Location: San Luis Obispo, CA

Start Date: 01-12-2026

End Date: 07-26-2026

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (day)

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $26 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 in a mental health setting
• Assist clinicians with intake, vitals, and routine clinical tasks to keep patient flow moving
• Administer medications and treatments under supervision, following facility protocols
• Document accurately in electronic medical records and maintain clear communication with the care team
• Support telepresenter duties when needed — facilitate virtual encounters and technology setups
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary staff to promote patient safety and therapeutic goals
• Observe and report changes in patient condition promptly to nursing or provider staff

Qualifications

• Current Medical Assistant certification OR Certified Nursing Assistant credential required — MAs will be prioritized
• Valid BLS/CPR certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Experience or strong interest in mental health care; prior correctional or behavioral health experience a plus
• Comfortable with telepresenter duties and basic computer/EMR navigation — computer skills required
• Ability to pass facility background checks and meet vaccination/tb-screening requirements per facility policy
• Professional communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with clinical teams

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Medical Assistant program or CNA training program; current MA or CNA credential required

Knowledge & Skills

• Mental health support fundamentals and de-escalation awareness
• Clinical skills: taking vitals, basic wound care, medication administration support
• Electronic medical record documentation and basic computer proficiency
• Strong interpersonal skills for patient-centered care and team collaboration
• Familiarity with telehealth/telepresenter technology and troubleshooting basics
• Situational awareness and adherence to facility safety protocols

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with a guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Work a consistent day shift schedule so evenings and weekends are predictable
• Supportive team environment where your mental health experience is valued
• Opportunity to prioritize MAs for this opening — your skills get noticed
• Paid time off policies and program-specific leaves per UHC guidelines
• Access to continuing education resources and licensure assistance
• Professional development and potential for extended assignment or internal opportunities
• Comprehensive onboarding and clinical support while you acclimate to the facility

Travel Perks: Explore San Luis Obispo, CA

This registry assignment places you in beautiful San Luis Obispo County. On your days off explore Mission Plaza and downtown SLO’s cafés and shops, hike Bishop Peak or the nearby Irish Hills for panoramic views, visit the beaches at Pismo and Morro Bay, or take a quick weekend trip to Paso Robles wine country. Scenic Highway 1 and Big Sur are a rewarding drive for a nature-filled weekend escape.

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