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LPT Licensed Psychiatric Technician
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What they do
A Mental Health or Psychiatric Technician cares for patients with mental illnesses. Works under the direction of a physician and works with specialists involved in mental health care, such as psychiatrists and therapists. Monitors patient symptoms and administers medications. Works in a mental health facility or in a hospital or other healthcare facility.
$45,827 / year median in California
+22% projected growth
Job Description
At TURN our mission is Improving Lives. Our organization embraces the tenets of client-centered care, and our core values People, Culture and Growth are at the forefront of everything we do. We hire exceptional individuals seeking meaningful opportunities in a purpose-driven environment.
Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
Vitals, health and wellness screenings/assessments, wellness coaching and education.
Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services. Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol. Ensure doctors orders are carried out and coordinate medication orders and refills with pharmacies.
Shift coverage including part of the on-call team. Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
Maintain confidentiality of clients care.
Participate in scheduled program meetings. Attend Quarterly Medication Monitoring Committee.
Other relevant duties as assigned
Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred. Cultural competency understanding required. Bilingual preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.
JOB SUMMARY
Record vital signs, report adverse medication/treatment reactions, administer injections as prescribed. Assess symptomology and provide crisis intervention and medication education. RESPONSIBILITIESReasonable accommodation may be made for individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.Provide injections, medication support, diagnostic reviews, case consult, crisis intervention, and targeted case management services to assist clients with basic needs and symptom management.
Vitals, health and wellness screenings/assessments, wellness coaching and education.
Accurate and timely documentation as contractually required and meet minimum billable requirements for direct client services. Dispense and account for prescribed medication, assist psychiatrist in administering and evaluating prescribed medication and arrange lab work according to protocol. Ensure doctors orders are carried out and coordinate medication orders and refills with pharmacies.
Shift coverage including part of the on-call team. Provide field-based services as required by program and client need.
Maintain confidentiality of clients care.
Participate in scheduled program meetings. Attend Quarterly Medication Monitoring Committee.
Other relevant duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
Licensed Psychiatric Technician in California required. Valid CA Drivers License and current auto insurance per contract requirements required.Experience providing mental health and/or substance use disorder services preferred. Cultural competency understanding required. Bilingual preferred.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and EHR software preferred.