Mobility Technician
- Req #: 2401313
- Facility Name: Catholic Medical Center
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Facility Address:
100 McGregor StreetManchester,NH
- Job Shift: Evening
- Posted Date: 11/2/2024
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Mobility Technician, at the direction of the Rehabilitation Manager and in collaboration with nursing leadership, and under the guidance of the rehab therapist and registered nurse, will assist in or provide assistance for mobilization and personal care of patients. The incumbent will prepare patients and procure equipment to be used to during patient mobilization or treatments to maximize the patients' functional mobility to achieve desired goals. The mobility technician will also assist with related multifaceted job duties for the assigned department that support patient care and mobility.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the in-direct supervision of the site manager and direct supervision of the Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist or Registered nurse and within established departmental policies, procedures and guidelines, the incumbent performs the following functions:
1. Prepare the environment and positions patients for mobility
2. Procures equipment and if not readily available seeks resources to obtain needed equipment
3. Assists patients with ambulation and completion of established exercises plans
4. Assists patients with activities of daily living
5. Assembles supplies, sets up, adjusts and delivers equipment
6. Assists with the transfers and mechanical lifting of debilitated patients
7. Reports all observations, symptoms, deviations from normal, and changes in patient's condition to the Rehabilitation Therapist, Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse.
8. Performs patient rounds, responds to patient call bells promptly and communicates with appropriate staff to meet patient needs.
9. Anticipates patient needs and asks patient about the need for toileting, fluid, nutrition, and comfort measures. Maintains patient privacy and dignity.
10. Collaboratively works with multidisciplinary team, maintains good communication; establishes and maintains positive working relationships with patients and families, co-workers, and the public
11. Ensures safe patient movement by utilizing appropriate lifting equipment/transfer devices.
12. Incorporates safety principles, policies and procedures into daily practice.
13. Follows all infection control/Standard Precautions policies.
14. Ability to demonstrate courtesy, compassion and respect in relating to patients, families, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
15. Participates in orientation of new staff. Performs as preceptor when requested.
16. Participates in activities to promote improved patient care. Makes suggestions to improve the quality of patient care and services and the functioning of the department. Verbalizes the impact of process improvement projects in relation to role.
17. Demonstrates awareness of and practices cost-effective use of resources.
18. Ensures confidentiality of all patient, employee, legal, budget, and Catholic Medical Center matters.
19. Stocks supply carts and ensures equipment is cleaned after use.
20. Exercises care in the operation and use of equipment and reference materials. Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure continued functioning of equipment. Reports problems with equipment and supplies to RN and follows Environment of Care Defective Equipment policy. Maintains work areas in a clean, safe and organized manner.
21. Assists with maintain cleanliness of equipment by cleaning equipment according to manufacturer, hospital, and departmental policies. Performs a daily equipment sweep of the unit.
22. Provides excellent customer service and serves as a positive representative of CMC in all interactions.
23. Ensures confidentiality of employee, legal, client/patient, budget and all company matters
24. Carries out appropriate duties in all hospital codes, other emergency situations, and fire/disaster drills.
25. Demonstrates accountability for maintaining current credentials and competency in required skills. Demonstrates self-direction in pursuing opportunities for role-related growth and development. Utilizes the self-evaluation process for career development. Ability to accept constructive feedback and initiate appropriate actions to correct situations.
26. Communicates effectively with primary therapist and all healthcare team members.
27. Care reflects knowledge of, and support of, the mission statement of Catholic Medical Center and of the unit.
28. Performs similar or related duties as assigned or requested.
29. Participates in restocking department inventory and supplies. Checks expiration date of supplies and immediately removes outdated material and report's findings to RN.
30. Performs designated direct care and environmental duties based upon unit needs.
31. Ability to perform all activities outlined in the department specific orientation guidelines.
32. Willingness to identify and take action toward meeting own learning needs.
33. Attends staff meetings and mandatory training sessions.
34. Seeks and accepts other duties as work is completed.
35. Performs similar or related duties as required or directed.
36. Conforms to attendance requirements.
Education:
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
Experience:
• Proven experience working with the public is desired
• Previous experience working in the medical setting is preferred
• Familiarity with computers is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills is required
Licensure/Certification:
• BLS certified. If not BLS certified, must obtain American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification prior to completion of orientation, not to exceed 21 days from date of hire with Catholic Medical Center. Must maintain BLS throughout employment.
