Portland, Oregon
Category: Allied
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 806227
Work Setting: Healthcare
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Est. Pay: $1080 / Week
Posted Date: 7/1/2024
Portland, Oregon
Work Setting: Healthcare
Category: Allied
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: $1080 / Week
Job ID: 806227
Posted Date: 7/1/2024
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The Mental / Psychiatric Health Technician cares for individuals withpsychiatric conditions as well as a variety of substance use disorders,following the instructions of physicians, nurses or other health practitioners.The Behavioral Health Technician monitors a patients’ safety, physical andemotional well-being and report directly to medical staff.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides personal care and behavioralassistance/interventions to assigned clients Assists clients with grooming, eating/meal preparation, andtoileting Maintains rounding on assigned clients/patients to ensuresafety as directed Assists with ambulation and transfer services Monitors vital signs such as heart rate and blood pressure Provides behavioral support services Provides crisis intervention Encourages independence Maintains patient safety Implements behavioral plans Documents care per policies and procedures Participate in rehabilitation and treatment programs Performs other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent required Associate’s degree in behavioral studies or related field,or equivalent experience preferred (or per facility requirements) Minimum of one (1) year relevant experience preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis’ Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apply Now Apply For This Job Via Stay Up To DateSign up to receive job alerts
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Portland, Oregon
Healthcare
Allied
Contract - Full Time
$1080 / Week
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