Mobility Aide

Mass General Brigham•Newton, WA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing routine patient mobility and walking under direct supervision of Nursing staff and/or Rehabilitation Services staff. Mobilizes patients out of bed and walks patients in patient rooms and hallways (per the patient’s tolerance) with assistance and mobility devices as needed. Assists therapists during therapy sessions. Attends and actively participates in team meetings. Transfers and transports patients in a safe and timely manner. Maintains equipment and working area in clean, orderly condition. NWH is recruiting for a Mobility Aide to work in the acute care/inpatient setting. The primary function of this role is to assist, support, and promote walking and mobility of hospitalized patients on the hospital’s medical/surgical units. The individual in this role will collaborate with Nursing Staff and Rehabilitation Services staff to achieve and perform these tasks.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills.
Good bedside manner.
Good physical strength and stamina for lifting and moving immobile patients.
Experience working as a Rehab Aide, Patient Care Assistant (PCA), and or CNA with 0-1 year preferred

Nice To Haves

Applicants interested in a dynamic position and with prior health care experience as nurse’s aides (CNA), patient care assistants (PCA), Rehabilitation Aide, or those who are planning to pursue a career in healthcare (including Nursing, Physical or Occupational Therapy, or related health care fields) are encouraged to apply.
A strong willingness to collaborate closely with their fellow healthcare workers
Being flexible and willing to adapt to evolving requests/priorities during the workday
Strong customer service skills
A commitment to understanding and fulfilling the mission and goals of Newton-Wellesley Hospital (which is to “ treat all patients and their families as you would a beloved family member ”)

Responsibilities

Mobilizes patients out of bed and walks patients in patient rooms and hallways (per the patient’s tolerance) with assistance and mobility devices as needed.
Assists therapists during therapy sessions.
Attends and actively participates in team meetings.
Transfers and transports patients in a safe and timely manner.
Maintains equipment and working area in clean, orderly condition.