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Behavioral Health Specialist Emergency Department, Banner Health

Onsite · Phoenix, Arizona
Posted August 14, 2026
full-time

Overview

Own direct care for psychiatric patients within a Level I trauma center in a large hospital network. You will work on a 56-bed behavioral health unit in the Emergency Department and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient experience. This role focuses on safety, therapeutic milieu, and evidence-based interventions in a high-acuity setting. You'll join a mission-driven environment committed to compassionate care and continuous growth.

What You'll Do5

  • 1Build patient care plans with nursing staff to monitor vital signs and medical status
  • 2Provide therapeutic interaction with patients and families to support dignity and autonomy
  • 3Participate in safety monitoring and crisis interventions including redirection and de-escalation as needed
  • 4Document observations and interventions in the patient medical record maintaining confidentiality
  • 5Assist with admissions, discharges, transfers and group activities to promote rehabilitation and activity engagement

Requirements5

  • 1Bachelor’s Degree in a behavioral health related field OR High School diploma or equivalent with 1 year of direct patient care in an inpatient behavioral health setting
  • 2Experience in an inpatient psychiatric facility or equivalent
  • 3Knowledge of medications commonly prescribed for behavioral health patients and their side effects
  • 4Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card or State required clearance if applicable
  • 5Basic Life Support BLS certification

Salary Insight

Salary not disclosed in listing

Location

Typeonsite
LocationPhoenix, Arizona

Required Skills

psychologypatient carecrisis interventionde-escalationdocumentation
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