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Mental Health Tech

Corinth, MS · On-site

$13.75 - $18.75/hr

Mental Health Tech Behavioral Health Full-Time and PRN positions available Job Summary: Provides direct and indirect patient care in individual patient care settings, consistent with the nursing ...

Mental Health Tech Behavioral

Olean, NY

$15 - $20.25/hr

Mental Health Tech Behavioral Location: Olean General Hospital Location of Job: US:NY:Olean Work Type: Part-Time Benefit Eligible Shift 2 Under direct supervision, the Mental Health Tech provides ...

Behavioral Health Tech

Delray Beach, FL

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

Behavioral Health Tech (BHT) is responsible and accountable for assisting the RN or LPN in patient care. A BHT also assists with gathering information which assists the RN/LPN in the implementation ...

Mental Health Tech Behavioral

Olean, NY · On-site

$15 - $20.25/hr

Mental Health Tech Behavioral Location: Olean General Hospital Location of Job : US:NY:Olean Work Type : Part-Time Shift 3 Under direct supervision, the Mental Health Tech provides crisis evaluations ...

Mental Health Tech - Youth Behavioral Health Location: Brooksville, Florida Department: Operations Job Type: Full-Time - 12 Hr Shifts Pay: $19.00 / hr About Youth Opportunity & Brooksville youth ...

Behavioral Health Tech

Delray Beach, FL

$15.25 - $18.75/hr

The Behavioral Health Tech also ensures patient and family safety while offering support and comfort to patients and families. The BHT assists in creating and maintaining a therapeutic environment.

OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH TECH

Gillette, WY · On-site

$33.50K - $41.90K/yr

The Occupational Health Tech assists in the examination and treatment of patients under the direction of a medical provider. Interviews patients, measures vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature ...

Behavioral Health Tech assists in the admission process, answers client questions and assists clients in adjusting to the program routine. Behavioral Health Tech is the liaison between the client and ...

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH

Plano, TX · On-site

$15.87 - $25.48/hr

Behavioral Health Tech assists in the admission process, answers client questions and assists clients in adjusting to the program routine. Behavioral Health Tech is the liaison between the client and ...

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH

Plano, TX · On-site

$15.87 - $25.48/hr

Behavioral Health Tech assists in the admission process, answers client questions and assists clients in adjusting to the program routine. Behavioral Health Tech is the liaison between the client and ...

BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TECH

Portland, ME · On-site

$17 - $22/hr

Behavioral Health Tech assists in the admission process, answers client questions and assists clients in adjusting to the program routine. Behavioral Health Tech is the liaison between the client and ...

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How much do health technology jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for health technology in the United States is $44,376.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $49,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Health Technology, and why are they important?

To thrive in Health Technology, you need a strong background in healthcare practices, information systems, and data management, often supported by degrees in health informatics or related fields. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), health information management systems, and certifications like Registered Health Information Technician (RHIT) or Certified Professional in Healthcare Information and Management Systems (CPHIMS) is typically required. Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills help professionals bridge the gap between clinical staff and IT teams. These competencies are crucial to ensure safe, efficient, and compliant use of technology that improves patient care and operational workflows.

What are some typical collaborative projects a professional in Health Technology might work on with clinical staff?

Health Technology professionals often collaborate with clinical staff on projects such as implementing new electronic health record (EHR) systems, optimizing telehealth platforms, or integrating medical devices with hospital IT infrastructure. These projects require close communication to ensure that technology solutions align with clinical workflows and improve patient care. Teamwork with doctors, nurses, and administrative staff is essential to gather requirements, provide training, troubleshoot issues, and ensure system adoption. Successfully contributing to these collaborations can also open up opportunities for career advancement into leadership or specialized technical roles.

What is health technology?

Health technology refers to the application of organized knowledge and skills in the form of devices, medicines, vaccines, procedures, and systems developed to solve health problems and improve quality of life. This field encompasses everything from medical devices and diagnostic equipment to electronic health records and telemedicine platforms. Health technology aims to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of healthcare delivery, support patient care, and enable better health outcomes. It plays a critical role in modern healthcare systems by making care more accessible, effective, and cost-efficient.

What is the difference between Health Technology vs Medical Equipment Technician?

AspectHealth TechnologyMedical Equipment Technician
CredentialsTypically requires a degree or certification in health technology, biomedical engineering, or related fieldsRequires certification or training in medical equipment repair and maintenance
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilities, often involving technology management and implementationMedical equipment repair shops, hospitals, healthcare facilities focusing on equipment maintenance
Industry UsageUsed broadly in healthcare for managing health information systems and medical devicesSpecifically focused on repairing and maintaining medical devices and equipment

Health Technology professionals focus on managing healthcare systems, health information, and medical devices, often involving technology integration and data management. Medical Equipment Technicians specialize in repairing and maintaining medical devices. While both roles support healthcare operations, Health Technology has a broader scope involving system management, whereas Medical Equipment Technicians focus on equipment repair and maintenance.

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Infographic showing various Health Technology job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 81% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,376 per year, or $21.3 per hour.
Mental Health Tech

$13.75 - $18.75/hr

Part-time

Posted 18 days ago


Magnolia Regional Health Center rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Mental Health Tech
Behavioral Health
Full-Time and PRN positions available
Job Summary:
Provides direct and indirect patient care in individual patient care settings, consistent with the nursing department's standards of care. Prepares and compiles medical records. Initiates directions from physician and nursing staff.
Department Specific Competencies:
In addition to the competencies of a patient care tech, the mental health tech is also required to:
  • Demonstrate the ability to take an inquiry call and perform pre-admission clinical assessments.
  • Demonstrate the ability to administer a Mini-Mental Status Tool and other approved assessment tools.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of professional ethics, patient rights and confidentiality.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of administering the BPRS tool.
  • Demonstrate the ability to assess sexual acting out behavior.
  • Demonstrate the ability to administer the suicide assessment toll and interpret data.
  • Must complete NET Learning on therapeutic relationships and boundaries.
  • Demonstrate the ability to perform AIMS toil and interpret data.
  • Understand the predominant diagnosis of patient propulsion served and most common treatment methodologies and complete the psychiatric terminology in-service.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of medications to be administered, including the medication's effects, side effects and potential adverse reactions.
  • Capable of assisting in medical and psychiatric emergencies according to protocol until a physician arrives.
  • Currently, CPR certified
  • Completed Handle with Care training.
  • Performs 15-minute precaution checks as first priority.
  • Monitors patients for safety and medical status and reports abnormalities to RB at once. Failure to perform 15-minute checks correctly may result in immediate termination.
  • Monitors day rooms and patient rooms for safety each shift.
  • Understands court commitment process.
  • Performs the complete psychiatric patient registration process and obtains patient signatures according to registration standard work for behavioral health.

Education:
High school diploma or GED required.
Experience:
Experience in a mental health setting preferred but not required.
Language/Communication Skills:
English required. Multilingual capabilities enhance the ability to perform this job. Must have the ability to speak effectively and professionally to all staff, management, and all outside individuals at all levels from elementary to professional.
Reasoning Ability:
Must have the ability to apply non-judgmental reasoning capabilities whenever necessary when dealing with patients, visitors, and staff. Critical thinking skills a must. Must have reasonable reflective thinking focused on deciding what to believe or do. Must possess purposeful, self-regulatory judgment which results in interpretation, analysis, evaluation, and inference, as well as explanation of the evidential, conceptual, methodological, criteriological, or contextual considerations upon which that judgment is based.

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