What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mental health technician position at Inova?
Job 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.
Job 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 :
Experience :
Two years of experience as a Mental Health Technician 1 or Clinical Technician 1 at Inova Health System and / or two years as psychiatric technician at another facility.
Education :
High School or GED
Certifications :
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association.
Benefits and Perks :
- Life Insurance, Short / Long Term Disability
- Retirement : Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute to the plan
- Competitive salary : Pay based experience.
- Amazing Paid Time Off : Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.
- Supplemental Plans : Including Auto / Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection
- Additional Benefits : Educational Assistance of up to $5, / 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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Last updated : 2024-06-21
