Mobility Tech | Full Time | Day | Franklin, NH

Mobility Tech | Full Time | Day | Franklin, NH page is loaded## Mobility Tech | Full Time | Day | Franklin, NHlocations : Franklin, New Hampshiretime type : Full timeposted on : Posted Todayjob requisition id : R22564 Summary Under the direction of the Rehabilitation Services Director and / or Nurse Manager, and under guidance of a rehab therapist or registered nurse, assist in or provide mobilization and personal care of patients, preparation of equipment used to mobilize or treat patients, and clerk duties specific to the clinical care department. Education High school or equivalent (GED) required. Certification, Registration & Licensure Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers, or equivalent course credentialed by American Heart Association within 30 days of hire. Experience None required. Responsibilities Prepare and position patient before and after skilled care provided by nurse or rehab therapist. Demonstrates safe and effective ambulation, positioning, support or assistance techniques in patient care activities, as directed by the nurse or rehab therapist. Observes all precautions. Seeks clarification on goals of session and ensures patients is optimally positioned for care. After skilled care by nurse or rehab therapist will help ensure patient safety and comfort with room setup and comfort items within reach. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Demonstrates adherence to safe patient handling skills / policy , as well as equipment competence to include, but not limited to beds, wheelchairs, stretchers, oxygen, IV poles and pumps . Follows safe patient handling guidelines consistently. Identifies need for additional resources and / or equipment to move patients safely. Stops moving of patients when appropriate equipment and staff are not available and seeks assistance from the nurse or rehab therapist. Attends all scheduled training to ensure competence on all equipment utilized in the role. Measured by supervisory observation and staff feedback. Demonstrates ability to safely mobilize patient within bed, to / from chair, toilet / commode and on unit with appropriate patients identified by nurse or rehab therapist. Demonstrates safe and effective ambulation, positioning, support or assistance techniques in patient care activities, as directed by the nurse or rehab therapist. Observes all precautions. Makes observations during patient care interactions and reports concerns directly to the nurse or therapist. Needs occasional supervision or cues to apply or monitor equipment, modalities and / or techniques during nursing or therapist directed patient care. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Demonstrates ability to safely setup, adjust and take down mobility equipment including, but not limited to, mechanical lifts; walkers; canes; crutches; commodes. Demonstrates safe and effective management of all mobility and bedside equipment related to mobility including adjustment and use of proper number of physical assists following education and competency performance. Seeks assistance from nurse or rehab therapist for management of lines / tubes / drains and asks clarifying questions related to any equipment prior to engaging with the patient. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Demonstrate safe ability to assist with patient turning schedule, perform basic PROM once instructed, setup chair, safety alarms and manage lines / tubes / drains during mobility tasks, set up meals. Provides safe and effective assistance for completion of assigned patient care while observing all precautions. Demonstrates competence with basic skills for range of motion, therex, positioning, mobility, activities of daily living, and application and removal of equipment. Independently reports any changes in status immediately to the nurse or therapist and discontinues session until appropriate re-evaluation and re-assignment of the program has occurred. Always obtains nurse or therapist permission prior to beginning next session. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Assist with on unit duties to facilitate patient comfort and access including, but not limited to, wheelchair transport for discharge at the direction of nurse; answering call bells. Demonstrates effective and efficient management of regular or delegated tasks during daily operations and process management according to standardized work flow on nursing unit. Completes all tasks in a thorough and timely manner with only occasional reminders. Incorporates and adjusts to changes in routine without hesitation. Seeks clarification when needed. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Demonstrates customer service, communication and time management skills during all assigned tasks. Demonstrates adaptability, flexibility and timeliness on a consistent basis throughout the entire work day and is thoroughly attentive and supportive to team processes and functions. Communicates with team members appropriately, regarding time lines and makes well-planned and thought out efforts to prioritize needs or requests. Responds to pages in a timely manner to minimize interruption in patient care. Responds to pages in a timely manner to minimize interruption in patient care. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Documents inpatient interventions in the EMR and follows up with nurse in a timely manner as needed. Demonstrates consistent and timely documentation of all care assistance provided within the designated EMR sections. Checks with nurse or rehab therapist prior to session for medical clearance and report any issues to supervising nurse / rehab therapist promptly. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues Completes all hospital and department specific requirements Completes all requirements in a timely manner, including but not limited to : web and department compliance, payroll, review of meeting minutes, assistance with new hire orientation, and CPR. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues. Performs other duties as assigned. Readily accepts or volunteers for additional assignments to assist with department projects or initiatives. Provides regular feedback to team member throughout assignment. Measured by supervisory observation and feedback from colleagues.Concord Hospital is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants and to prohibit any discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.Applicants to and employees of this company are protected under federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link above to find out more.If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, you may contact Human Resources at 603-230-7269. Physical and Work Requirements The physical demands and characteristics of the work environment described here are representative of those that will be encountered by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.The Dictionary of Occupational Titles Material Handling Classification is MEDIUM. The employee must regularly lift, carry or push / pull up to 10 pounds, frequently lift, carry or push / pull up to 10 - 25 pounds, and occasionally lift, carry or push / pull up to 20 - 50 pounds.While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to do fine motor, hear, speak, walk.

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