Mental Health Technician observes and assists assigned mental health patients and helps with daily living activities, therapeutic activities, and socialization. Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and to ensure the safety of patents and staff. Being a Mental Health Technician attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings. Records information about patients including vital signs, weight, and demeanor. Additionally, Mental Health Technician may communicate with patients family as needed. Typically requires an associate degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a registered nurse (rn) or other supervisor. The Mental Health Technician works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Mental Health Technician typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Position Objective :
Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective health care through the direct care of patients in collaboration with other members of the health care team.
Understands self-motivation in performing basic nursing care. Participates in the team nursing concept, completing tasks as delegated by the assigned nurse.
May be trained to insert IV’s on certain shifts / units. Validation of training and skill will be documented, upon successful completion.
Essential Job Duties :
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
removes equipment and supplies from room for environmental staff cleaning.
Participates in patient care, vital signs, intake and output and other data collection and records according to policy and procedure;
obtains specimens as requested using approved procedure. Assists patients with mobilization and / or positioning as ordered by physician or unit protocol.
Ensures that medication is delivered to persons authorized to handle medication according to AAMC policy.
Educational / Experience Requirements :
Required License / Certifications :
Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands :
There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens as well as patients who are agitated.
Physical Demands Heavy Work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position. This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position;
your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.
Last updated : 2024-04-26
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