Patient Mobility Tech - inpatient Rehab

Trinity Health; Arlington (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

Employer-sponsored retirement savings–

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Life and AD&D insurance

Well-being initiatives

Job summary

Trinity Health's Saint Francis Hospital is seeking a Patient Mobility Technician to join the Acute Care Inpatient Rehab Team. The PMT supports patient ambulation goals and engages with patients and families to motivate progress.

This full-time day shift offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth; responsibilities include guiding ambulation, documenting metrics, and communicating needs to the care team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Healthcare or patient service experience preferred but not required.
• Must be organized and able to prioritize effectively.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to use a computer/mouse, etc.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to collaborate with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities

• Guiding patients in ambulation activities.
• Diligently tracking and documenting the distance and frequency of each patient's daily walks, identifying, and addressing any obstacles to safe ambulation.
• Empowering patients to express concerns or requests, with a strong ability to communicate these observations and requests effectively to the care team.
• Demonstrating flexibility by adjusting walking schedules to maximize the number of patients engaged in daily walks.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Saint Francis Hospital is looking for a Patient Mobility Technician to join our Acute Care Inpatient Rehab Team. The Patient Mobility Technician (PMT) assumes a pivotal role in enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction with care. They engage in meaningful social interactions with patients and their families, demonstrating skillful connection in a respectful and supportive manner to inspire and motivate individuals towards achieving personalized ambulation goals.

Responsibilities

• Guiding patients in ambulation activities.
• Diligently tracking and documenting the distance and frequency of each patient's daily walks, identifying, and addressing any obstacles to safe ambulation.
• Empowering patients to express concerns or requests, with a strong ability to communicate these observations and requests effectively to the care team.
• Demonstrating flexibility by adjusting walking schedules to maximize the number of patients engaged in daily walks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prior healthcare or patient service experience preferred but not required.
• Must be organized and able to prioritize effectively.
• Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to use a computer/mouse, etc.
• Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to collaborate with the healthcare team.

Position Highlights and Benefits

Full-Time 40 hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., no weekends Great Benefits Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1 Career growth and advancement potential Compensation and Benefits At Trinity Health Of New England, we understand that the success of our organization is directly related to our hardworking, compassionate, and dedicated colleagues who contribute their time and skills to help transform healthcare. That's why we've compiled a competitive, comprehensive compensation and benefits package that offers our colleagues protection and peace of mind, both at home and at work.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $17.00 -$21.80 per hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Prescription Drug and Vision Coverage
• Retirement Savings Program with Employer Match
• Time Off - may include Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Time and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development Opportunities
• Basic and Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
• Well-being Initiative
• Career Growth and Advancement Opportunities within Trinity Health

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women’s Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Commitment

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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.