Mental Health Technician
UHS
Summary
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from five years of age through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Job description
Position Summary
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) functions as an active part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling to patients ranging in age from five years of age through geriatrics depending on which unit worked. MHTs work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Qualifications
- High School Degree or equivalent; or Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline.
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred.
- Successful completion of Handle With Care Training within 90 days of employment and prior to assisting with restraining procedures.
- May be required to work overtime. Some holidays and weekends are required.
- Must have current CPR Certification.
Requirements
- High School Degree or equivalent
- Certified Nursing Assistant preferred
- Degree from an accredited college or university in social work, recreational therapy, or appropriate therapeutic discipline
- Two (2) years of related experience, with knowledge of psychiatric patient care techniques with an understanding of mental illness, preferred
- Successful completion of Handle With Care Training within 90 days of employment and prior to assisting with restraining procedures
- Must have current CPR Certification
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Student Loan Repayment
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Drug Plan
- 401(k) with company match
- Discounted stock plan
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Free Basic Life Insurance
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.