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 institution
• Clinical competencies must be current
• Valid photo ID (Drivers License or Passport)
• Active California Licensed Psychiatric Technician license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Contract extension bonus
• 40 hours of paid sick leave
• Weekly direct deposit payroll
• Pre-employment screenings (physical, drug test, mask fit test, and background check) covered
• Strong potential for permanent placement with state benefits

Job Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing care for clients
• Collaborate with the service coordinator in developing client care plans
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders
• Promptly notify physicians of incidents, changes in patient condition, or treatment needs
• Maintain clear and direct communication with staff and support them in daily responsibilities
• Act as a liaison among the physician, client, and interdisciplinary team
• Complete incident, medication error, and drug reaction reports in a timely manner