Mobility Technician

What We Offer

Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center is hiring a PRN Mobility Technician to join their rehabilitation team! This role is ideal for candidates in a rehabilitation program or applying for one. The Mobility Tech provides and documents assistance to patients with mobility including transfers and ambulation, comfort measures, and maintains a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Mobility Tech Supervisor. Works in collaboration with the Nursing Team, communicating with nursing prior to and following patient mobility activities. Assists in the provision of safe mobilization in a manner to promote the patient's functional ability and lead to improved quality of life. Completes assigned, routine, non-treatment activities, which are pre-determined for each patient by the Mobility Tech program to maintain function and assist with mobility.

Schedule: PRN, 9am-5:30pm

• up to 2 weekends per month, consistent weekday coverage

What You'll Do

• work closely with nursing and rehabilitation teams
• ambulate patients who are mostly independently mobile
• use walking program to help prevent debilitation during hospital stay

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Experience: Completion Novant Health sponsored training program, required. First Responder Certification, preferred.
• Additional Skills (required): Upon completion of the Novant Health sponsored training program, the mobility tech works within the guidelines of mobility program and Novant Health policies and procedures. Must exhibit strong communication skills; ability to write effectively; effective computer skills, and strong customer service skills.
• Additional Skills (preferred): Basic computer skills for documentation. Pursuit of a healthcare profession.

Job Opening ID

183762