Job Description
ABOUT CAMPBELL COUNTY HEALTH
Campbell County Health (CCH) is more than just a hospital—we are a comprehensive healthcare system serving northeast Wyoming. Our organization includes Campbell County Memorial Hospital, a 90-bed acute care community hospital in Gillette; Campbell County Medical Group, featuring nearly 20 specialty and primary care clinics—including locations in Wright and Hulett; and The Legacy Living & Rehabilitation Center, a long-term care facility.
To be responsive to our employee’s needs we offer:
- Generous PTO accrual (increases with tenure)
- Paid sick leave days
- Medical/Dental/Vision
- Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Dependent Care Savings Account
- 403(b) with employer match
- Early Childhood Center, discounted on-site childcare
- And more! Click here to learn more about our full benefits package
JOB SUMMARY
The Mental Health Tech provides direct patient care to individuals living in a psychiatric unit.
Observes and assists assigned mental health patients and helps with daily living activities, therapeutic activities, and socialization. Responsible for the overall maintenance of a therapeutic environment in the psychiatric unit and to ensure the safety of patients and staff. Attends and participates in group therapy, in-service education, and staff meetings. Records information about patients including vital signs, weight, and demeanor. May communicate with the patient's family as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Performs basic patient care activities.
- Observes patients and reports unusual conditions and/or reactions to RN/ LPN.
- Assists with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
- Facilitate educational groups on unit.
- Maintains a clean and safe environment.
- Performs routine cleaning tasks.
- Documents according to policy.
- Runs errands, such as lab specimens to Laboratory.
- Assists RN/ LPN to complete unit safety checks.
- May be required to work on other nursing units.
- Complies with the hospital’s Corporate Compliance Program including, but not limited to, the Code of Conduct, laws and regulations, and hospital policies and procedures.
- Must be free from governmental sanctions involving health care and/or financial practices.
- Other duties as assigned. This list is non-exhaustive.
Qualifications
- Education
- None
- License
- State of Wyoming CNA Certification or 2 years Previous Mental Health Experience preferred.
- Experience
- Previous experience preferred.
- Certifications required
- See Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification Policy and Certifications/Education Requirements Policy.
Schedule
Campbell County Health includes Campbell County Memorial Hospital, a 90-bed acute care, community hospital; Campbell County Medical Group with nearly 20 clinics; The Legacy Living & Rehabilitation Center long-term care center and the Powder River Surgery Center. We are certified as an Area Trauma Hospital by the State of Wyoming. Almost 80 physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners in over 20 specialties are committed to your wellbeing right here at home. If you haven’t visited us lately, we urge you to get to know us again. Our physicians, nurses and staff are committed to giving you the very best experience possible.
Awards
American College of Cardiology NCDR ACTION Registry Silver Award
Campbell County Health (CCH) has received the American College of Cardiology’s NCDR ACTION Registry Silver Performance Achievement Award for 2017. CCH is one of only 105 health care organizations nationwide to receive the honor.
American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Level Recognition Award
Campbell County Health's Emergency Medical Services department earned the 2016 American Heart Association’s Mission: Lifeline® EMS Bronze Level Recognition Award for implementing improved measures for treating patients who experience severe heart attacks. Every year, more than 250,000 people experience a ST-elevation myocardial infarction (STEMI), a type of heart attack caused by a complete blockage of blood flow to the heart that requires timely treatment. The EMS recognition program recognizes emergency responders for their efforts in improving STEMI systems of care and improving the quality of life for these patients.
CMS HCAHPS Star Rating
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released their first HCAHPS Star Rating for hospitals in July for the period October 1, 2014-September 30, 2015. The Star ratings were developed to provide consumers an easy way to compare hospitals and spotlight excellence in healthcare quality. Campbell County Memorial Hospital achieved 4 stars out of 5 for inpatient experience. Overall, CCMH received a 3-star ranking, which reflects quality of care and patient experience together.
National Rural Health Association
Campbell County Health’s Campbell County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) was named one of the Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals in the country in 2017. The Top 20 Rural Community Hospitals, including CCMH, scored best among Prospective Payment System hospitals on iVantage Health Analytics’ Hospital Strength Index™. The rankings were recently announced by the National Rural Health Association (NRHA).
