Northridge Hospital Medical Center·Los Angeles, California
Provide vital support for Behavioral Health operations, including medication triage, vital signs monitoring, and front-office administration. Assist nursing staff with patient care, crisis intervention, and continuous patient observation from admission to discharge.
Where You’ll Work Founded in 1955, Dignity Health - Northridge Hospital Medical Center is a 394-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located.
Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including a Level II Trauma Center, heart care, cancer care and women’s health.
It is the only pediatric trauma center in the San Fernando Valley.
Additionally, Northridge Hospital Medical Center has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality High Performer by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation.
It is a Joint Commission-certified Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center and has been recognized as one of America’s 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
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One California Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Mental Health Tech, you will be vital support for Behavioral Health's front and back office functions, assisting psychiatrists, patients, and the care management team.
You'll ensure smooth operations, quality medication management, and clinical problem-solving.Every day you will provide basic medication triage, support services, and take vital signs for behavioral health patients.
You'll manage front office reception, patient registration, insurance/copay processing, and telephones, while also handling back office tasks like refill requests, injections, and accurate EHR documentation.To be successful in this role, you must possess strong multitasking, meticulous attention to detail, and a rapid ability to learn complex information accurately.
Exceptional customer service, calm under pressure, EHR proficiency, and strict confidentiality are essential, along with flexibility to float.
Assist with patient/family care needs from admission to discharge.
Monitor patient on Q15 min. observations including (Q5, LOS, and 1:1 obs.) Accurately monitor and record patient VS and intake and output and daily activities, including patio breaks.
Assist Nurses with patient care to include Groups, Activities of daily living, as needed Must be able to effectively communicate with patients in crisis situations and assist RNs with restraining patients Assist in maintaining adequate stocks and supplies items.
Job Requirements Required High School Graduate or GED Minimum of one (1) year mental healthworker experience working with psychiatric patients either in an inpatient or residential setting AHA Basic Life Support - CPR Fire Safety, within 90 Days Preferred Minimum 1 year of acute patient care experience Certified Nursing Assistant: CA Emergency Medical Technician: CA
Requires a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of experience working with psychiatric patients in an inpatient or residential setting. Must possess AHA Basic Life Support CPR certification and fire safety training within 90 days.
Market context
In California, behavioral-health roles tied to substance use disorder counseling and case management are typically supported by ongoing community and treatment-program demand. These positions are competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, at least 2 years of SUD counseling or case management experience, and current Registered or Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit and note that professional development and paid continuing education are listed as benefits.
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