Mobility Technician, Med Surg/ Tele - Trinity Health System

In accordance with our mission and core values, the rehabilitation services mobility aide will assist with patient mobility including transfers to chair, ambulation to the bathroom and ambulation in the hallway. The mobility technician will provide direct patient care under the supervision of the therapists and RN’s.

1. Prepares room, equipment, supplies and patient for transfer and ambulation.

2. Follows special instructions as provided by therapist or nursing.

3. Assist with or performs transfer, mobility activity and ambulation as directed by therapist or nursing.

4. Monitors patient response to activity and reports to nursing or therapist.

5. Determines need for and properly implements safety measures for the patient during and following activity.

6. Records patient mobility and activity in patient flow sheet accurately and in timely manner.

7. Completes tracking flow sheets as instructed and give them to supervisor in a timely manner

8. Adjusts level of assistance to the patient’s ability/level of independence, encourages independence.

9. Utilizes proper body mechanics necessary to insure personal safety and patient safety during patient/material handling

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent

Required Licensure and Certifications

• BLS

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

• Six months of patient care experience; must possess demonstrated communication skills, excellent customer service skills and the ability to deal effectively with multi-disciplinary team members, patients, patient’s family members and physicians.

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