Come work with a great team! Signet Health manages the Behavioral Health Services for Medstar Washington Hospital Center and has Full-time Day Shift positions for Mental Health Technicians.
The Mental Health Technician is a key position that provides direct patient care, monitors patient's physical and emotional needs and administratively supports the psychiatric program.
Responsibilities
- Assists in maintaining medical records.
- Monitors patient interactions and safety.
- Provides clerical support.
- Assists in patient data collection.
- Provides patient information as a member of the interdisciplinary team.
- Utilizes knowledge of verbal and non-verbal communication skills to provide targeted therapeutic interventions with patients.
- Transports patients to outside appointments, if necessary.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements/Qualifications
- Minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent; a bachelor's degree is strongly preferred.
- 1+ years of work experience in a psychiatric/substance use facility.
- Familiarity with medical and psychiatric terminology.
- Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build positive and respectful rapport with patients and families.
- Works well in a busy team environment.
- Other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $43,680 to $52,166 Annually
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