Behavioral Health Tech
Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, join our caring team.
About the role
Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus based on eligibility. Facilitates the maintenance of the therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and assists patients with daily living activities. Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients.
Responsibilities
- Takes vital signs, weighs patients, and collects routine specimens
- Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings
- Facilitates the maintenance of the therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit
- Assists patients with daily living activities
- Establishes a therapeutic relationship with assigned patients
- Performs related duties as required
Requirements
- 60 hours of human services, psychology, education, sociology, or related field or minimum of 1 year of experience
- CPR certification
Benefits
The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program
- Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.
Pay
$15.76 - $23.64 hourly. Individual wages are determined based upon qualifications and experience.
About the organization
MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since 1893. Comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick, we are dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, you'll find comprehensive healthcare services including 24-hour emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments, and advanced maternity care.
MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval for safe and effective patient care. Our skilled cardiac team was recognized as one of Healthgrades America's 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023.