Licensed Psychiatric Technician (81684)

Centurion Health; Atascadero (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision

Shift differentials

Training provided

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a full-time Licensed Psychiatric Technician to join Atascadero State Hospital in Atascadero, CA. The role supports behavioral and psychiatric nursing care and helps with rehabilitation for forensic clients, with a night shift option.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid CA Psychiatric Technician license (BVNPT), knowledge of medical terminology and First Aid, and the ability to pass a drug test and background check.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• California Licensed Psychiatric Technician (BVNPT) required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and First Aid.
• Ability to pass a drug test and background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide a basic level of behavioral and psychiatric nursing care.
• Observe and intervene to prevent injury, property damage, or escape attempts.
• Escort individuals into the facility and perform searches.
• Inspect mail for contraband and ensure facilities are safe.

Skills

LPT license

Education

Associate's Degree

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: CA, Atascadero - Atascadero State Hospital - Atascadero, CA 93423

Position Type: Full-Time

Education Level: Associate's Degree

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Night

Job Category: Behavioral Health Professional & Support

MHM Services of California, a Centurion company, is proud to provide healthcare staffing solutions to the California Department of State Hospitals.

We are currently seeking a full-time Licensed Psychiatric Technician to join our team at Atascadero State Hospital located in Atascadero, California.

Wednesday - Sunday PM shift 2:45pm - 11:15 pm or Night Shift 11 PM - 7:00 AM

Training 4-6 weeks (M-F 8am-4:30pm)

• $40.00 per hour
• shift differentials
• Medical, dental and vision

The Licensed Psychiatric Technician (CA Staffing) works under general supervision to provide a basic level of behavioral and psychiatric nursing care as well as facilitate the rehabilitation of forensic clients, patients, or inmates. The LPT is responsible for observing and intervening on any behavior that may injure people, damage property, or signal impending escape attempts. This professional escorts individuals into the facility and performs searches, inspecting mail for any contraband and the facilities for any potential safety breaches.

INDMHM

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Possession of a valid license to practice as a Psychiatric Technician issued by the BVNPTE required
• Knowledge of medical terminology and First Aid methods
• Ability to pass a drug test and background investigation required