Health Aide & Technician Mental Health
Spectrum Healthcare Resources has an excellent potential opportunity for a Health Aide & Technician Mental Health to support Sam Rayburn Memorial VAMC located in Bonham, TX, where everyday presents new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Minimum Qualifications :
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Education : High School Diploma, Associate Degree from an accredited college or university, junior college or similar institution. Must have 12 semester hours in health sciences, nursing, behavioral health, or related fields.
- Experience : 1 year experience in direct patient care performing therapeutic and supportive tasks in assisting Physicians and other personnel in a rehabilitation treatment program setting.
- Certifications : BLS, ACLS through American Heart Association
Core Duties :
Perform a variety of therapeutic and supportive Health Aide tasks in assisting physicians and other professional personnel in a rehabilitation treatment program for alcohol and / or drug-dependent patients.Orienting patients to the treatment program.Observing patients for symptoms, behaviors, actions, reactions, indications, and contraindications to treatment.Assisting in individual or group therapy sessions or in behavior therapy sessions.Providing supportive assistance to patients placed on maintenance therapy.Perform rounding of patients every two (2) hours.Assisting with patient intake and discharge processes.Closely monitoring patients' behavior and whereabouts to maintain a safe environment.Escort patients throughout the facility and ensuring structure, supervision, and therapeutic engagement throughout the recovery process.Promote a harmonious and cooperative working environment in their interaction with co-workers and supervisors.Follows universal precautions, infection prevention and control guidelines in the performance of all procedures, wears task appropriate PPE, disposes of contaminated waste, and patient isolation requirements in the performance of all procedures.Capable of reading Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and adhering them to the current Rehabilitation Treatment Program.Miscellaneous Duties : Occasionally serve as receptionist at the Bonham Domiciliary front desk, greeting patients, providing patients with appropriate guidance, answering nontechnical inquiries, and referring technical inquiries to the appropriate RRTP staff member.Position will offer :
Full time 40hrs per week / Some weekendsPTO and sick leavePaid Federal HolidaysMedical / Dental / Vision / 401kBy joining our team, you'll have the unique privilege of supporting our nation's heroesensuring they receive the compassionate care they deserve. This role offers a rewarding blend of purpose and professional growth in a mission-driven environment.
Apply today and become part of a team that makes a real impact on the health and well-being of those who serve our country!
For more information contact :
Laura Hatcher
314-744-4156
Laura_Hatcher@spectrumhealth.com
Company Overview :
At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.
EOE / Disabled / Veterans