Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Behavioral Health Technician (BHT)

Job Type: Full-Time Days

Schedule: Day Shift 7am-7pm every other weekend

Your experience matters

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part ofLifepoint Health a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Behavioral Health Technicianjoining our team youre embracing a vital mission dedicated tomaking communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How youll contribute

A Behavioral Health Techwho excels in this role:

• Demonstrates expertise in mental health promotion and maintenance of high quality comprehensive patient care

• Displays respect for patients 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

• Assist with maintaining patients activities of daily living

• Other duties as assigned.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient addition to your base compensation this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life accident critical illness hospital indemnity insurance short- and long-term disability paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental physical and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships virtual care appointments mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What were looking for

Applicants should have recent experience as a Behavioral Health Technician. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: BCLS within 30 days of hire.

• Experience: One year experience as a mental health technician is preferred or one year working compassionately with patients/clients/residents who require caregiving assistance or supervision due to age/physical/health related frailty or infirmities

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Connect with a Recruiter
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More about Ottumwa Regional Health Center

At Ottumwa Health Group LLC your experience matters. As part of a strong national network with a deeply rooted local heart we offer the best of both worldsnational strength and resources combined with the personal connections and community focus that make a difference every day.

EEOC Statement

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