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Mental Health Tech III (Full-time, nights)

Elko, Nevada

Req ID 7439-2999 Post Date Mar. 27, 2025 CategoryBehavioral Health FacilityNortheastern Nevada Regional Hospital
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Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital – Mental Health Tech III

 

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed facility located in Elko, Nevada.   We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and more.   We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center.   We believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people.  We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

Where We Are:

Elko is the largest city of Elko County, Nevada.  Located near the Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, Elko is called the Swiss Alps of Nevada.  Here you’ll find year-round access to recreation and more than 20 alpine lakes.   The city’s economy is heavy with gold mining, ranching, tourism, and casinos.  The entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada is located approx. six hours away.  With us is where you want to be.

Why Choose Us:

  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
  • Professional Development and Growth Opportunities
  • And much more…

Position Summary: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is looking for a Mental Health Tech III to work in our new Behavioral Health Unit. This role predominantly works 12-hour shifts though subject to change according to the needs of the department. 

Specific responsibilities include:

  • Performs patient physical exams and adjusts patient care to reflect patient changes.
  • Recognizes and relays problems and initiates a problem-solving process.
  • Assists with the training and continuing education of new hires. Additionally, they assist in training and overseeing the work of lower-level techs and may be assigned to serve as a lead and oversee shift activities.
  • Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client behavior, report observations and provide input regarding changes to the treatment plan.
  • Assists with continued quality management, to include assuring safe quality care
  • Follows safety procedures, uses equipment and performs skills consistent with scope of practice.
  • Always provides the highest level of customer service and patient relations.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education: High school diploma or GED required.
  • Experience: three years of experience, two of which were paraprofessional experience in a hospital, institutional, residential, clinic, or community setting providing care, treatment, training and supervision for individuals with mental illness or emotional disturbances.  
  • License: Valid NV mental health certification or one year of experience as a Mental Health Tech II or Developmental Support Tech II in NV.
  • American Heart Association Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) within 60 days of hire (non-AHA BLS certification valid only from date of hire for 6 months or up until the date of expiration, not to exceed 6 months).

EEOC Statement:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.


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