Job Title : Licensed Psychiatric Technician
Location : Correctional Facility in Soledad, California
Pay Rate : $52.75 to $54.75 per hour
Schedule : 6 to 9 months, full-time contract with potential for extension
Available Shifts :
- Wednesday to Sunday, 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM
- Wednesday to Sunday, 2 : 00 PM to 10 : 30 PM
- Thursday to Monday, 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM
- Thursday to Monday, 2 : 00 PM to 10 : 30 PM
- Friday to Tuesday, 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM
- Friday to Tuesday, 2 : 00 PM to 10 : 30 PM
- Saturday to Wednesday, 6 : 00 AM to 2 : 30 PM
- Saturday to Wednesday, 2 : 00 PM to 10 : 30 PM
Requirements :
Minimum of twelve continuous months of Licensed Psychiatric Technician experience within the last three years providing direct patient care in a public or private institutionClinical competencies must be currentValid photo ID (Drivers License or Passport)Active California Licensed Psychiatric Technician licenseCurrent Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart AssociationBenefits :
Comprehensive health insuranceContract extension bonus40 hours of paid sick leaveWeekly direct deposit payrollPre-employment screenings (physical, drug test, mask fit test, and background check) coveredStrong potential for permanent placement with state benefitsJob Responsibilities :
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for clientsCollaborate with the service coordinator in developing client care plansAdminister medications and treatments according to physician ordersPromptly notify physicians of incidents, changes in patient condition, or treatment needsMaintain clear and direct communication with staff and support them in daily responsibilitiesAct as a liaison among the physician, client, and interdisciplinary teamComplete incident, medication error, and drug reaction reports in a timely manner