Rehabilitation/Mobility Tech
University of Virginia
The Rehabilitation and Mobility Technician works collaboratively with licensed nursing staff and rehabilitation professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to provide essential patient care support in an inpatient acute care setting. This role functions under the direct supervision of licensed medical personnel and plays a key part in promoting patient mobility and recovery.
+ Assist patients with mobility activities and therapeutic exercises as directed by licensed clinicians.
+ Support rehabilitation sessions and patient care procedures by preparing equipment and ensuring a safe environment.
+ Manage and maintain rehabilitation and mobility equipment, ensuring availability and cleanliness.
+ Promote the importance of early and ongoing mobility to patients and families in alignment with clinical care plans.
+ Provide hands-on assistance during therapy sessions and mobility activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
+ Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
+ Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
+ Actively participates in professional growth activities and maintains necessary skills and competencies.
+ In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range: $15.00 - $19.39 Hourly
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
Experience: No experience required. Relevant experience preferred.
Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
_The_ _University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Click_ here (https://eocr.virginia.edu/notice-non-discrimination-and-equal-opportunity) _to read more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment._
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