Mental Health Technician I

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Mental Health Technician I at State of Oklahoma a 2.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all Behavioral Health physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

This Behavioral Health position at State of Oklahoma is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Stated compensation: $1.00/hr.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Key skills and qualifications: Direct Care, De-escalation, Patient Observation, Therapeutic Relationship, Safety Monitoring, Daily Living Activities, Vital Signs, Behavior Recording. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The Mental Health Technician I provides non-professional direct care for consumers in an inpatient behavioral health treatment setting. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, assisting with daily living activities, and monitoring patient behavior.

Benefits package: Health Insurance, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, 11 Paid Holidays, 15 Days Vacation, 15 Days Sick Leave. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.