Mobility Technician

About the role

Provides and documents assistance to patients with mobility including transfers and ambulation, comfort measures, and maintains a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Mobility Tech Supervisor. Works in collaboration with the Nursing Team, communicating with nursing prior to and following patient mobility activities. Assists in the provision of safe mobilization in a manner to promote the patient’s functional ability and lead to improved quality of life. Completes assigned, routine, non-treatment activities, which are pre-determined for each patient by the Mobility Tech program to maintain function and assist with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with nursing and rehabilitation teams
• Ambulate patients who are mostly independently mobile
• Use walking program to help prevent debilitation during hospital stay

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED, required
• Completion of Novant Health sponsored training program, required
• First Responder Certification, preferred

Skills

• Required: Strong communication skills; ability to write effectively; effective computer skills; strong customer service skills. Upon completion of the Novant Health sponsored training program, the mobility tech works within the guidelines of mobility program and Novant Health policies and procedures.
• Preferred: Basic computer skills for documentation. Pursuit of a healthcare profession.

Schedule

PRN, 9am–5:30pm up to 2 weekends per month, consistent weekday coverage.