Mental Health Technician Jobs in Georgia

Job Title: Mental Health Tech (prev Psych exp): FT 7p-7a Company: Tenet Health Location: East Point, GA Description: POSITION SUMMARY:Under the general supervision of the charge nurse assists with the care of psychiatric patients as a member of the psychiatric team.

Job Title: Mental Health Tech - PRN Weekend Days Company: Tenet Health Location: Atlanta, GA Description: Atlanta Medical Center, formerly Georgia Baptist Medical Center, is a 467-bed acute care facility sprawled across two city blocks near the heart of downtown Atlanta. Accredited by the Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, Atlanta Medical Center has an esteemed tradition of commitment to excellence in patient care and service to the community. The medical center provides general medical, surgical and womens and childrens services, as well as specialized programs in cardiology, oncology, perinatology, neonatology, orthopaedics, rehabilitation, psychiatry, neurosurgery, same day surgery and trauma. We are firmly committed to maintaining a tradition of excellence in teaching - combining knowledge, technique and technology in every area of modern medicine.We are an employer of choice as well as a leader in healthcare. In 2002 Atlanta Medical Center tied for First place as the Best Place to Work in Atlanta by the Atlanta Business Chronicle. In 2003, we came in the Top 5 Best Places to Work in Atlanta in this same survey. Atlanta Magazine has named Atlanta Medical Center as One of the Best Places to Make a Difference in 2004 and then in 2005 and 2006 Atlanta Medical Center was honored with Tenets elite Circle of Excellence award. In 2008, we were named by the Atlanta Magazine as the 7th Best Place to Work in Atlanta, the highest ranked healthcare company.Atlanta Medical Center has 2 Behavioral Health Units. 6East is a 26 bed unit that typically sees dual diagnosed patients. This is a secured unit and staff works 8 hour shifts (12 hour shifts on weekends). Employees will work every 3rd weekend and 1 major and 2 minor holidays a year. Our other unit is a 16 bed geriatric unit .The Mental Health Tech is responsible for:1. Attends to the physical appearance of the patients; washed hair, shaves patients, nail care and oral care2. Completes HS care including back rub, oral hygiene and denture care, pericare and toileting3. Provides pressure sore prevention as directed including the use of proper bed surface, skin care products, protective devices (heel and elbow pads)4. Turns and positions patients a minimum of every two hours unless specified otherwise5. Uses body alignment devices appropriately; splints, anti-contracture devices6. Provides active and passive ROM7. Takes patients to Day Room for meals, assists with feeding as directed8. Observes, measures and records all intake and output including bowel movements, drains, foley, NG tube etc.9. Performs blood glucose quality control test and documents results10. Collect and labels specimens according to hospital policy11. Takes vital signs as assigned and records on the graphic record. Informs nurse of deviations from patients usual value within 15 minutes. Takes orthostatic Blood Pressures as assigned12. Applies aqua K-pad, anti-embolic hose, ice packs, non-sterile moist heat, sequential hose as directed13. Reports unusual or escalating patient behavior to charge nurse immediately14. Monitors and documents all patients on 15/30 checksApplicants are invited to become a fan of Atlanta Medical CentersPCA Careers page on Facebook in order to receive updates when new positions become open.

Job Title: Mental Health Technician Company: Crescent Pines Location: Atlanta, GA Description: The Mental Health Associate provides direct care to children, adolescents and adult patients with psychiatric disorders, as well as eating disorders, to ensure the safety and well being of the patients.  MHAs have the primary responsibility for ensuring the patient’s safety on the unit.   Requirements Bachelor’s degree in psychology or related field preferred. Prefer experience in a psychiatric hospital setting as a Mental Health Tech working with children, adolescents and/or adults.  (Not required).   Demonstrates the ability to communicate verbally and in writing.  Verification of absence of criminal record on local, state and federal levels.    Extensive walking, standing, sitting, climbing stairs.  Must be able to lift over fifty (50 lbs.) pounds.   Performs other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Nursing Services

Job Title: Mental Health Technician Company: St. Francis Hospital Location: Columbus, GA Description: Mental Health Technician Department: TBC-Adolescent Inpatient Schedule: 7:00 pm - 7:00 am Shift: Full Time - Nights Hours: Position Number: Register to View Job Details: Responsible for patient safety, welfare, and implementation of therapeutic milieu and treatment plans. Provides the services of an Observer for any patient on a patient care unit who has been assessed to require constant observation in order to maximize his/her safety. Performs general receptionist and clerical duties in order to facilitate efficient functioning of the nursing unit. Minimum Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent 2 years college with course work including general psychology, interpersonal communication, abnormal psychology and human growth and development preferred. Minimum Work Experience: Prefer 1 year similar experience in a health care setting Prefer 2 years experience working with children and adolescents Required License/Certification: Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Certification of Nursing Assistant preferred or attendance at similar class provided by St. Francis Hospital Staff and Education Dept. Required Skills: Ability to communicate effectively and document information accurately Ability to deal efficiently and effectively with a wide variety of individuals Knowledge of basic medical terminology preferred Basic computer knowledge is preferredAbility to move or lift patients and equipment St. Francis Hospital | Columbus, Georgia 31904 | Register to View Website Design by inCommand Technologies, Inc.. ©2009 St Francis Hospital, Columbus, Georgia, We Care for Life. All Rights Reserved.