Behavioral Health Technician

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. National Park Medical Center, a 163-bed full-service hospital, is a forward thinking, innovative hospital where trust, teamwork and technology come together to make a positive difference in the health of our community and region.

Where We Are:

Live where others only get to vacation…Hot Springs, located in the gently rolling Ouachita Mountains, offers a unique combination of natural beauty, cultural life, and historical interest. With numerous outdoor activities, art galleries, local shops, and diverse cuisine, Hot Springs has something for everyone.

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

Short-term and Long-term disability 100% paid for by the company

Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Loan repayment, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities for qualified candidates

Professional development opportunities, apprenticeship programs, and certification assistance

And much more…

• Full Time, Nights

Under the supervision of nursing staff provides direct patient care and assists with maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment.

Reports to: Senior Behavioral Health Director

FLSA: Non-exempt

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS); Handle with Care (HWC)

License: CNA Preferred

Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions:

• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living.
• Provides or assists with providing direct patient care, diagnostic procedures and therapeutic interventions.
• Observes and records patient behavior and activities.
• Reports any changes in physical, mental or emotional condition to nursing staff and suggests modifications to the treatment plan.
• Provides crisis intervention with incoming calls and on the unit to maintain safety.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

EEOC Statement:

National Park Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.