Mental Health Therapy Aide

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Key Responsibilities

Provide direct and indirect patient care under nursing supervision Take and record vital signs accurately Complete patient admission documentation Assist with physical examinations and collect specimens as required Monitor patient intake and output…

Requirements Summary

Experience working with psychiatric patient populations within the last two years (preferred) Strong verbal and written communication skills Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail Knowledge of medical terminology Ability to work…

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Cedar Park Med is seeking compassionate and detail-oriented Mental Health Therapy Aides. The ideal candidate will have experience working with psychiatric patients within the last two years (preferred) and possess strong verbal and written communication skills. Organizational skills and a basic understanding of medical terminology are essential for success in this role. Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment health clearance.

Schedule/Shift: Day and Night shift available.. Mix of 8-hour and 12-hour shifts. Every other weekend and some holidays required.
13 week assignment with possible extension.

Responsibilities

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→Provide direct and indirect patient care under nursing supervision
→Take and record vital signs accurately
→Complete patient admission documentation
→Assist with physical examinations and collect specimens as required
→Monitor patient intake and output and report any concerns to nursing staff
→Transport patients as needed
→Orient new patients to unit regulations and daily routines
→Assist patients with hygiene needs and daily activities
→Communicate patient data to the nursing team in a timely and accurate manner
→Develop therapeutic relationships with patients under nursing supervision
→Interact therapeutically with patients during activities and interventions
→Intervene during crisis situations to ensure patient safety
→Maintain a safe and secure environment for all patients
→Apply clinical and psychological interventions appropriate for the patient’s age and developmental stage
→Perform routine safety checks during assigned shifts

Requirements

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Experience working with psychiatric patient populations within the last two years (preferred)
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Knowledge of medical terminology
Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
Must successfully pass pre-employment health clearance

What We Offer

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✓PTO

✓Vacation pay

✓Bonus pay

✓Health insurance

✓401k

Cedar Park Med is a woman-owned, JCAHO-certified healthcare staffing firm - not an MSP - that works directly with healthcare facilities. We provide transparent pay, clearly defined assignments, and consistent communication throughout your contract, supported by a dedicated team with direct phone access.