CAPT Urges Caution and Advice: New Protocol for Refusal Form 7225

Recent events have revealed a concerning practice that endangers our professional integrity and puts our livelihoods at risk. Psychiatric Technicians have been tasked with completing CDCR 7225 (Refusal Form) for patients who refuse medical appointments, exposing us to potential disciplinary action and jeopardizing our licenses.

CAPT has relentlessly advocated for safe working conditions and preserving our profession’s integrity. However, despite our efforts, PTs have faced unjust accusations of falsifying documentation when patients dispute their refusal of appointments. This unsound situation emphasizes the urgency of protecting ourselves from undue liability.

At a March 29 meeting, CDCR/CCHCS acknowledged CAPT’s concerns. The department is developing a revised form that should address our issues. Until this updated form is available, CAPT advises PTs to exercise caution, using the following protocol: Download flier. 

CAPT is currently accepting applications for its 2024 Anthony Myers Memorial Scholarship Program

CAPT is now accepting applications for the 20th round of scholarships it will award to students enrolled in Psychiatric Technician education programs.

For applications to be considered, they must be postmarked no later than Saturday, July 27, 2024. The scholarship winners will be announced at CAPT’s 2024 Annual Meeting in late September.

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Protect Your Job and License – Decline signing off on Refusal Form 7225! 

Recent events regarding the completion of CDCR 7225 (Refusal Form) for patients who refuse medical appointments have highlighted a dangerous precedent that puts us at risk of disciplinary action and jeopardizes our professional licenses.

CAPT has a duty to advocate for safe working conditions and protect the integrity of our profession. Last year, the Northern Corrections Chapter President Kim Souza and CAPT Consultant Ann Lyles had numerous discussions with California Correctional Healthcare Services about Psych Techs at California State Prison-SAC, Mule Creek State Prison, and Salinas Valley State Prison being assigned to complete CDCR 7225 (Refusal Form) for patients who refuse lab/clinic/outside medical appointments. Despite our workload objections and warnings to CCHCS about the inherent risks involved in having PTs complete CDCR 7225 without being able to verify said appointments or services, CCHCS assured CAPT that performing this duty, as instructed, would not expose our members to discipline. Unfortunately, the department misled CAPT, and our fears have become a reality. Download flier. 

CAPT’s Board of Directors is pleased to announce the lifting of its official sanction against the California Institute for Women (CIW), Chino, and again encourages job applicants at the facility.

The red tag status, issued at the CAPT Board’s December 2022 meeting, served as a warning to potential employees about serious contract violations and poor labor practices at CIW. This marked the ninth red tag issued by CAPT on a facility, underscoring the gravity of the concerns raised.

The sanction on CIW was initially imposed due to management’s disregard of two grievances brought forward by CAPT regarding contract violations concerning the delayed Post and Bid and Vacation Scheduling processes. Management’s unilateral action to postpone these essential procedures was viewed as an attempt to avoid addressing necessary shift changes and to pressure CAPT into accepting proposed MAR PIP positions. The red tag sanction persisted in response to ongoing egregious labor practices. Download flier.

In our line of work, professionalism is not just a virtue, it's a cornerstone of our commitment to providing quality care and maintaining the integrity of our profession. Recent discussions have underscored the importance of adhering to the highest standards of conduct, particularly considering potential workplace oversight. Download flier.