Mobility Specialist II - Acute Care

About the role

The Mobility Specialist II coordinates safe patient care, with a focus on mobility, in collaboration with other members of the health team. Working under general supervision, this role supports patients with mobility-related tasks and monitors physiological status to provide excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with mobility activities including, but not limited to, getting in and out of bed, transfers, and ambulation in order to support the care plan and mobility.
• Monitors and documents physiologic changes in patients in order to report to the nurse and adjust activity appropriately.
• Assists with orienting new mobility specialists on mobility services in order to educate them on proper body mechanics, safe mobilization techniques, fall risk, equipment maintenance, and patient service.
• Supports the development of an effective mobility program in collaboration with members of the nursing and rehabilitation departments.
• Communicates logistical problems with equipment and repairs in order to ensure that supplies are properly functioning for timely patient care.
• Communicates effectively with patients and families in order to relay information and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in an exercise-related field.
• 1 year of relevant experience.
• BLS (CPR) certification from the American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.