Behavioral Health Technician II | Acute Unit

This Psychology position at Avera 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.

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 also offers production-based compensation: $33000 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

This position is based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

South Dakota 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 Care, Behavioral Management, Crisis Intervention, Vital Signs Collection, Electronic Medical Records, Suicide Precautions, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Therapeutic Activity Planning. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: Provide physical and psychological care to patients in an acute behavioral health unit under RN supervision. Responsibilities include implementing suicide precautions, managing behavioral escalation, and assisting with activities of daily living.

Benefits package: $3,000 Sign-on Bonus, PTO Available Day 1, Up to 5% Retirement Match, Career Development, Self-Scheduling. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.