What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Tech - Per Diem position at Canyon Vista Medical Center?
Who We Are:
People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Canyon Vista Medical Center is a 106 bed Joint Commission Accredited offering a number of specialty services. We are proud to serve our community with a Level III Trauma unit, Center of Excellence for Total Joint Replacement, Level I Nursery, American College of Radiology Accredited Facility, as well as many other state of the art services to ensure our patients are cared for.
Where We Are:
Sierra Vista, Arizona is a flourishing city located 75 miles southeast of Tucson. Thanks to our year-round temperate climate, affordable housing, low cost of living, access to healthcare and education facilities, not to mention the breathtaking natural beauty of majestic mountain ranges and the San Pedro River and outdoor activities, Cochise County residents enjoy an excellent quality of life.
Why Choose Us:
- Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
- Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
- Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
- Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
- And much more…
Position Summary:
Provides basic nursing and behavioral health care to patients including technical monitoring, taking vital signs, and physical care. Orients patients to treatment setting and assists with activities of daily living as needed. Some assistance with toileting and cleaning patients may be required. Reviews and participates in implementation of the patient treatment plan. Makes rounds and monitors patients activities, physical, and mental status and reports to nursing staff. Checks patient belongings for contraband. Conducts a variety of patient safety monitoring activities such as observational checks. Facilitates daily therapeutic groups and activities for patients. Documents observations, interventions, groups, and activities in the electronic medical record while maintaining confidentiality of all health information.
***Per Diem Position***
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
- Must obtain CPR and Handle with Care certifications within 90 days of hire.
- 1 to 2 years of experience preferred.
EEOC Statement:
Canyon Vista Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
