Tech - MH​/BH; No Degree​/Behavioral Health​/Acute Psych III

Overview

Northwest Texas Healthcare System (a subsidiary of UHS) is a 495‑bed system serving Amarillo and the surrounding region. The organization combines traditional values with advanced healthcare technologies in a community that offers outdoor recreation, quality education and a friendly, smaller‑town feel.

Behavioral Health Tech/No Degree

Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing, house supervisor, and charge nurse, the Behavioral Health Technician attends to patient direct‑care needs and performs tasks delegated by nursing staff. The role is part of a multidisciplinary treatment team, assisting in safety, treatment delivery, daily living activities, observation rounding, documentation, and training of new employees.

• Maintain current BLS certification.
• Hold current Handle with Care certification.
• Attend at least 80% of departmental staff meetings and required in‑service trainings.
• Demonstrate proper infection‑control procedures and adhere to safety policy.
• Present a neat, professional appearance consistent with hospital dress code.
• Comply with local, state, federal, and JC standards and guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of policies and procedures specific to the position/department.
• Maintain proper boundaries when interacting with patients, families, and co‑workers.
• Seek direction or clarification from the supervisor when necessary.
• Treat patients with respect according to patient rights and responsibilities.
• Communicate in a positive, compassionate, and professional manner with patients, staff, and visitors.
• Respond to mail and correspondence in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate cultural competence by acknowledging cultural differences and adjusting behavior accordingly.
• Comply with hospital attendance policy.

• Current BLS certification (American Heart Association) on hire or within 30 days.
• One of the following: 2 years of patient‑care experience, EMT certification, Medical Assistant certification, or a high school diploma/​equivalent.

• Ability to stoop, kneel, lift, and move around the work area.
• Ability to hold, grasp, push, or pull variable body weight when restraining patients.
• Expression of ideas verbally in an audible and accurate manner.
• Perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers.
• Prioritize multiple tasks within established time frames and remain flexible in working hours.
• Maintain self‑control in volatile or hostile situations.
• Set therapeutic limits and maintain therapeutic distance with clients.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities.

• Retention and loan forgiveness programs (if offered).
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• Student loan refinancing program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its subsidiaries.
• More information on the Benefits Guest Website:

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing a mutually respectful environment, offering equal employment opportunities to all applicants and teammates. UHS is an equal‑opportunity employer that fully pledges to recruitment, selection, and compensation of individuals without regard to the protected characteristics enumerated in federal, state, or local laws.

Northwest Texas Healthcare System does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms. No phone calls or emails from recruiters without a valid written agreement will be honored. All resumes received without such an agreement will remain the sole property of UHS with no fee payable to the recruiter.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care, Mental Health Care