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Psychiatric Technician

Kaiser

Cupertino, CA
16 days ago

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Job Description

As a Licensed Psychiatric Technician at Kaiser, you will provide essential nursing care and collaborate with a Registered Nurse in an acute mental health setting. Your role includes administering treatments, maintaining therapeutic relationships with patients, and documenting care, all while fostering a supportive environment for recovery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain therapeutic relationships with patients
  • Administer medication and treatments to patients
  • Perform vital signs and follow escalation pathways
  • Attend and facilitate classes/workshops as needed
  • Complete appropriate documentation and conduct chart reviews
  • Implement patient treatment plans in coordination with the treatment team
  • Keep clinicians informed of patient behavior and changes
  • Act as a role model and maintain a positive attitude
  • Ensure supplies and medications for patient care are available
  • Promote and assist patients in developing self-help skills

Required Qualifications

  • Minimum six (6) months experience in an acute mental health treatment setting
  • Graduate of an accredited Psychiatric Technician Program
  • Current Psychiatric Technician License (California)
  • Basic Life Support certification
  • Knowledge of the laws and regulations governing mental health services in California
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions and correspondence
  • Ability to write simple correspondence
  • Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small group situations
  • Demonstrated understanding of psychiatric illness and its treatment
  • Competency in data collection and documentation