Mobility Technician Physical Therapy Full Time

Saint Agnes Medical Center; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Agnes Medical Center in California is seeking a dedicated mobility support teammate. You will assist in patient bed mobility, repositioning, transfers, and ambulation under the guidance of nursing and physical therapy to improve mobility and reduce fall risk.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CPR certification, and strong communication. Prior acute care patient care is preferred, with training provided for safe equipment use and movement techniques.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• One (1) year of direct patient care in the acute care setting is preferred.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
• Ability to effectively communicate and follow verbal and written instruction is required.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in proper and safe patient handling including repositioning/bed mobility, transfer/lifting, and progressive ambulation using appropriate assistive devices as needed (cane, walker, crutches) is required.
• Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in the safe and proper use of patient equipment (Blood pressure machines, pulse oximeters, restraints, gait belts, sequential compression devices, bed/chair alarms, and mechanical lifts) is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ongoing patient mobility including bed mobility, transfers, and ambulation as identified by the multidisciplinary team.
• Support reduction of deconditioning, risk of falls, and length of stay through safe handling and mobility practices.

Skills

CPR

Communication

Patient handling

Bed mobility

Transfers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blood pressure monitor

Pulse oximeter

Gait belts

Mechanical lifts

Restraints

Bed/chair alarms

Job description

Position Summary

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Description: This position is responsible for assisting in ongoing patient mobility including bed mobility/repositioning, transfers, and ambulation of hospital inpatients identified as appropriate by the multidisciplinary team (Nursing and Physical Therapy) with the goal of improving/maintaining patient mobility to decrease deconditioning, risk of falls, pressure ulcers, extremity contractures and length of stay.

Requirements

• 1. High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 2. One (1) year of direct patient care in the acute care setting is preferred.
• 3. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Healthcare Provider CPR card is required.
• 4. Ability to effectively communicate and follow verbal and written instruction is required.
• 5. Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in proper and safe patient handling including repositioning/bed mobility, transfer/lifting, and progressive ambulation using appropriate assistive devices as needed (cane, walker, crutches) is required.
• 6. Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in the safe and proper use of patient equipment (Blood pressure machines, pulse oximeters, restraints, gait belts, sequential compression devices, bed/chair alarms, and mechanical lifts) is required.

Pay Range

Pay range $23.00 - $29.61

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.