Behavioral Health Technician

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician at ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all General Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.

This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.

This General Medicine position at ADDICTION AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES 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.

This position is based in Memphis, Tennessee.

Tennessee 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 Supervision, Crisis Intervention, Clinical Documentation, Group Facilitation, Behavioral Monitoring, De-escalation Strategies, CPR Certification, Driving. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The Behavioral Health Technician supports clinical staff by maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment for patients with substance use disorders, which includes monitoring activities and facilitating recovery-based education. Key duties involve supervising patient care, leading grou...

Benefits package: Medical Coverage, Expanded Coverage, Mental Health Support, Employee Assistance Program, Voluntary Coverages, Pet Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance, Family Legal Services. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.