The Mobility Technician, at the direction of the Rehabilitation Manager and in collaboration with nursing leadership, and under the guidance of the rehab therapist and registered nurse, will assist in or provide assistance for mobilization and personal care of patients. The incumbent will prepare patients and procure equipment to be used to during patient mobilization or treatments to maximize the patients' functional mobility to achieve desired goals. The mobility technician will also assist with related multifaceted job duties for the assigned department that support patient care and mobility.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under the in-direct supervision of the site manager and direct supervision of the Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, Speech-Language Pathologist or Registered nurse and within established departmental policies, procedures and guidelines, the incumbent performs the following functions:
1. Prepare the environment and positions patients for mobility
2. Procures equipment and if not readily available seeks resources to obtain needed equipment
3. Assists patients with ambulation and completion of established exercises plans
4. Assists patients with activities of daily living
5. Assembles supplies, sets up, adjusts and delivers equipment
6. Assists with the transfers and mechanical lifting of debilitated patients
7. Reports all observations, symptoms, deviations from normal, and changes in patient's condition to the Rehabilitation Therapist, Registered Nurse and/or Licensed Practical Nurse.
8. Performs patient rounds, responds to patient call bells promptly and communicates with appropriate staff to meet patient needs.
9. Anticipates patient needs and asks patient about the need for toileting, fluid, nutrition, and comfort measures. Maintains patient privacy and dignity.
10. Collaboratively works with multidisciplinary team, maintains good communication; establishes and maintains positive working relationships with patients and families, co-workers, and the public
11. Ensures safe patient movement by utilizing appropriate lifting equipment/transfer devices.
12. Incorporates safety principles, policies and procedures into daily practice.
13. Follows all infection control/Standard Precautions policies.
14. Ability to demonstrate courtesy, compassion and respect in relating to patients, families, visitors, physicians and coworkers.
15. Participates in orientation of new staff. Performs as preceptor when requested.
16. Participates in activities to promote improved patient care. Makes suggestions to improve the quality of patient care and services and the functioning of the department. Verbalizes the impact of process improvement projects in relation to role.
17. Demonstrates awareness of and practices cost-effective use of resources.
18. Ensures confidentiality of all patient, employee, legal, budget, and Catholic Medical Center matters.
19. Stocks supply carts and ensures equipment is cleaned after use.
20. Exercises care in the operation and use of equipment and reference materials. Performs routine cleaning and preventative maintenance to ensure continued functioning of equipment. Reports problems with equipment and supplies to RN and follows Environment of Care Defective Equipment policy. Maintains work areas in a clean, safe and organized manner.
21. Assists with maintain cleanliness of equipment by cleaning equipment according to manufacturer, hospital, and departmental policies. Performs a daily equipment sweep of the unit.
22. Provides excellent customer service and serves as a positive representative of CMC in all interactions.
23. Ensures confidentiality of employee, legal, client/patient, budget and all company matters
24. Carries out appropriate duties in all hospital codes, other emergency situations, and fire/disaster drills.
25. Demonstrates accountability for maintaining current credentials and competency in required skills. Demonstrates self-direction in pursuing opportunities for role-related growth and development. Utilizes the self-evaluation process for career development. Ability to accept constructive feedback and initiate appropriate actions to correct situations.
26. Communicates effectively with primary therapist and all healthcare team members.
27. Care reflects knowledge of, and support of, the mission statement of Catholic Medical Center and of the unit.
28. Performs similar or related duties as assigned or requested.
29. Participates in restocking department inventory and supplies. Checks expiration date of supplies and immediately removes outdated material and report's findings to RN.
30. Performs designated direct care and environmental duties based upon unit needs.
31. Ability to perform all activities outlined in the department specific orientation guidelines.
32. Willingness to identify and take action toward meeting own learning needs.
33. Attends staff meetings and mandatory training sessions.
34. Seeks and accepts other duties as work is completed.
35. Performs similar or related duties as required or directed.
36. Conforms to attendance requirements.
Education:
• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
Experience:
• Proven experience working with the public is desired
• Previous experience working in the medical setting is preferred
• Familiarity with computers is required
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills is required
Licensure/Certification:
• BLS certified. If not BLS certified, must obtain American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification prior to completion of orientation, not to exceed 21 days from date of hire with Catholic Medical Center. Must maintain BLS throughout employment.
