Pays $18.75-$24.37/hr — Behavioral Health Tech market median is ~$37k (16 jobs) · Above average in Behavioral Health Tech roles for work-life (5.1/10, vs 1,436 in this profession)
Pediatric Behavioral Health Technician
About the Role
Behavioral Health Tech at pediatric hospital. Day shift 6am-6pm. 36 hrs/week. $18.75-$24.37/hr. Lehi, UT.
Join Intermountain Health as a Pediatric Behavioral Health Tech – Day Shift in Lehi, Utah.
Benefits & Compensation
- Pay rate: $18.75 - $24.37/hr.
- Generous benefits package
- PEAK program (tuition coverage)
- Wellness programs
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Call responsibilities required.
- Day shift only - no nights.
This position offers day shifts only. Work with Intermountain Health in Lehi, Utah.
Key Responsibilities
The Behavioral Health Technician provides direct patient care and facilitates a therapeutic environment under the direction of clinical staff. They are responsible for monitoring patient safety, managing behavioral crises, and documenting patient care activities accurately.
Requirements
Candidates must possess Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and demonstrate the ability to work with aggressive patient behaviors. Preferred qualifications include a CNA or EMT certification and post-high school education in social work, psychology, or a related health science field.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Overview
This Pediatric Behavioral Health Technician position at Intermountain Health includes the following lifestyle factors: no night shifts. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.
Pediatrics — healthcare professional Career Context
In Utah, Pediatrics listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$116k across 35 listings, vs ~$107k nationally (3,129 listings).
Pediatrics pay on WeekdayDoc is up 5.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Utah's cost-of-living index is 108.6 (US average = 100), so the posted ~$45k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $41k in an average-cost state — Utah ranks #3 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 5.1/10 on work-life balance for Behavioral Health Tech roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
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