Mental Health Technician - Adult​/Psych - Swedish Hospital - Night Shift

Hourly Pay Range: $19.89 - $28.84 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

• Position:
  Mental Health Technician
• Sign on bonus: N/A
• Location:
  
  Swedish Hospital
• Full Time (40 hours)
• Hours:
  
  Night Shift (11:00pm-7:30am)

Under supervision of a Registered Nurse and according to established procedures, provides direct patient care to patients with behavioral health disorders. Ensures the safety and well-being of these patients by maintaining a safe milieu. Participates in treatment planning and implementation. Documents according to department/organization procedures.

• Hygiene/Personal Needs Delivers, sets up and removes meal trays.
• Assists patients with nutritional intake according to individual needs; accurately documents dietary intake and notifies appropriate team member for follow-up as indicated.
• Provides assistance with activities of daily living, appropriate to patients' age, needs and developmental level as assigned and supervised by nurse in charge.
• May need to provide physical care such as assisting with the bathing and toileting of geriatric patients and other patients with special needs.
• Procedures and Treatments Carries out plan of care in accordance with and giving consideration to patient's age specific needs.
• Complies with hospital infection control standards and techniques.
• Assists with specimen collection, vitals, EKG (if trained), as delegated by charge nurse.
• Admission/Discharge/Transfer Provides patient/family orientation to room and hospital according to hospital policy.
• Transports/escorts patients to other areas of the hospital as needed.
• Completes appropriate portions of admission documentation.
• Assures competency with hospital infection control standards and demonstrates compliance in daily practice.
• Unit Support Activities Performs Unit Specialist job duties as assigned.
• Ensures patient safety by providing one-to-one supervision.
• Unit rounds are conducted and precautions records completed in real time.
• Precautions records are accurately labeled.
• Maintains a therapeutic milieu by connecting with patients and redirecting behavior as needed.
• Team Support Communicates with RN regularly throughout the shift on patient status.
• Reports changes in patient status or safety to appropriate nursing personnel as they occur.
• May transport (in a company-owned vehicle) and/or accompany patients as assigned by charge nurse.

• A High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to demonstrate de-escalation and behavior management techniques
• A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location.
• If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.

• College level course in psychology or related field
• A minimum of one year of prior experience in a hospital or customer service environment
• A minimum of six months of experience in psychiatric setting

• Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, holiday and more based on an employee’s job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program
• Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community…