Licensed Psychiatric Technician
Centurion Health · centurionhealth.io
Atascadero, PattonOn-siteEntry level
The job in short
Licensed psychiatric technician providing behavioral nursing care and security observation in a forensic state hospital.
Nursing
Details
- Found
- 21 d ago · posted 2026-07-31
- Location as listed
- Atascadero, CA, USA
- Role
- Nursing Assistant (CNA)
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: CA, Atascadero - Atascadero State Hospital - Atascadero, CA, Position Type: Full-Time, Education Level: Associate's Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Night, Job Category: Behavioral Health Professional & Support, 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 Atascadero State Hospital located in Atascadero, California.
Wednesday - Sunday PM shift 2:45pm - 11:15 pm or Night Shift 11 PM - 7:00 AM
Training 4-6 weeks (M-F 8am-4:30pm)
$40.00 per hour + shift differentials and Medical, dental and vision
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.
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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
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