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.

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