Inpatient Mobility Aide

Eastern Connecticut Health Network • Manchester, CT

27d • Onsite

About The Position

To provide mobility services to patients under the supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Assists in positioning, ambulation, and movement of patients. This position assists physical therapists in providing healthcare (ambulation) services in an inpatient setting.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience working in an inpatient/acute care healthcare setting.
• CPR certification required or must obtain within 30 days of employment.
• Able to manage multiple priorities when necessary and communicates well with other members of the multidisciplinary team in carrying out daily responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• CNA, Medical Assistant, or Physical Therapy Student, preferred.
• Patient mobility: 2 years (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provides safe patient mobilization and transfer assistance using approved assistive devices and procedures in the acute hospital setting as directed by a licensed physical therapist.
• Monitors vital signs before and after treatment and notifies patient's nurse of any significant change in vitals.
• Demonstrates use of patient transfer equipment/device use, patient mobility techniques, and body mechanics in a safe manner.
• Reports the patient's nurse any injuries or adverse reactions during or after treatment.
• Documents and communicates completion of mobility in the electronic medical record for each patient.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees