Psychiatric Technician (82887)

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 full-time Licensed Psychiatric Technician to join our team at Patton State Hospital located in San Bernardino, California. 

*LVNs are not eligible*

Friday - Sunday PM shift 2:45pm - 11:15 pm or  nights 11pm - 7am 

$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

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 
•    Ability to pass a drug test and background investigation required