Mobility Technician

Job Summary This position is responsible for assisting patients with general mobility tasks, exercises, and functional activities as assigned by clinical staff. Job Duties Function as a team member and respond to colleagues' needs for assistance with patient mobility; work collaboratively with nursing staff, therapy, and physicians. Assist with delegated treatment plan activities that include patient mobility, transporting patients, assisting patients in and out of bed, lifts, and ambulation. Gather patient information prior to treatment sessions according to the Progressive Mobility Protocol (PMP) and document in EPIC. Assist with equipment inspection, maintenance, and storage, cleaning/disinfection, and supply procurement. Collaborate and communicate with the interprofessional team regarding patients' response to delegated activities; maintain accurate and complete documentation of patient care procedures performed. Identify opportunities for process improvement and provide recommendations impacting quality and safety targets on the unit-based scorecard, through peer‑to‑peer accountability, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional team. Contribute to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety. Assist in gathering and maintaining data for quality improvement projects, inventory of supplies in the department, and prioritizing daily tasks. Education Preferred – High School diploma or equivalent. Work Experience Required – None. Preferred – 1 year of Patient Care Assistant/Nursing Assistant work experience in acute care, long‑term acute care, or equivalent. Preferred – 6 months of therapy experience, e.g., PT/OT Rehab Technician. Preferred – Nursing student who has completed first clinical rotation; pursuit of professional medical licensure in any field applicable to an acute care setting. Certifications Required – Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to function as a team member, responding willingly and positively to colleagues' needs for assistance and partnership in patient mobility. Ability to promote a positive work environment with the intraprofessional care team. Problem‑solving skills, assisting other staff, transporters, and patient care technicians with mobility while managing several ongoing priorities with minimal supervision. Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications. Demonstrated complete understanding of Progressive Mobility Protocol (PMP) and documentation in EPIC. Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and professionally. Strong interpersonal skills. Organizational skills. Ability to follow infection control protocols, safety protocols, obtain vital signs, document in the medical record, inspect, and maintain equipment. Physical and Environmental Demands Exercising in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue. Work in a patient care area where patients and specimens may contain communicable diseases, and potential exposure to hazardous medications or waste. These tasks may involve a physical demand exceeding those for heavy work. Equal Opportunity Employer Ochsner Health is 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, protected veteran status, or disability status. #J-18808-Ljbffr