Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Inpatient Behavioral Health

2 months ago
United StatesFull TimeGeneral Medicine

Job Description

About the Role

Join Duke Health as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Inpatient Behavioral Health in United States. At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

Key Responsibilities

  • in the direct care of patients under the direct supervision of an RN/LPN.
  • Work Performed: Observe patients and assesses progress on daily basis; report significant changes in patients' condition and/or behavior to supervising RN.
  • Interact with patients on a one to one basis providing recreational or social activities and reinforce patient teaching.

Requirements

  • Assist in organizing and conducting recreational activities.
  • Interact with patients on a one to one as well as small group basis; assist patients in planning how the treatment plan can be optimally utilized for their benefit.
  • Perform other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • Night or evening shifts may be required.

Apply to join Duke Health as a Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Inpatient Behavioral Health.

Key Skills

Patient CareDirect SupervisionRN/LPN SupportClerical DutiesData ProcessingPatient ObservationBehavioral AssessmentPatient TeachingActivities of Daily LivingRestraint ProceduresInfection ControlSafety GuidelinesRecreational ActivitiesVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionBCLS Certification
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Technician (BHT) Inpatient Behavioral Health at Duke Health a 2.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all General Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

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

General Medicine — Physician Career Context

This General Medicine position at Duke 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.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Care, Direct Supervision, RN/LPN Support, Clerical Duties, Data Processing, Patient Observation, Behavioral Assessment, Patient Teaching. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: The role involves performing nonprofessional nursing duties in direct patient care under the supervision of an RN/LPN, alongside clerical tasks related to patient and unit data management. Responsibilities include observing patients, reporting changes, assisting with daily living activities, and pro...

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About Duke Health

Hospitals and Health Care
Durham, North Carolina
0-2
2.0

Work-Life Balance Score

Below Average

Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Posted

2mo ago

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