Job Description:ResponsibilitiesSierra Vista Hospital is seeking Part-time Licensed Psychiatric Technician's for the Nursing Department. If you're passionate about working in the behavioral health setting and have the desire to lead a team of healthcare professionals dedicated to serving our patients, we want to hear from you!Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected healthcare management companies, operating through its subsidiaries acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities and ambulatory centers nationwide. Founded in 1978, UHS subsidiaries now have more than 65,000 employees. The UHS business strategy is to build or purchase health care properties in rapidly growing markets and create a strong franchise based on exceptional service and effective cost control. Our success comes from a responsive management style and a service philosophy based on integrity, competence and compassion.The Sierra Vista Hospital location, a 171-bed psychiatric care facility located in south Sacramento, is a full-service mental health facility and a center of support for patients and their families. Since 1986, we have offered our clinical expertise to those suffering from emotional, behavioral and addiction problems.POSITION SUMMARYThe LPT performs under the direction of a Registered Nurse in providing nursing care to assigned patients, utilizing basic understanding of psychiatric and personality disorders.Shift Availabilities:AM shift - 07:00am - 3:30pmPM shift - 3:00pm - 11:30pmNOC shift - 11:00pm- 7:30am
QualificationsEducation: High School Diploma/Equivalent. Trraining as a Psychiatric Technician.Experience: Minimum six (6) months as a LPT preferred. Willing to train New Grad.Licensure:Valid license to practice as a Psychiatric TechnicianAdditional Requirements: Must pass a medication administration exam before administering medications. CPR certification, and successful completion of the hospital’s designated behavioral and physical management training program, including de-escalation and appropriate use of seclusion and restraint required prior to assisting in the procedures. May be required to work overtime and flexible hours.Sierra Vista Offers :