Mental Health Tech MHT - Gainesville, United States - Northeast Georgia Health System

Description

Carry out various patient care activities and clerical tasks to maintain a therapeutic environment that meets the needs of our patients for comfort and safety. Facilitate effective communication among team members and remain composed when priorities shift suddenly.

This role involves caring for patients in the child and adolescent age groups, with potential assignments in adult and geriatric groups for PRN Pool staff. Adhere to specific guidelines for each patient population and prioritize National Patient Safety Goals.

• Licensure or other certifications
• Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum Experience
• Other

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications

• Experience: Two (2) years of hospital experience

• Basic Clinical Support skills
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality in a behavioral health setting
• Effective team building and communication skills

• Obtain initial information from patients/guardians and document vital signs, height, and weight

• Assist patients with unit orientation, search patient belongings as per policy, collect lab specimens, and encourage patient participation
• Observe and document patient status, respond to changes, and communicate effectively with the healthcare team
• Provide patient hygiene and nutritional support, perform nursing activities, and assist in patient activities
• Follow safety protocols, demonstrate crisis intervention skills, and handle inquiries/crisis calls
• Participate in patient transport, inventory supplies, and facilitate group therapy sessions

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs (Occasionally 0-30% of time)
• Weight Carried: Up to 20 lbs (Occasionally 0-30% of time)
• Vision: Moderate (Constantly 66-100% of time)
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Occasionally 0-30%
• Standing/Walking: Frequently 31-65%
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally 0-30%
• Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%
• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Working at NGHS offers a unique opportunity to be part of a caring team that supports you both professionally and personally in achieving your goals.