Mobility Tech- OLGMC 7S Stroke- Full Time- 7p-7a

ochsner; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in Lafayette, LA, seeks a Mobility Technician to assist patients with mobility tasks under clinical staff, contributing to a compassionate, collaborative care team. The role emphasizes adherence to infection control, EPIC documentation, and safe patient handling.

Preferred candidates hold a High School diploma or equivalent and BLS certification; 1 year of patient care or therapy experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• No prior experience required; 1 year preferred in patient care or therapy.
• Nursing student with clinical exposure encouraged.
• Therapy experience of 6 months preferred.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with computers and EPIC documentation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient mobility, transfers, and ambulation as directed.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, and physicians on mobility plans.
• Document patient care in EPIC and gather pertinent information.
• Inspect, maintain, and store mobility equipment; ensure infection control.
• Support quality and safety targets and participate in process improvements.
• Prioritize daily tasks and communicate with interprofessional team.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Infection control

EPIC documentation

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people.

For us, this is more than a job- it's a calling. It's waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way.

This job is to be responsible for assisting patients with general mobility tasks as assigned by clinical staff. The mobility technician assists patients in performing mobility tasks, exercises and functional activities as assigned by clinical staff. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Education

• Preferred - High School diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

• Required - None.
• Preferred - 1 year of Patient Care Assistant/Nursing Assistant work experience in acute care hospital, long-term acute care hospital, or equivalent.
• 6 months of therapy experience, e.g. PT/OT Rehab Technician.
• Nursing student who has completed first clinical rotation. Pursuit of professional medical licensure in any field applicable to an acute care setting.

Certifications

• Required - Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Ability to function as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues' needs for assistance and partnership in patient motility.
• Ability to promote a positive work environment with the intraprofessional care team.
• Ability to problem solve, assists other staff, transporters, and patient care technicians with mobility, while managing several ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Demonstrate complete understanding of Progressive Mobility Protocol (PMP) as well as documenting in EPIC.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Organizational skills.
• Ability to follow infection control protocols, safety protocols, obtaining vital signs, documenting in the medical record, inspecting, and maintaining equipment.

Job Duties

• Function as a team member and respond to colleagues' needs for assistance with patient mobility. Work collaboratively with nursing staff, therapy, and physicians to aid patients with mobilization needs.
• Assist with delegated treatment plan activities that include patient mobility, transporting patients, assisting patients in and out of bed, lifts, and ambulation.
• Gather patient information prior to treatment sessions according to the Progressive Mobility Protocol (PMP) and document in EPIC.
• Assist with equipment inspection, maintenance, and storage, cleaning/disinfection, and supply procurement.
• Collaborate and communicate with the interprofessional team regarding patients' response to delegated activities. Maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient care procedures performed.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide recommendations impacting quality and safety targets on the unit-based scorecard, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contribute to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
• Assist in gathering and maintaining data for quality improvement projects, inventory of supplies in the department, and prioritize daily tasks.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protect