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When not performing phlebotomist duties, observes and assists assigned mental health patients or substance abuse patients and helps with admission activities. MHTs are responsible for the overall maintenance of a safe environment in either Adult or Adolescent Admissions and to ensure safety of patients and staff. MHTs participate in the activities outlined below and carrying out general nursing assistance necessary to assess adolescent, adult, or older adult patients admitting to the hospital.\nShift details: Per diem as needed Mornings 6am - 2:30 pm\nEssential Duties:\nServes patients by identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures.\nSupplying diagnostic notes to physicians, other healthcare professionals, and hospitals.\n Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients.\nObtains blood specimens by performing venipunctures and finger sticks.\n Maintains specimen integrity by using aseptic technique, following department procedures, and observing isolation procedures.\n Analyzing blood specimens using the correct testing equipment, when necessary.\n Cleaning, maintaining, and calibrating laboratory equipment used in the drawing and testing of blood specimens.\n Ordering laboratory supplies, as needed.\nConduct Q15s and 1:1 in accordance with hospital standards. Ask for assistance when other tasks take priority. Ensure there are no gaps in observations.\n Take direction from RN or LVN. Float to any unit as needed. Do not push back. \n Maintain boundaries with patients and employees.\nObserve patient for change in behavior. Work on de-escalation prior to a code. Notify RN to evaluate and assess changes in patient behavior. \nRespond to all codes (If you are making rounds or on a 1:1 ensure someone has signed the Q15s before departing. If you are the only one available for observations, continue to make your observations).\nAssist patients with good hygiene.\nHelp maintain unit cleanliness.\n Know the daily schedule and keep patients on track for all events.\nSpeak to patients respectfully, recognize that how you speak may escalate to a code.\nUse appropriate phone etiquette for quality calls and address all customer questions and concerns.\nConduct soft safety search of patient. Wand, check shoes, pockets, etc. Inform RN if contraband is found.\nAssist the RN in taking vital signs if enough MHTs are available to meet Q15 and 1:1 requirement.\nInventory patient belongings and alert RN if medications are found. \n Escort patient if sent out MOT.\nEscort patients to eat or other activities.\nTreats patients with dignity and respect.\nUnderstand patient rights.\nResponsible for patient safety and wellbeing. \nSalary: $43,680.00 - $62,400.00\nRequirements\nEducation and/or Licensure - High School degree (or equivalent). Certified Phlebotomy Technician Certificate issued by the state of Massachusetts.\nExperience - Prior experience as a phlebotomist technician. Prior psychiatric healthcare experience helpful.\nKnowledge Skills and Abilities\nObtain adequate blood samples from patients whose veins are difficult to locate, or from patients who may be hostile or unstable.\n Discern when to request assistance in drawing blood.\n Must be able to concentrate on work amidst distractions such as noise, conversations, and foot traffic; must be able to consistently meet deadlines; must be flexible in work hours in order to meet patient and organization operating needs.\n Must maintain self-control in volatile or hostile customer services interactions. \nHigh school level reading and writing skills; acceptable oral and written communication skills along with legible handwriting. \n Customer service skills in face-to-face interactions with dealing courteously with patients, the public, and other staff within the organization.\n Use of appropriate social skills, including demonstration and respect for patients and staff; empathy toward patients; skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living helpful.\nMust be able to work independently, in a result restricted physical environment for extended periods of time. \n Skill to independently interpret reference materials to comply with law, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, etc.\nAbility to apply time management practices to prioritize, schedule and complete work effectively to comply with mandated policies and deadlines. \nAbility to work on multiple tasks or parts of tasks simultaneously to ensure timely completion of work activities. \nPhysical Requirements/Environmental Conditions\nPerform the following with or without reasonable accommodations:\n Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and be able to perceive the attributes of objects such as size, shape, temperature, and/or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of the fingertips. \nAbility to express and exchange ideas via spoken word during activities in which they must convey detail or important spoken instructions to others accurately, sometimes quickly and loudly. \nHearing to perceive the nature of sound with no less than 40 db loss @ Hz, 1000 Hz, and 2000 Hz with or without correction; ability to perceive detailed information orally and make fine discriminations in sound. \n Perform repetitive motions with wrists, hands, and fingers. Individual must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and to be able to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. \nWork requires a minimum standard of visual acuity with or without correction that will enable people in the role to complete administrative and clerical tasks, as well as inspect and analyze.\nWhile worker may possibly be subjected to temperature changes, the worker is generally not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions as the work is predominantly inside.\nSalary: $43,680 - $62,400\nBenefits\nCompetitive Compensation\n401K\nExcellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan\nGenerous Paid Time Off\nTuition Reimbursement\nEmployee Assistance Program\nPet Insurance\nBasic AD&D and Life\nShort and Long Term Disability\nHealth and Dependent Savings Accounts\nJOIN A TEAM THAT'S MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN MENTAL HEALTHCARE\nWestborough Behavioral Healthcare Hospital (WBHH) is a 117-bed psychiatric hospital that provides comprehensive psychiatric care for children, adolescents, and adults through acute inpatient stabilization and outpatient services. Under dynamic new leadership, we're building an exceptional workplace culture focused on outstanding patient care and employee satisfaction.\nOur mission is to deliver compassionate, evidence-based treatment while ensuring patients and their families feel supported throughout their healing journey. We're committed to creating an environment where our dedicated team members can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact in their community.\nLocated conveniently in Westborough at Routes 495 and 9.\nAdvance your career. 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