PRN Mental Health Tech. - Outpatient
San Antonio Behavioral Health
San Antonio, texas
Job Summary
The Mental Health Technician (MHT) provides direct patient care to all patients with emotional or psychiatric disorders; supports therapeutic setting; and ensures safety and well-being of patients. Carry out general nursing assistance necessary to treatment of adolescent, adult, or older adult patients as assigned.
Essential Duties:
- Monitors and assists patients, working under the direction of nursing and medical staff including areas of daily living and activities.
- Record and maintain patient information, such as vital signs, eating habits, behavior, and daily observation notes.
- Lead and accompany patients to and from activities, examinations and treatments as assigned.
- Assists patients in becoming accustomed to daily routines and encourages them to participate in social and recreational activities to promote ...