Mobility Tech - Cardiac Surgical Stepdown

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mobility Tech role at Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) supports patient mobility under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include ambulation, transfers to/from chair, and assisting patients with exercises to achieve mobility goals using lift equipment.

Required are a high school diploma or GED, CNA or similar training, and a current BLS certification. The job involves irregular hours and a focus on safety and accurate observations in a fast-paced hospital

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with patient care experience.
• CNA certification or active enrollment in a healthcare program within two years.
• Current BLS certification and ability to pass online training modules.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient mobility including ambulation and transfers to/from chair.
• Support exercises or functional activities and use lift equipment for chair transfers.
• Follow RN supervision to achieve patient mobility outcomes.
• Communicate effectively and maintain safety during patient handling.

Skills

Patient care experience

BLS certified

Nursing assistant training

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Certified Nursing Assistant

EMT or Paramedic certification

Healthcare program enrollment within two years

Nursing student or completion of nursing fundamentals course

Bachelor's degree (for nursing students/recent graduates transcripts)

Job description

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary The Mobility Tech reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Mobility Tech performs multi-skilled activities to support patient mobility, including, but not limited to, ambulation, transfers to/from chair, assisting patients in practicing exercises or functional activities, and total lifts to chair using lift equipment to achieve desired outcomes. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) Worker Type Employee Worker Sub-Type Regular Cost Center CC006108 COL - Mobility (DMC) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-20 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description Entity/Organization: MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority/Medical Center) Hours Per Week: Scheduled Work Hours/Shift: Job Summary/Purpose: The Mobility Tech reports to the Nurse Manager. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Mobility Tech performs multi-skilled activities to support patient mobility, including, but not limited to, ambulation, transfers to/from chair, assisting patients in practicing exercises or functional activities, and total lifts to chair using lift equipment to achieve desired outcomes.

Minimum Training and Education

• High school diploma or GED required with a minimum of one year of patient care work experience in a health care facility
• Certified Nursing Assistant
• High school diploma or GED required and required enrollment in a healthcare related program within two years of hire.
• High school diploma or GED required and a current MUHA Care Team Member.
• Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant course at an accredited institution or equivalent training
• EMT or Paramedic certification
• Nursing student enrolled in an accredited institution with the completion of nursing fundamentals course
• Bachelor’s degree Current nursing students or recent graduates may be required to provide transcripts.

Additional Job Requirements

Possess ability to understand and implement a variety of detailed instructions in the execution of therapeutic procedures and ability to make accurate physical observation of patients. Applicant must communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Basic computer skills required. Position may require working irregular hours under stressful conditions, rotating shifts, holidays, and weekends. Within two months of date of hire, employees must successfully pass the on-line course modules, phlebotomy training and skills validation for basic and advanced skills. Passing requires achieving an 80% passing rate on each test in two attempts or will result in separation from employment. Trainees are expected to have reliable attendance, are responsible for maintaining their BLS and any other annual competencies. Failure to abide by MUHA policies are subject to disciplinary action, including termination.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

Current Basic Life Support certification required. Thereafter, must maintain Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Physical and Mental Requirements

Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous) Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Continuous) Ability to twist at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Frequent) Ability to perform "pinching" operations. (Frequent) Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous) Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift from 36" to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent) Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent) Examples include: To transfer a 100 lb. patient that can not assist in the transfer requires 50 lbs. of force. For every 100 additional pounds, assistance will be required from another healthcare worker. 20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400 lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet. 25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand. Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous) Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent) Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent) Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) (Selected Positions) *Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) *(Selected Positions) *Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Minimum Requirements: Education

A high school diploma or equivalent (GED) required. Credentials: Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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