Per Diem Licensed Psychiatric Technician - Float Team

University of California - Los Angeles Health; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 47,017 - 66,964; Full time

Job summary

University of California - Los Angeles Health is seeking a Licensed Psychiatric Technician to provide high-quality care to patients. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, implementing care plans and supporting multidisciplinary teams.

The position offers a chance to make a significant difference in patients' lives, and involves floating between various units based on patient needs and your skills. Competitive hourly pay of $41.37 and opportunities for career advancement are available.

Qualifications

• 6 months of clinical experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting is required.
• Must have California Psychiatric Technician Licensure.
• BLS from the American Heart Association is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care to patients with behavioral support.
• Implement and evaluate care plans in collaboration with nursing staff.
• Float to various units based on patient census.

Skills

Clinical experience in inpatient psychiatric setting

California Psychiatric Technician Licensure

BLS Certification

Therapeutic communication

Knowledge of drug administration

Knowledge of management of assaultive behavior

Job description

Description

There's nothing more exciting and rewarding than being able to make a significant, positive difference in someone's life. At UCLA Health, you'll experience this joy every day while also enjoying the positive, supportive, and collaborative environment that makes ours one of the most loved workplaces. Join us and find out for yourself.

As a Licensed Psychiatric Technician, you will work under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide high-quality care to patients with behavioral support and assess the need for additional resources. Your role includes implementing and evaluating care plans, performing assigned tasks, and collaborating with the nursing and multidisciplinary teams to support patient well‑being.

This position floats to various units within the UCLA Health system based on the patient census and the skills of the Psychiatric Technician.

*May convert to a career opportunity*

Salary range: $41.37-$41.37 Hourly

Qualifications

We're seeking a highly‑skilled, self‑motivated professional with:

• At least 6 months of clinical experience in an inpatient psychiatric setting or equivalent required
• California Psychiatric Technician Licensure required
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross required
• Demonstrated ability to provide individual and group activities to psychiatric patients on an acute psychiatric inpatient
• Knowledge of psychological functioning and deviations from normal
• Knowledge of growth and development throughout the life span
• Knowledge of techniques of therapeutic communication
• Knowledge of Drug administration
• Knowledge of management of assaultive behavior
• Knowledge of Evacuation, fire and disaster procedures
• Knowledge of HIPAA