Conflict Response Team Behavioral Health Technician - Center for Patient Flow - Flexi (887)

Position Overview

Pay range: $15.00 - $19.50 / hour

Shifts: flexi/PRN

Schedules: 7 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 p.m-7 a.m

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

To provide direct patient care and behavioral health support for patients across hospital units. To integrates clinical observation, therapeutic engagement, and crisis response to promote patient safety, de-escalation, and recovery. The CRT Behavioral Tech works closely with nursing staff, CRT Companions, and interdisciplinary providers to ensure a safe, supportive environment for patients with behavioral health needs.

Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent required. CPR/BLS certification will be required within 30 days of employment. Minimum of two (2) years of experience in behavioral health, psychiatric services, or patient care OR completion of an in-house CRT/PCT training program required. Certified Patient Care Technician (CPCT) or Registered Behavioral Tech (RBT) preferred.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.