Mobility Technician - Per Diem/Resource

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital - Winchester, VA

Full-time

Winchester, VA

Hospitals

About the position

The Mobility Technician at Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital plays a crucial role in assisting therapists and therapy assistants in the preparation and treatment of patients receiving therapy services. This position is designed for individuals who are dedicated to providing high-quality patient care and support within a rehabilitation setting. The Mobility Technician will perform routine tasks as assigned by therapists and therapy assistants, ensuring that patients receive the necessary care and attention during their rehabilitation journey. In this role, the Mobility Technician is responsible for providing patient care, treatment, and services within the scope of their license, certification, or registration, adhering to federal and state laws and regulations. Key responsibilities include transporting and transferring patients while observing safety precautions, applying therapeutic modalities as assigned, and monitoring patient responses to treatments. The technician will also maintain a clean and orderly workplace, ensuring that equipment and supplies are properly stored and that treatment areas are kept in good condition. Additionally, the Mobility Technician will function as a patient advocate, maintaining patient confidentiality and promoting a positive patient experience. The role requires excellent customer service skills, as the technician will interact with patients, families, and team members, fostering a collaborative and supportive environment. The position also involves contributing to quality improvement efforts by identifying problems and seeking solutions to enhance patient satisfaction. Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and the Mobility Technician will be expected to embrace these values by treating everyone with dignity and respect, promoting opportunities for underrepresented cultures, and taking action against injustices and bias. This role is essential in helping patients restore hope and freedom through rehabilitation, making it a rewarding and impactful position within the healthcare community.

Responsibilities

• Assist therapists and therapy assistants in preparation and treatment of patients receiving therapy services.
• Provide patient care as requested by therapists, including transporting and transferring patients while observing safety precautions.
• Apply therapeutic modalities as assigned by therapists after competency testing.
• Carry out specific treatment activities under the direction/supervision of licensed clinicians.
• Monitor patient responses to treatments and provide written/verbal feedback to therapists and therapy assistants.
• Maintain a clean and orderly workplace, including acquiring and replacing equipment and supplies after treatment.
• Clean and maintain equipment according to department infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintain storage and inventory of equipment and supplies, ensuring adequate clean linen supply and changing linen as needed.
• Function as a patient advocate and maintain patient confidentiality.
• Organize and maintain patient chargeable equipment inventory as needed.
• Assume patient care and clerical duties under therapist direction across all inpatient programs and/or disciplines.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• BLS Certification - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider' (HCP) - AHA Approved.
• Understanding of basic principles of human growth and development.
• Competent to successfully interact with patients according to their special needs based on age.

Nice-to-haves

• Registry of the Board of Nursing as a Certified Nursing Aide.