Inpatient Psychiatric Technician — On-Call

Kaiser Permanente; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Psychiatric Technician for an on-call position. The role involves rendering safe, ethical, and professional care under supervision, with responsibilities across nursing support, patient monitoring, and clinical assistance.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, procedures, patient education, medication administration, and documentation, while maintaining infection control and patient safety standards. On-call hours may vary.

Qualifications

• Psychiatric Technician License (California)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Explain examinations, tests and procedures and their purposes.
• Instruct patients on general health and self-care procedures.
• Review and clarify physician orders with patients.
• Administer patient first aid and medications as prescribed.
• Monitor vital signs and patient condition during procedures.
• Assist physicians and staff with procedures and treatments.
• Maintain infection control procedures and clean work areas.
• Assist with patient ambulation, hygiene, and daily activities.
• Conduct group exercise classes and patient education activities.
• Document patient data and consent forms.
• On-call duties; hours may vary.

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California is seeking a Psychiatric Technician for an on-call position. The role involves rendering safe, ethical, and professional care under supervision, with responsibilities across nursing support, patient monitoring, and clinical assistance.

Responsibilities include assisting with examinations, procedures, patient education, medication administration, and documentation, while maintaining infection control and patient safety standards. On-call hours may vary.