What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental Health Technician position at HCA?
DescriptionIntroductionDo you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Mental Health Technician? At Parkridge Valley Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.BenefitsParkridge Valley Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include :
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Mental Health Technician like you to be a part of our team.Job Summary and Qualifications
- Demonstrates expertise in mental health promotion and maintenance of high quality comprehensive patient care
- Displays respect for patient's integrity, patient information and patient rights
- Demonstrates expertise in the performance of tasks necessary to maintain a therapeutic milieu and optimum patient care
- Escorts patients to and from scheduled activities in a safe and professional manner
- Performs all specific skills assigned including monitoring vital signs in a complete and accurate manner
- Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the unit
- Maintains high level of interpersonal relationships with program staff
- Utilizes appropriate skills in telephone etiquette when answering the telephone, making sure to record correct messages and pass along to appropriate staff, including patient inquiries
- Demonstrate efficiency in maintaining support services, which are vital to effective program operation
- Maintains unit filing and paperwork system, if assigned by Nurse Manager or Charge Nurse
- Assists with maintaining patients' activities of daily living
- Demonstrates ability to maintain a safe environment
- Documentation of observations and baseline measurements in the medical recordWhat qualifications you will need :
- Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- First Aid Basic must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
- Drivers License
- High School Graduate / GEDParkridge Valley offers behavioral health. We offer addictive disorder treatment services. These are for children, adolescents and adults. We have four distinctive campuses. These include Parkridge Valley Adult and Senior. These include Parkridge Valley Child and Adolescent campus. These also include Parkridge Valley Cleveland and Parkridge Valley West. Parkridge Valley West is a behavioral health hospital. We offer adult inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services. These are offered to residents of Marion and its surrounding counties.HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses."Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-FounderWe are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Mental Health Technician opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
