Mental Health Technician 2 Part-time - Alexandria, United States - Inova Health System

Inova Health System
Inova Health System
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Alexandria, United States

1 week ago

Mark Lane

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Description
Inova Mount Vernon Hospital
Behavioral Health Psychiatric Inpatient Unit has a great Part-time
Mental Health Technician 2 opportunity.


The Mental Health Technician 2 under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse provides direct care to patients whose care requirements are routine, standardized and with predictable outcomes.

Assumes responsibility for self-development in lifelong learning.

Demonstrates respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines while serving as a unit preceptor for all new Mental Health Technicians.


This role is a Part-time 12-hour. Every other weekend.

Responsibilities:


  • Assists unit leadership with oversight of the unit's Mental Health Technician education needs/compliance.
  • Collaborates with the Registered Nurse and healthcare team to advocate for patients' clinical, emotional, ethical, spiritual, and cultural needs.
  • Provides individualized patient support for activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, bed making and measurement of vital signs and intake/output.
  • Provides information to patients, families and visitors which may include orients patients to the unit/program, explains rationale for rules or restrictions and provides printed information. Serves as a resource and unit preceptor for all new Mental Health Technicians. Works with the unit leadership to ensure Mental Health Technicians have current competencies and skills to perform their work.

Qualifications:


Experience:


  • Two (2) years of experience as a Mental Health Technician 1 or Clinical Technician 1 at Inova Health System and/or two (2) years as psychiatric technician at another facility.

Education:


  • High School or GED

Certifications:


  • Basic Life Support
  • American Heart Association.

Benefits and Perks:

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Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage:


  • Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability:
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Retirement:Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute to the plan

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Competitive salary:Pay based experience.

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Amazing Paid Time Off:Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.
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Supplemental Plans:Including Auto/Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
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Additional Benefits:Educational Assistance of up to $5,250/year, Student Loan Refinancing, Adoption Assistance, Child Care Centers, Scholarship Program, Free Parking, Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more

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Benefits Here:
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