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Behavioral Health Technician

Sanford Health

Thief River Falls, MNPer Diem$16.5–25.5/hrSeen 3mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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Compensation
$16.5–25.5/hr
Location
Thief River Falls, MN
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction of psychiatric staff, assisting with group activities, daily living skills, basic health care needs, meals, vital signs, and psychosocial support while following procedures and acquiring basic patient care knowledge.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Human RelationsCommunicationPatient Care PrinciplesMedical TerminologyEquipment UseADL Assistance

Full job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Thief River Falls Downtown Campus Location: Thief River Falls, MN Address: 120 Labree Ave S, Thief River Falls, MN 56701, USA Shift: 12 Hours - Varied Shifts Job Schedule: PRN Weekly Hours: Varies Salary Range: $16.50 - $25.50

Job Summary

Contributes to the care and safety of psychiatric patients under the direction and control of the psychiatric staff and patient orders. Assists in leading groups, including groups for leisure or socialization, exercise, stress management and relaxation skills, daily living skill building, and art therapy. May provide assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording vital signs, and providing psychosocial support and other personal care to assigned resident. Assists the patient in transferring, repositioning, and walking using correct and appropriate transfer techniques and equipment. May completes tasks related to food preparation and dining, while creating a positive dining experience for the resident. Assists residents with meals and snacks, provides water and supplements as appropriate. May collect samples of blood and other fluids from patients after completing appropriate laboratory training. Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed clinical staff. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Qualifications

Must have good human relations and communication skills. Must be able to follow procedures and instructions given by the licensed nurse. Must be able to acquire a basic knowledge of patient care principles, medical terminology and equipment within the assigned service area.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [email protected] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0248766 Job Function: Behavioral Health and Dependency Featured: No

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