Health Care Technician II - Admissions; Broughton Hospital

Agency Division Job Classification Title Health Care Technician II (S) Position Number Grade MH02

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Broughton Hospital is currently accepting applications for multiple Health Care Technicians II to work in the Admissions Office. This position is responsible for performing a variety of skilled health care activities for mentally ill patients with physical as well as behavioral problems. As a clinical worker, this employee carries out the admitting process and works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The Health Care Technician II is responsible for data entry and documentation in the patient medical record as well as utilizing both in-person and telephone interactions with patients, families, law enforcement, and external agencies while carrying out assigned duties. The Health Care Technician II requires knowledge of legal processes pertaining to voluntary and involuntary admissions. This individual must be able to communicate accurate information in a professional manner with all internal and external customers and work independently as a member of a team.

Salary Range: $32,444.00 - $48,665.00 Recruitment Range: $39,312.00 - $43,302.00
* A Sign-On Bonus of $2,500.00 may be offered to the successful applicant(s) of this posting, contingent on Budget Approval.

Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred:

• Current NC certification as a Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II.
• One (1) or more years of experience working in a Psychiatric, IDD, Substance Abuse, or Neuro-Medical facility.
• Experience working in a hospital admissions office and/or assisting with patient admissions.

These positions are designated as mandatory and must report or stay over during adverse weather events. Flexibility to work any shift is required.

• First (1st) Shift (7:00 am - 3:30 pm) 5%
• Second (2nd) Shift (3:00 pm - 11:30 pm) 20% Weekday & 25% Weekend

*** 12-hour shifts will be considered upon request ***

* ELIGIBILITY FOR SIGN-ON BONUS To qualify for the Sign-On Bonus, a newly hired permanent full-time or permanent part-time employee must work 30 to 40 hours per week to be eligible. Those who are eligible and working less than 40 hours a week will receive a pro-rated rate. An employee is not eligible for a Sign-On Bonus if:

• The employee has held a position in the North Carolina State government, including the judicial system, or the University of North Carolina system, within the last 12 months (the employee shall remain ineligible for 12 months from the separation date).
• The employee has previously received a Sign-On Bonus from any State agency.
• DHHS has paid any contract placement or recruitment fees.

All Sign-On Bonuses are contingent upon budget and final…