Mobility Technician

Saint Luke's Physician Group•Overland Park, KS

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Do you want a career in healthcare? Become a Mobility Tech at Saint Luke's South and see the inner workings of a smaller, team-oriented hospital with a great family dynamic . Unique role that is housed on the nursing floor but supported by a Therapist. Full-Time 12PM -8PM With some holiday and weekend requirements Assists in preparing patients under the supervision of Physical and Occupational Therapists or Assistants, Speech Pathologists, and other clinic staff. Performs routine tasks and assists therapists during patient treatment activities as directed. Will support mobility for patients on nursing units. The primary role of this position is to support the mobility program directly on the nursing floor. Performs mobilization of patients under the supervision of the rehabilitation services and nursing departments. Performs routine tasks and assists therapists during patient treatment activities as directed. Participates in lifting, transferring and ambulation of patients and/or equipment This position will have a home base on the patient care units supporting our mobility program. Uses professional judgement to always ensure safety to self, patients, and others Performs set up and cleanup of treatment area including appropriate equipment and supplies Clerical and computer skills May be involved in mentoring, training of new technician staff members Performs all other duties as requested by the manager The best place to get care. The best place to give care . Saint Luke’s 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke’s means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter. J oin the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

Less than 1 year Applicable Experience
Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross

Responsibilities

Assists in preparing patients under the supervision of Physical and Occupational Therapists or Assistants, Speech Pathologists, and other clinic staff.
Performs routine tasks and assists therapists during patient treatment activities as directed.
Supports mobility for patients on nursing units.
Performs mobilization of patients under the supervision of the rehabilitation services and nursing departments.
Participates in lifting, transferring and ambulation of patients and/or equipment
Uses professional judgement to always ensure safety to self, patients, and others
Performs set up and cleanup of treatment area including appropriate equipment and supplies
Clerical and computer skills
May be involved in mentoring, training of new technician staff members
Performs all other duties as requested by the manager