UPMC Hamot is hiring a Mobility Technician to join 6 South!

This position is full-time, day shift hours. Weekend coverage required. No holidays

Title and Salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Purpose: The Mobility Tech would provide routine mobilization of patients within their assigned departments in accordance with established policies and procedures under the direction of the interdisciplinary team (Nurse, Physical/Occupational Therapy, and Physician) to execute the mobilization needs within their patient populations. Mobility techs will routinely perform mobilization responsibilities including: Mobilizing patients to walk the hall, assisting patients to a chair for meals, utilizing lifts to assist bed bound patients to a chair, understand/acquire vital signs as needed, telemetry application, and assisting with basic patient needs (filling water pitchers, assisting to the restroom, setting up meal trays).

Responsibilities:

Suggests and supports changes within the unit. Takes ownership of assignments and views challenges as opportunities. Demonstrates awareness of personal impact on unit efficiency. Supports department projects and quality initiatives. Reports equipment malfunctions to appropriate departments. Builds productive relationships through accountability, enthusiasm, and commitment. Assists with patient ambulation tailored to individual needs. Collaborates with Rehabilitation Services and Nursing Staff for patient mobility. Seeks help in planning and prioritizing tasks when needed. Participates in self-review as requested by supervisor. Communicates clearly and effectively with healthcare team. Understands and respects cultural diversity and professional boundaries. Promotes safety for patients and self in the workplace. Maintains effective communication with other departments. Builds respectful relationships with staff, patients, and families. Accepts feedback constructively and seeks improvement. Identifies learning needs and communicates them to supervisor. Takes initiative to enhance knowledge, skills, and performance. Notifies RN of changes in patient condition. Supports unit activities like answering call lights, phones, passing trays, and transporting patients. Documents activities in medical records per procedures. Follows safety protocols and standard precautions. Completes assigned tasks efficiently and on time. Adheres strictly to all patient care and hospital policies.