Mohawk Valley Health System · 4 hours ago
Mobility Specialist - Occasional -Variable shifts
Utica, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18/hr - $18/hrMohawk Valley Health System is seeking a Mobility Specialist to focus on patient mobility under the supervision of the Senior Nurse Manager. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, ensuring safety protocols, and supporting rehabilitation efforts in a healthcare setting.
Health CareHospital
Responsibilities
Works with PT/OT and Nursing to ensure appropriate maintenance care for patients including but not limited to: Passive range of motion with RN or PT/OT guidance or instruction
Assisting RN/PT/OT/PCT with activities of daily living
Observe patient response to activity and report changes to supervising clinicians
Encourage patient’s active participation in functional tasks to the best of the patient’s ability
Promote proper use of safe patient handling equipment
Ensure appropriate turning and repositioning, getting patients out of bed for meals and off-loading pressure areas (adhering to Q2 or physician orders)
Maintain Safe Patient Handling equipment and inventory to ensure all units have equally distributed equipment
Communicate clearly and compassionately with patients to provide encouragement and instructions during mobility sessions
Participate in team huddles, in-services, and training sessions relevant to rehabilitation and patient safety
Ensure work areas and equipment are clean, organized, and in good working order
Adhere to all hospital policies, including infection control, patient privacy (HIPAA), and safety regulations
Assist physical therapists, occupational therapists, and nursing staff with patient mobilization, including ambulation, bed-to-chair transfers, and repositioning
Support early mobility protocols for post-surgical, medically complex, or deconditioned patients
Perform related duties as required
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Excellent interpersonal communication skills
Dependable, punctual, and able to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
Respectful, patient-focused approach with a commitment to safety and dignity
BLS certification
Preferred
Enrolled in a Health care studies or related program (Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, PT Assistant etc)
Knowledge of basic patient handling techniques and assistive devices
Company
Mohawk Valley Health System
Mohawk Valley Health System is an integrated healthcare delivery system.
Founded in 2014
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.25MKey Investors
Mother Cabrini
2022-02-15Grant· $0.25M
Leadership Team
Darlene Stromstad, FACHE
Chief Executive Officer
Patricia Kasmarek, CHC, CHPC
Executive Administrator to the CEO
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