LPT- Psych Inpatient

Ocean View Psychiatric Hospital; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility in Long Beach, CA, seeks Licensed Psychiatric Technicians for 3-day, 12-hour rotating shifts (7:00–7:30). Responsibilities include medication administration, patient monitoring, admissions/discharges, and meticulous documentation within RN oversight in an acute inpatient setting.

Ideal candidates have a CA LPT license, 2+ years in behavioral health, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited school of Vocational Nursing or Psychiatric Technology program required.
• Current, valid, and unrestricted LPT license issued by the State of California.
• 2 years of experience in behavioral health, healthcare, or related human services setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and maintain medication room/cart per clinical best practices and regulations.
• Monitor patients for adverse drug reactions; report observations to physicians, pharmacists, and charge nurses.
• Perform nursing activities as assigned within scope of practice and under RN supervision.
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges.
• Complete and maintain thorough documentation in the medical record within established timeframes.
• Participate actively in treatment team meetings.
• Knowledge of medication side effects, normal dosages, and contraindications for all administered medications.
• Perform clinical procedures as directed by physicians.

Skills

Medication administration

Bilingual English/Spanish

EHR proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Vocational Nursing or Psychiatric Technology program

Job description

Licensed Psychiatric Technician-Full Time

About View Behavioral Health

We are proud to serve as a trusted resource for our community, providing high-quality mental health care with compassion and integrity. Our Long Beach facility currently operates as a 79-bed adult voluntary acute inpatient program, offering private rooms and individualized treatment delivered by a multidisciplinary team. We are dedicated to best practices and person-centered care, supporting each patient's journey toward stability and recovery. To promote continuity of care beyond inpatient treatment, we also offer Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient (IOP) programs tailored to meet each individual's clinical needs. We are also actively expanding our services across Southern California, with our new San Bernardino campus expected to open later this year.

Department: Psychiatric Adult Inpatient
Position Type: Full-Time

Schedule & Hours:

• This position operates on a rotating 3-day, 12-hour shift schedule that includes a combination of weekdays and weekends. Reliability and flexibility for weekend rotations are required
• Shifts available are 7:00 AM – 7:30 PM and 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM

Position Summary

Licensed Psychiatric Technicians (LPTs) at Ocean View Psychiatric Health Facility play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to adult patients in an acute inpatient psychiatric setting. Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing and direct oversight of the Charge RN, LPTs provide essential nursing services in accordance with clinical protocols, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

LPTs may function as medication nurses or floor nurses, with responsibilities including medication administration, monitoring adverse reactions, assisting with admissions and discharges, and maintaining timely and accurate documentation. This role also involves active participation in treatment team meetings and the development of individualized care plans. A strong commitment to patient safety, professional communication, and collaborative teamwork is essential to success in this position.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications accurately and maintain medication room/cart per clinical best practices and regulations
• Monitor patients for adverse drug reactions; report observations to physicians, pharmacists, and charge nurses
• Perform nursing activities as assigned within scope of practice and under RN supervision
• Assist with patient admissions and discharges
• Complete and maintain thorough documentation in the medical record within established timeframes
• Participate actively in treatment team meetings
• Knowledge of medication side effects, normal dosages, and contraindications for all administered medications
• Perform clinical procedures as directed by physicians

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduatefrom an accredited school of Vocational Nursing or Psychiatric Technology program required
• Current, valid, and unrestrictedLPT license issued by the State of California
• 2 years of experience in a behavioral health, healthcare, or related human services setting preferred.
• Ability to pass a facility-administered medication test during orientation and prior to independently administering medications
• Demonstrated competency in behavioral health nursing and patient care techniques
• Ability to provide safe, effective care to adult psychiatric patients in an inpatient setting
• Understanding of psychiatric regulations, HIPAA, patient rights, and applicable accreditation standards (e.g., The Joint Commission, Title 22)
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills across disciplines and departments Demonstrated sound professional judgment; clinical judgment where applicable to licensure/role.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and standard keyboard functions for data entry and electronic documentation
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Experience using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems for documentation and coordination of care
• Familiarity with trauma-informed care principles and culturally responsive practices
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, or other languages commonly spoken by the patient population preferred.
• $2.00/hour shift differential for eligible NOC (overnight) shifts
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance for qualifying employees
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth, training, and advancement within the organization

Physical & Mental Requirements

• Independent body mobility to frequently stand, walk long distance corridors, descend and the ability to bend, stoop and sit for a prolonged time.
• May require significant strength and alertness in a crisis to apply non-violent crisis intervention to containment techniques, or to provide CPR.
• Ability to safely assist with the physical management, lifting, or repositioning of adult patients, including those who may be physically resistive or assaultive, potentially weighing 100 pounds or more, in accordance with facility safety protocols and training.
• Demonstrated ability to remain calm, composed, and effective in high-stress or crisis situations.

Depending on assignment of position may be required to work in a locked unit with juveniles, formerly incarcerated, and individuals assigned to guardianship who have complex social, and psycho-social needs; may be assigned to evening or night shift, assigned to work weekends, and to work holidays as needed as Ocean View is a 24-hour, 7 day a week facility and coverage is essential; environment can be noisy and sporadically chaotic, and may be exposed to hostile patients and profanity.

Special Conditions

• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of Live Scan fingerprinting, background check clearance, and verification of required licenses, certifications, and education
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States; Ocean View does not provide visa sponsorship for certain roles unless otherwise specified
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or variable shifts as needed, based on operational or patient care needs.
• Compliance with additional credentialing and regulatory requirements implemented by the facility, including obtaining an individual NPI and completing LPS training and certification, is a condition of continued employment in the RN role. These requirements are considered standard role expectations and do not result in changes to title or compensation.