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$7.25 / hourly

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Job Description:

Mental Health Tech (Hospital)

Full Time,ThirdShift

BHCOR-CorTrillium CenterICorbin, KY

The Adult Psychiatric I unit is licensed for 22 acute psychiatric beds for patients with a primary psychiatric diagnosis. The Adult Psychiatric I unit specializes in adult care of patients 18 years old andolderand an interdisciplinary treatment team approach isutilizedin caring for patients.

The MentalHealth Tech performs clerical and receptionist duties for the nursing unit under the supervision of aregistered nurse. The Mental Health Technician alsoassistswith basic patient care duties anddemonstratesawareness of the psychosocial aspects involved in patient care. Under direction of the RN/LPN the Mental HealthTechassistsand provides group therapy sessions and activity assessments to enable patients with physical,emotional, mental, or social disabilities toacquirean appropriate social/leisurelifestyle, promote independentfunctioning andenhancingoptimalhealth and wellbeing.

Description:

Assistpatients withactivities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting, repositioning, and mobility.

Monitor and document vital signs, weights, intake/output, and changes in patient condition.

Provide compassionate care, promote patient dignity, and support patients and families, including end-of-life care.

Communicate effectively with nurses, patients, families, and team members to ensure continuity of care.

Assistwith restorative care activities, ambulation,range-of-motionexercises, and use of assistive devices.

Maintainaccuraterecords, perform clerical duties, coordinate patient services, and manage unit supplies.

Follow all safety, infection prevention, emergency preparedness, and hospital policies and procedures.

Participate in required training, team meetings, and quality improvement initiatives.

Provide excellent customer service and contribute to a positive, collaborative team environment.

Requirements:

High School diploma or GEDrequired, plus either one year of healthcare-related experience or completion of at least 30 college credit hours.

BLS certificationrequiredwithin30 daysof hire.

CNA Patient Deterioration Trainingrequiredwithin30 daysof hire.

Aegis Trainingrequiredwithindesignatedpost-hiretimeframe.

Benefits:

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

Identity Theft Protection

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually

Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave

5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire

Bereavement Leave (includes pets)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)

Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support

Retirement with Company Match

Work Experience

Education

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

"EEO Statement: Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, and seeks to employ individuals without regard to r ace, color, national origin, gender, s exual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, citizenship status, military status, religious or political beliefs, protected veteran status, employment status or any other protected class identified in any federal, state, or local law. Baptist Health specifically encourages minority, female, disabled, veteran and other candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply and strengthen our team. Please note that Baptist Health is a drug-free workplace and employment with Baptist Health is subject to post offer, pre-employment drug testing.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMATION AND ACCESSIBILITY TO SERVICES

Persons with hearing and speech impairments can contact Baptist Health facilities by using the Kentucky Relay Service, a toll-free telecommunication device for the deaf (TDD). For voice to TDD, call 800.648.6057. For TDD to voice, call 800.648.6056."

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