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Licensed Psychiatric Technician
Location: San Diego, CA
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM (day)
Candidate Pay Rate: $51 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, direct patient care to individuals with psychiatric needs in a correctional setting
- Monitor patient behavior, document observations, and communicate changes in condition to clinical supervisors
- Assist with implementation of treatment plans and therapeutic activities under clinical direction
- Use de-escalation and crisis-intervention techniques to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff
- Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation and follow facility protocols and security procedures
- Participate in team huddles, training, and collaborative care planning to improve patient outcomes
Qualifications
- Valid Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) credential — California license preferred or eligible
- Current BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain during onboarding)
- Comfort working in a correctional healthcare environment and following facility security guidelines
- Ability to work the assigned schedule (Thurs–Mon evenings) and complete a two-week training period
- Clean background check and ability to meet facility-specific clearance requirements
Education
- Completion of an accredited Psychiatric Technician program and LPT licensure
- High school diploma or GED required
Knowledge & Skills
- Strong therapeutic communication and patient observation skills
- Crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques
- Accurate clinical documentation and charting proficiency
- Teamwork and collaboration with multi-disciplinary clinical staff
- Familiarity with mental health conditions, psychotropic medication effects, and behavioral interventions
Benefits
- Generous travel assignment support including housing assistance options and travel reimbursement
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you healthy and ready for work
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement so you can stay up to date
- Paid time off to rest and recharge between assignments
- Two-week paid training/orientation to set you up for success
- A supportive team environment with seasoned clinicians and onsite mentorship
- Professional development opportunities and access to continuing education
Travel Perks: Explore San Diego, CA
Explore beautiful San Diego during your time off: relax at Pacific Beach or Coronado, hike scenic trails at Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve, wander Balboa Park and visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo, explore the vibrant Gaslamp Quarter and Little Italy for dining and nightlife, take a day trip to La Jolla Cove for tidepooling and sea lion watching, or enjoy local craft breweries and waterfront sunsets. The Otay Mesa area also gives convenient access to cross-border day trips to Tijuana for authentic cuisine and cultural experiences.
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Licensed Psychiatric Technician? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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