Mental Health Assistant - Inpatient Psychiatry - Full Time - Days

Company: ProMedica
Location: Sylvania
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

Job TitleMental Health Assistant - Inpatient Psychiatry - Full Time - DaysCategoryClinical SupportOrganizational UnitProMedica -> ProMedica Flower Hospital (FH) -> Flower Hospital -> Inpatient Psychiatry (6060)LocationSylvania, OH 43560 US (Primary)Job DescriptionProMedica Flower Hospital is located in Sylvania OH, a suburb of Toledo, OH. Among being located in one of the area's most beautiful landscapes, Sylvania offers a high-quality lifestyle for its residents with Sylvania's public school as one of the finest in the region, rated as "Excellent" by the state of Ohio. There are many outdoor activities to enjoy at our nationally recognized Pacesetter Park, along with music and entertainment found at Centennial Terrace and Downtown Sylvania, and the LPGA annual tournament. The Flower Hospital campus is a 311-bed facility that houses the Hickman Cancer Center, ER Trauma Center, and is the regional leader for inpatient adult psychiatric services. The campus includes, the Goerlich Center, which provides residence for patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia, the Ebeid Center our hospice facility.General Summary:The Mental Health Assistant assists the patient in meeting basic human needs and assisting the LMHP in providing health care to patients with mental impairments or emotional problems. Principle duties include the following: Greets patients, unpacks belongings, provides room and unit orientation to patient, restocks supplies and orders nourishments, collects and records patient care data, recognizes and reports changes in patient behavior, assists RN with exams, answers call light and responds appropriately. Other duties include, provide personal daily hygiene and nutrition needs along with elimination needs. Assist patient with mobility, transferring and lifting patient. The mental health assistant plays an integral role in observations that help the LMHP make important decisions about the implementation of treatment plans for their patients. An ideal candidate will enjoy making a real difference in patient's lives and is very organized. If you are interested we invite you to apply!Job RequirementsHigh School Diploma or GEDCompletion of approved Nursing Aide course with certification/or a combination of 2 or more years experience in providing patient careBLS is currentKnowledge of medical terminolgy and completion of medical assistant program preferred.One year experience in working with the Mental Health population preferred.ProMedica is a mission-based, not-for-profit integrated healthcare organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio. For more information, please visit www.promedica.org/about-promedicaQualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendment Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a job with ProMedica, please contact employment@promedica.orgEqual Opportunity Employer/Drug-Free WorkplaceEmployee Exemption TypeNon-ExemptJob TypeFull TimeBudgeted Hours / Pay Period72Shift TypeDaysShift HoursWeekendsOn-call RequirementsAdditional Schedule Details

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