Psychiatric Emergency Team, PET Clinician - Psych

St. Francis Medical Center•Lynwood, CA

9d•$37 - $46

About The Position

The PET Clinician assesses patients in the emergency room and throughout the hospital when requested, and ensures placement based on age, identified problems, and needs. The clinician acts within the guidelines of LPS Statutes and Patients’ Rights, provides crisis intervention and appropriate referrals when needed, and works as part of a multidisciplinary team, communicating effectively with physicians, nurses, and staff.

Requirements

Hold a current, valid State-issued license as a Registered Nurse, LPT, PST, MFT, or LCSW.
Have a current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain it as current.
Have experience in an inpatient psychiatric unit; the posting states “Minimum two (3) years experience.”
Complete Assaultive Behavior Management training within 6 months of hire and maintain it annually.
Have DMH certification required for 5150 detention.

Nice To Haves

LPS certification is preferred; otherwise, it must be obtained before commencement of employment.

Responsibilities

Assess patients in the emergency room and elsewhere in the hospital when requested.
Ensure patient placement according to age, identified problems, and needs.
Act within the guidelines of LPS Statutes and Patients’ Rights.
Provide crisis intervention and appropriate referrals when needed.
Work within the multidisciplinary team and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and staff.