Rehabilitation/Mobility Technician - PRN

The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

The Rehabilitation and Mobility Technician at UVA Health assists patients with mobility and therapeutic activities under licensed clinicians in an outpatient acute care setting.

Role involves equipment prep, safety oversight, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to promote mobility and recovery. High school diploma required; no experience necessary; BLS certification required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• No prior experience required.
• BLS certification from American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with mobility activities and therapeutic exercises as directed by licensed clinicians.
• Prepare equipment and support rehabilitation sessions to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Maintain and clean rehabilitation and mobility equipment and ensure availability.
• Promote early and ongoing mobility in alignment with care plans for patients and families.
• Provide hands-on assistance during therapy sessions, ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Skills

Mobility support

Team collaboration

Clinical assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalents

Job description

How does this role support patient care at UVA Health?

The Rehabilitation and Mobility Technician works collaboratively with licensed nursing staff and rehabilitation professionals, including physical therapists, occupational therapists, and speech-language pathologists, to provide essential patient care support in an outpatient acute care setting. This role functions under the direct supervision of licensed medical personnel and plays a key part in promoting patient mobility and recovery.

What can I expect to do in this role?

• Assist patients with mobility activities and therapeutic exercises as directed by licensed clinicians.
• Support rehabilitation sessions and patient care procedures by preparing equipment and ensuring a safe environment.
• Manage and maintain rehabilitation and mobility equipment, ensuring availability and cleanliness.
• Promote the importance of early and ongoing mobility to patients and families in alignment with clinical care plans.
• Provide hands-on assistance during therapy sessions and mobility activities, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
• Collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Provide for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.
• Actively participate in professional growth activities and maintains necessary skills and competencies.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent

Experience: No experience required

Licensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods and frequently bending/stooping/traveling. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The pay range for this role is $18.60 - $19.59 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

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