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Inova Fairfax Medical Campus Float Pool Department has a great full-time Mental Health Technician 2 opportunity.. The Mental Health Technician 2 under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse provides direct care to patients whose care requirements are routine, standardized and with predictable outcomes.. Assists unit leadership with oversight of the unit's Mental Health Technician education needs/compliance.. Two (2) years of experience as a Mental Health Technician 1 or Clinical Technician 1 at Inova Health System and/or two (2) years as psychiatric technician at another facility.. Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

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Job Description Inova Fairfax Medical Campus Float Pool Department has a great full-time Mental Health Technician 2 opportunity. The Mental Health Technician 2 under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse provides direct care to patients whose care requirements are routine, standardized and with predictable outcomes. Assumes responsibility for self-development in lifelong learning. Demonstrates respect for and an understanding of other clinical disciplines while serving as a unit preceptor for all new Mental Health Technicians. This role is a full-time 12-hour day shift/ 3 days per week, 6am - 6pm position. Four (4) weekend shifts within a Six (6) months period. Job Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Assists unit leadership with oversight of the unit's Mental Health Technician education needs/compliance.</li> <li>Collaborates with the Registered Nurse and healthcare team to advocate for patients' clinical, emotional, ethical, spiritual, and cultural needs. </li> <li>Provides individualized patient support for activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, bed making and measurement of vital signs and intake/output. </li> <li>Provides information to patients, families and visitors which may include orients patients to the unit/program, explains rationale for rules or restrictions and provides printed information. </li> <li>Serves as a resource and unit preceptor for all new Mental Health Technicians. Works with the unit leadership to ensure Mental Health Technicians have current competencies and skills to perform their work.</li></ul> Qualifications: Experience: <ul> <li>Two (2) years of experience as a Mental Health Technician 1 or Clinical Technician 1 at Inova Health System and/or two (2) years as psychiatric technician at another facility. </li></ul> Education: <ul> <li>High School or GED</li></ul> Certifications: <ul> <li>Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.</li></ul> Benefits and Perks: <ul> <li>Health, Vision, and Dental Coverage</li> <li>Life Insurance, Short/Long Term Disability</li> <li>Retirement: Inova matches dollar for dollar the first 5% of your eligible pay that you contribute to the plan</li> <li>Competitive salary: Pay based experience.</li> <li>Amazing Paid Time Off: Accrue PTO hours on your very first day of work.</li> <li>Supplemental Plans: Including Auto/Home Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Identity Theft Protection</li> <li>Additional Benefits: Educational Assistance of up to $5,250/year, Student Loan Refinancing, Adoption Assistance, Child Care Centers, Scholarship Program, Free Parking, Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more!</li></ul> See Full List of Benefits Here: 2024 INOVA BENEFITS GUIDE #LI-MF1 About Us We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 24,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

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