Mobility Technician

Sarasota Memorial Health Care System • Sarasota, FL

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About The Position

Performs designated routine patient mobilization tasks under the on-site supervision of the delegating nurse or therapist. The position is supportive in nature and does not interpret referrals, perform evaluation procedures, initiate or adjust treatment programs, assume responsibility for planning patient care, or discuss medical diagnoses with patients. Coordinates daily unit-specific patient mobilization activities, documents in the electronic medical record (EMR), and performs other duties as assigned.

Individuals providing care to vulnerable populations are required to undergo background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.

Requirements

• Meet one of the following pathways: hold an active Florida license as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Paramedic, or serve as a military Hospital Corpsman, Combat Medic Specialist, or Aerospace Medical Service Specialist; alternatively, hold a national EMT license. The applicable license must remain active during employment.
• Alternatively, hold Patient Care Technician (PCT) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification, provide certification of successful completion of an SMH-approved program, and successfully obtain a Florida CNA license within 120 days of graduation.
• High school diploma, GED, or certificate.
• Undergo required background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse when providing care to vulnerable populations.

Responsibilities

• Perform designated routine patient mobilization tasks under on-site supervision of the delegating nurse or therapist.
• Coordinate daily unit-specific patient mobilization activities.
• Document in the EMR.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED