**Overview** St. Josephs Medical Center is a member of Dignity Health. The word dignity perfectly defines what our organization stands for showing respect for all people by providing excellent care. St. Josephs Medical Center was founded in 1899 under the direction of the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael is a not for profit fully accredited regional hospital with 395 beds a physician staff of over 400 and more than 2400 employees. Specializing in cardiovascular care comprehensive cancer services and women and childrens services including neonatal intensive care. St. Josephs is the largest hospital as well as the largest private employer in Stockton California. Nationally recognized as a quality lead St. Josephs is consistently chosen as the most preferred hospital by local consumers. **Responsibilities** Under the direction of the Charge Nurse (RN), the Licensed Psychiatric Technician (LPT) is responsible for the delivery of patient care, shows evidence of knowledge of nursing theory, principles and procedures and demonstrates skill, good judgment, excellent communication skills, and good decision making in applying these principles in the clinical setting. This position requires providing care to one or more age populations, including pediatric, adolescent/teen, adult and geriatric population in a manner that demonstrates an understanding of the functional/developmental age of the individual served. This position supports the care of the psychiatric/behavioral patients in the emergency department. In addition, this position supports operations, including assisting with stocking supplies, obtaining equipment, and assisting the emergency department team within the LPT scope of practice. This position requires the full understanding and active participation in fulfilling the mission of the organization. It is expected that the employee demonstrate behavior consistent with the Core Values. The employee shall support the Organization's strategic plan and the goals and direction of the Performance Improvement Plan (PIP). **Qualifications** **Required:** + Current Psych Tech Licensure in the State of California + Current BLS Card **Pay Range** $36.39 - $41.04 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.