Patient Mobility Tech - inpatient Rehab

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Benefits

Health Insurance Coverage - Day 1

Career Growth

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a Patient Mobility Technician to join our Acute Care Inpatient Rehab Team. The PMT supports patient ambulation, tracks walking activity, and communicates observations to the care team to promote safe mobility and personalized goals.

This full-time, day-shift position offers 40 hours per week, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with no weekends and a benefits package including health insurance from day one and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Education: 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.

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

Customer service

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team collaboration

Healthcare exposure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Day Shift

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.

Your responsibilities will include:

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: 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: $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.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• 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.

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.