Early Mobility Technician - ICU - Full Time - (M-F 7a-3p)

Job Summary

Core Job Responsibilities

• Works with PT/OT and Nursing to ensure appropriate maintenance care for patients including but not limited to: Passive range of motion with RN or PT/OT guidance or instruction, Assisting RN/PT/OT/PCT with activities of daily living, Observing patient response to activity and reporting changes to supervising clinicians, Encouraging patient's active participation in functional tasks to the best of the patient's ability, Promoting proper use of safe patient handling equipment, Ensuring appropriate turning and repositioning, getting patients out of bed for meals and off-loading pressure areas (adhering to Q2 or physician orders).
• Maintain Safe Patient Handling equipment and inventory to ensure all units have equally distributed equipment.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients to provide encouragement and instructions during mobility sessions.
• Participate in team huddles, in-services, and training sessions relevant to rehabilitation and patient safety.
• Ensure work areas and equipment are clean, organized, and in good working order.
• Adhere to all hospital policies, including infection control, patient privacy (HIPAA), and safety regulations.
• Aid physical therapists, occupational therapists, and nursing staff with patient mobilization, including ambulation, bed-to-chair transfers, and repositioning.
• Support early mobility protocols for post-surgical, medically complex, or deconditioned patients.

Education/Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Respectful, patient-focused approach with a commitment to safety and dignity.

PREFERRED

• Enrolled in a Health care studies or related program (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, PT Assistant etc).
• Knowledge of basic patient handling techniques and assistive devices.

Licensure/Certification Requirements

• BLS certification.