (MHT) is responsible for observing and recording patient information pertinent to the treatment plan, welcoming new patients through specific admission protocols; assisting with the patient discharge process; maintaining direct patient observation; lead patient education, community, goal, and activity groups; assist nursing staff by taking vital signs and help patients perform ADL's. Due to the high visibility and significant patient interaction, this position is frequently the first responder to a variety of patient situations i.e. codes, behavioral outburst, attempts to introduce contraband and medical issue. The MHT adjusts therapeutic approach to acuity, age, gender and cultural considerations. Does not assume independent responsibility for patient care. Job duties are accomplished in a manner consistent with the policies, procedures and guidelines of Voyages Behavioral Health.

Education and Training
High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) where required by state where the hospital resides preferred. Current BLS certification is required. Crisis management certification per hospital policy and standards required.

Experience
None required. A minimum of two (2) to three (3) years of experience in an acute hospital, rehabilitation hospital, or skilled nursing unit is preferred.

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