Job Description
Welcome to Carondelet Health Network, where making a real difference in people's lives is at the heart of everything we do. Beyond just medical treatments, we believe in the power of genuine connections and heartfelt compassion. It's what sets us apart and makes us truly special.
When you join our team, you're not just stepping into a job - you're becoming part of a community that uplifts and supports each other every day. We know that healthcare requires a unique blend of talent and dedication, and we are fully committed to providing an environment that enriches and rewards your journey.
Picture yourself among the brightest healthcare professionals, all united by a common purpose: caring for our community with unwavering commitment. At Carondelet, you won't just find colleagues; you'll find awe-inspiring teammates who share your passion for making a meaningful impact.
If you're ready to go above and beyond, to embrace the energy and camaraderie that Carondelet Health System offers, then join us on this incredible adventure. Together, we'll create a healthier, happier world - one patient at a time. Let your career find its purpose here at Carondelet.
Behavioral Health Tech Per Diem Nights Position Summary
The Behavioral Health Technician will function as support to licensed behavioral health personnel. With minimum supervision the BHT provides therapeutic services and individualized patient care with particular attention to the mental, spiritual, and emotional needs of the patient and the family.
Responsibilities
Provide specific care under the direction of licensed behavioral health personnel and ensure that activities of daily living are provided including hygiene, mobility, and feeding.
Provide crisis intervention, didactic, and activity groups for patients. Demonstrate basic knowledge of psychiatric medications.
Demonstrate the ability to handle disruptions in the milieu without injury to patients or staff by applying effective therapeutic interventions.
Collaborate in the development, implementation, monitoring, review, and revision of treatment plans and treatment goals.
Monitor patients taking medication.
Perform patient care: Accucheck, vital signs, height & weight, Intake & Output procedures, and any specimen collection.
Assist with food delivery and tray pick-up. Assist patients with meals. Monitor intake.
Process patient admissions and transfers from other units. Complete appropriate procedures of belongings and clothing inventory, contraband checks, and medications. Assemble chart and initiate observation checklist.
Complete daily routine: morning vital signs, shift report, assignments and assignment sheet, patient and Family Education forms, and chart checks.
Complete nightly routine: Lights out, chart stuffing/filing, chart audits, discharge summary,
Follow discharge process: retrieve items from the safe, disposition of belongings, chart broken down. Complete discharge documentation including Inventory form and patient satisfaction survey.
Maintain orderliness of environment of care. Maintain temperature, lighting, and noise control.
Maintain orderly storage of equipment, return all equipment used, label and report any malfunctioning equipment.
Maintain licensing regulations and policy requirements for treatment of clients, treatment plans, crisis management, and ethical behavior.
Maintain established departmental policies and procedures, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Complete work in accordance to specific standards with minimal supervision.
Follow patient safety procedures including patient identification, observation, and crisis management. Perform all duties in a safe manner with respect to the safety of self and others.
Operate a multiple-line telephone. Utilize voice messaging appropriately. Relay information pertaining to patient care within scope of practice in a timely manner to other team members.
Level 2 - Proficient (in addition to above duties)
Promote awareness of differing cultural, social, and religious needs among patients, family and caregivers.
Demonstrate ability to prioritize tasks according to urgency. Develop a routine that allows for maximum use of time. Exhibit ability to effectively multitask.
Level 3 - Subject Matter Expert (in addition to above duties)
Practice problem solving techniques by verbalizing proper steps to take during a confrontational situation.
Participate in quality improvement measures within the department.
Serve as a preceptor for new Behavioral Technicians and assist with training new staff.
THE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH PER DIEM NIGHTS CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING EDUCATION, LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS, AND EXPERIENCE.
Education
Required: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D.)
Preferred: Associates or Bachelor's Degree in behavioral health related field.
Licensure
Required: Current CPR, CPI (or equivalent). (Can obtain during orientation).
Experience
Required: Six weeks of Behavioral Health work experience.
Preferred: Two years of Behavioral Health experience on an acute, inpatient psychiatric unit providing direct care to patients.
Skills
Required: Must possess excellent human relations skills.
Preferred: Able to conduct therapeutic individual and or group activities for patients.
Knowledge
Required: Must have a working knowledge of medical and psychiatric terminology, commonly prescribed psychiatric medications, and ability to meet the unique needs of the client population.
Preferred: Basic computer skills.
Required: Must be 21years old per Arizona Admin CodeR9-20-204.
Must be able to work variable shifts, holidays and/or weekends. Must be able to perform all duties, including lifting and transferring, using proper body mechanics. Must be able to transport self to various sites as required. When using own vehicle must have valid Arizona drivers' license and proof of insurance that meets the minimum standards of the state of Arizona.
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Responsibilities
Takes vital signs, weighs patients, and collects routine specimens. Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings.
Qualifications
Education:
Required: 60 hours of human services, psychology, education, sociology, or related field.
Experience:
Required: 1 year of experience.
Certifications:
Required: AHA BLS.
Physical Demands:
About Us
Who We Are
We are a community built on care. Our caregivers and supporting staff extend compassion to those in need, helping to improve the health and well-being of those we serve, and provide comfort and healing. Your community is our community.
Our Story
We started out as a small operation in California. In May 1969, we acquired four hospitals, some additional care facilities and real estate for the future development of hospitals. Over the years, we've grown tremendously in size, scope and capability, building a home in new markets over time, and curating those homes to provide a compassionate environment for those entrusting us with their care.
We have a rich history at Tenet. There are so many stories of compassionate care; so many "firsts" in terms of medical innovation; so many examples of enhancing healthcare delivery and shaping a business that is truly centered around patients and community need. Tenet and our predecessors have enabled us to touch many different elements of healthcare and make a difference in the lives of others.
Our Impact Today
Today, we are leading health system and services platform that continues to evolve in lockstep with community need. Tenet's operations include three businesses - our hospitals and physicians, USPI and Conifer Health Solutions.
Our impact spreads far and deep with 65 hospitals and approximately 510 outpatient centers and additional sites of care. We are differentiated by our top notch medical specialists and service lines that are tailored within each community we serve. The work Conifer is doing will help provide the foundation for better health for clients across the country, through the delivery of healthcare-focused revenue cycle management and value-based care solutions.
Together as an enterprise, we work to save lives and can accept nothing less than excellence from ourselves in service of our patients and their families, every day.
About the Team
Careers at Tenet
At Tenet Healthcare, the heart of what we do centers on caring with compassion, which ultimately creates a bond between our caregivers and patients. Everyone contributes to these moments, whether providing care directly or supporting those who do.
As an organization, we provide employees with resources, tools and support to serve our patients and customers in the best way possible. We also take care of one another, helping team members further develop their career pathways and maximize their potential.