Mobility Technician - 10W Trauma & Spine

Medical University of South Carolina•Charleston, SC

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About The Position

The Mobility Tech performs multi-skilled activities to support patient mobility and achieve desired outcomes. Activities include ambulation, transfers to and from chairs, assisting patients with exercises or functional activities, and using lift equipment to transfer patients to chairs. The position is with MUHA in the Trauma & Spine unit and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, consisting of five 8-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday. The role is hourly.

Requirements

Meet at least one of the following education or experience criteria: high school diploma or GED and at least one year of patient care work experience in a healthcare facility; Certified Nursing Assistant; high school diploma or GED and enrollment in a healthcare-related program within two years of hire; high school diploma or GED and current MUHA Care Team Member status; successful completion of an accredited Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant course or equivalent training; EMT or Paramedic certification; enrollment as a nursing student at an accredited institution with completion of a nursing fundamentals course; or a bachelor's degree.
Maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification: AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers or an AHA-recognized equivalent, or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
Ability to perform the stated physical job functions, including standing, walking, patient handling, and lifting requirements.
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to be physically qualified for respirator use, initially and as required.