Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Georgia
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Georgia are open across Austell, Stockbridge, and Athens and other Georgia metros, with employers like Proud Moments, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Medical Record Technician 2 in Health Information Services at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.
Salary: $36,273.12
2 Open Positions
Job Grade E
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic clients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Process, maintain, compile, and report client information for health requirements and standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
- Compiles and maintains clients' medical records to document condition and treatment and to provide data for research or cost control and care improvement efforts
- Enters data, such as demographic characteristics, history and extent of disease, diagnostic procedures and treatment into computer
- Identifies, compiles, abstracts and codes client data, using standard classification systems
- Plans, develops, maintains and operates a variety of health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems to collect, classify, store and analyze information
- Processes client admission and discharge documents
- Protects the security of medical records to ensure that confidentiality is maintained
- Releases information to persons and agencies according to regulations
- Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations
- Transcribes medical reports
SAMPLE TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of the coding system related psychiatric and medical diagnosis.
- Knowledge of medical, psychiatric, and anatomical terminology
- Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment
- Ability to organize and prepare reports and summaries for oral and written presentation
- Ability to analyze and evaluate medical records to apply established standards, regulations and laws to specific problems.
Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. However, please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma/GED and eligible for certification as a medical records technician by the American Health Information Management Association; or two (2) years of experience in a medical records unit, which involved the independent coding of diagnostic data; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Medical Records Tech 1 (HCT040) or position equivalent.
INTRODUCTION
The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is currently seeking candidates for the position of Medical Record Technician 2 in Health Information Services at Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta, located in Decatur, GA.
Salary: $36,273.12
2 Open Positions
Job Grade E
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Compile, process, and maintain medical records of hospital and clinic clients in a manner consistent with medical, administrative, ethical, legal, and regulatory requirements of the health care system. Process, maintain, compile, and report client information for health requirements and standards.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & PERFORMANCE STANDARDS:
- Compiles and maintains clients' medical records to document condition and treatment and to provide data for research or cost control and care improvement efforts
- Enters data, such as demographic characteristics, history and extent of disease, diagnostic procedures and treatment into computer
- Identifies, compiles, abstracts and codes client data, using standard classification systems
- Plans, develops, maintains and operates a variety of health record indexes and storage and retrieval systems to collect, classify, store and analyze information
- Processes client admission and discharge documents
- Protects the security of medical records to ensure that confidentiality is maintained
- Releases information to persons and agencies according to regulations
- Reviews records for completeness, accuracy and compliance with regulations
- Transcribes medical reports
SAMPLE TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Knowledge of the coding system related psychiatric and medical diagnosis.
- Knowledge of medical, psychiatric, and anatomical terminology
- Knowledge of office practices, procedures, and equipment
- Ability to organize and prepare reports and summaries for oral and written presentation
- Ability to analyze and evaluate medical records to apply established standards, regulations and laws to specific problems.
Due to the volume of resumes/applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. However, please be assured that your resume/application will be evaluated and we will contact you if we need clarification or additional information.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diploma/GED and eligible for certification as a medical records technician by the American Health Information Management Association; or two (2) years of experience in a medical records unit, which involved the independent coding of diagnostic data; or one (1) year of experience required at the lower-level Medical Records Tech 1 (HCT040) or position equivalent.
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Behavioral Health Technician Job Market in Georgia
A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Proud Moments8
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta1
- Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities1
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services10
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs across Georgia.
- High school diploma or equivalent with some college-level psychology or human services coursework preferred
- Current CPR and First Aid certification required at time of hire
- Experience implementing behavioral support plans under clinical supervision
- Proficiency with electronic health record documentation systems
- Crisis intervention certification such as CPI, MANDT, or Safety-Care
- Valid driver's license and ability to pass a state background check
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How many behavioral health technician jobs are there in Georgia?
There are 10+ behavioral health technician openings in Georgia on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Austell, Stockbridge, and Athens. New positions post regularly as employers across Georgia hire.
How much do behavioral health technicians make in Georgia?
Behavioral health technicians in Georgia earn a median of about $46,250 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $37,530 for the lowest 10% to over $58,130 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which Georgia cities have the most behavioral health technician jobs?
Austell, Stockbridge, and Athens have the most behavioral health technician openings in Georgia right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Georgia?
Employers hiring behavioral health technicians in Georgia include Proud Moments, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia?
Yes. About 0% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Georgia metros.
How do I apply for behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia?
You can apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Georgia location, then apply to each one that fits.
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