Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) PRN

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) PRN at Lifepoint Health a 4.0 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. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

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

This Behavioral Health position at Lifepoint Health 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: $20.56 - $27.75/hr.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $28 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Vancouver, Washington.

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Patient observation, Safety monitoring, Crisis intervention, De-escalation, Vital signs monitoring, Documentation, Patient admission, Therapeutic milieu support. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Behavioral Health role.

Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct patient care and support within an inpatient unit, ensuring a safe and therapeutic environment. Responsibilities include monitoring patient safety, facilitating therapeutic groups, documenting care, and assisting with activities of daily living.

Benefits package: Professional Development. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.