Crisis LPT / $34 Hour / 32 - 48 Hrs Per Week

Licensed Psychiatric Technician

Salary: $816 / Week Amergis Staffing specializes in connecting healthcare professionals like you, to work that matters. Our client in Merced, CA seeks a dedicated Licensed Psychiatric Technician for a Crisis Stabilization Unit. As an LPT in the CSU, you will be part of a multidisciplinary team focused on providing immediate care, stabilization, and support to patients in need. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and have a passion for behavioral health, we'd love to hear from you!

Position Details:

• Hourly Pay: $34 per hour
• Location: Merced, CA
• Assignment Length: Ongoing 13 weeks+
• Schedule: 12 hour shifts, NOC Shift (6:45p start time), alternating weekly, set schedule
• Week 1: Sun, Mon, Thurs, Fri - 48 hrs/week
• Week 2: Mon, Tue (8 hours), Fri - 32 hrs/week
• Tuesday shift is an 8 hours shift with a start time of 10:45pm.

Job Duties:

• Provide direct nursing care to individuals in psychiatric crisis.
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor for side effects.
• Assist with intake assessments and documentation.
• Monitor vital signs and behavioral changes.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support treatment plans.
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records.
• Ensure a safe and therapeutic environment for patients.
• Support de-escalation and crisis intervention techniques.

Requirements:

• Current California LPT license in good standing.
• CPR certification (BLS preferred).
• Experience in behavioral health or psychiatric settings preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

To be considered for this position, submit your resume over and we will reach out to schedule a phone interview.

Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs
• *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.