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Since 1991, Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health Services (part of Aiken Regional Medical Centers) has brought renewed hope for those suffering from emotional and behavioral disorders, and those with alcohol and substance use disorders. The 62‑bed facility, located on the campus of Aiken Regional Medical Centers, is accredited by The Joint Commission. The facility offers comprehensive, individualized treatment services by a multidisciplinary team of psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, clinicians, mental health technicians and recreation therapists who are committed to high quality care.

Aiken Regional Medical Centers
, located in Aiken, South Carolinaforsity, is a 273‑bed acute care facility providing top quality and safe healthcare to the residents of Aiken and surrounding communities since 1917. It has been ranked a top hospital in South Carolina by the American Heart Association for its treatment of heart attack, heart failure and stroke, and most recently, coronary artery disease.

Additionally, Aiken Regional provides comprehensive healthcare services such as behavioral health (Aurora Pavilion Behavioral Health), emergency medical care (main hospital and ER at Sweetwater), orthopedic surgeries, maternity, rehabilitation services (Hitchcock Rehabilitation Services), imaging, and wound care.

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Mental Health Technicians are responsible for direct patient care. They provide psychosocial support to patients and perform various non‑nursing functions. They are accountable for creating an environment and culture that focuses on fulfilling the organization’s mission, vision, and values.

• Performs data collection accurately and promptly.
• Recognizes variances in patient condition and reports promptly.
• Follows the plan of care and recommends changes to meet the ongoing needs of the patient.
• Provides care that is related to the patient’s needs and well‑being.
• Participates in shift reports, as a member of theCDD team, to meet the individual needs of patients.
• Completes all work assignments under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse.
• Reports abnormal data findings promptly.
• Implements the interventions from the plan of care, as assigned.
• Documents data collection, tasks performed and patient response accurately and appropriately each shift.
• Accurately and appropriately demonstrates restraint use and Handle with Care techniques.

• Sign‑On Bonus for select positions
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans blanco>
• Tuition/Certification Reimbursement after 6 months.exception>
• Culture of Excellence – Employee Recognition program
• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Clinical Nursing Ladder opportunities
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing program
• 401(k) with company match  discounted stock plan
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• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries!
• More information available on our Benefits Guest Website:

Education requirements :
High School diploma or equivalent;

Work experience requirements :
Prefer one (1) year full time or three (3) years part time in an acute care setting.

Required licenses / certifications / courses :

• BLS certification.
• Successful completion of Handle with Care training within 30 days of hire.
• Maintains a valid SC driver’s license for patient transport, where applicable.
• Must have one of the following requirements:

• Current SC CNA certification
• Current Medical Assistant certification
• Current EMT certification
• Passing grade in Fundamentals of Nursing course and maintain current enrollment in a nursing program
• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field
• Minimum 1 year of MHT or behavioral health tech experience

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