Psychiatric Technician (85366)

Centurion Health; Patton Village (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Centurion Health is seeking a Part-time Licensed Psychiatric Technician for Patton State Hospital in Patton, CA. The role supports behavioral health care, with night and weekend shifts and a pay rate of $40.00 per hour plus shift differentials.

The position requires a CA-licensed Psychiatric Technician, high school diploma or GED, CPR/First Aid knowledge, and the ability to pass a background check and drug screening. It’s a night and weekend schedule on-site at Patton, CA.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Licensed Psychiatric Technician (CA) required.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and First Aid; CPR required by AHA.
• Ability to pass drug test and background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic behavioral and psychiatric nursing care and rehabilitation support.
• Observe and intervene to prevent injuries, property damage, or escapes.
• Escort individuals within the facility and conduct searches.
• Inspect mail for contraband and check facility safety controls.

Skills

CPR Certification

Medical Terminology

First Aid

Background Check Ready

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: CA, Patton - Patton State Hospital - Patton, CA, Position Type: Part-Time, Education Level: Associate's Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, 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 Part-time Licensed Psychiatric Technician to join our team at Patton State Hospital located in San Bernardino, California.

Part time - Friday - Sunday

PM shift 2:45pm - 11:15 pm

Night Shift 11 PM - 7:00 AM

$40.00 per hour + shift differentials

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.

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Qualifications:

• 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 - CPR Required through American Heart Association
• Ability to pass a drug test and background investigation required