Hours of Work :

　　36

　　Days Of Week :

　　3

　　Work Shift :

　　12X3 Day (United States of America)

　　Job Description :

　　Your Job:

　　In this highly technical, fast-paced, and rewarding position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Mental Health Technician assist professional nursing personnel in the care of the patient in a manner that considers the safety, comfort, and therapeutic environment, assisting with the activities of daily living, taking vital signs and other indicated specimens or measures, documenting observations, assisting with groups, calls, and treatment planning as needed to contribute to the smooth running of the unit.

　　Your Job Requirements:

　　• High school Diploma or Equivalent preferred

　　• Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support certification required

　　• Annual training in management of aggressive patients required

　　• 2 years of experience in a mental health related field with direct patient care responsibilities required

　　Your Job Responsibilities:

　　• Communicate clearly and openly

　　• Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment

　　• Be accountable for your performance

　　• Always look for ways to improve the patient experience

　　• Take initiative for your professional growth

　　• Be engaged and eager to build a winning team

　　Methodist Richardson Medical Center is a 443-bed, full-service, acute care hospital that serves Richardson, Garland, Plano, and surrounding areas in Dallas and Collin counties. We are a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center as well as the nation’s first hospital to receive The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval ® for Pancreatic/Hepatic/Biliary Cancer Certification. We also provide services at Methodist Richardson Medical Center – Campus for Continuing Care, which include a behavioral health and addiction recovery unit, inpatient rehabilitation, long-term acute care, and more. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

　　Magnet®-designated hospital

　　150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023

　　Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

　　Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

　　Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit

　　Level III Trauma Center

　　Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare , Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:

　　Magnet® designations for Methodist Dallas, Methodist Charlton, Methodist Mansfield, and Methodist Richardson Medical Centers

　　150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker’s Hospital Review , 2023

　　Top 10 Military Friendly® Employer, Gold Designation, 2023

　　Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly® Employer, 2023

　　Equal Opportunity Employer

　　It is the policy of Methodist Health System (MHS) to select, develop, and promote employees based on individual ability and job performance. It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of MHS to provide equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer-employee relations without discrimination because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, disability, marital status, genetic information or ancestry. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee’s compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, training, development, transfer all other privileges of employment. MHS is committed to maintain a working environment free of intimidation, workplace discrimination and harassment. Retaliation or attempted retaliatory behavior that occurs as a result of an employee’s exercise of their rights under this policy or any other statutorily protected right is strictly prohibited and will be grounds for disciplinary action.