Mobility Technician

Overview

John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note : Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Shift: Days

Hours: 8

Job Type: Per Diem

The Mobility Technician plays a critical role in ensuring safe, efficient, and compassionate patient mobility throughout the hospital. This individual functions as an extension of the rehabilitation and nursing teams—supporting patient transfers, repositioning, and ambulation to promote early mobility and functional recovery. Drawing from principles of physical therapy, ergonomics, and safe patient handling, the Mobility Technician helps optimize patient outcomes by encouraging activity, preserving strength, and reducing the risk of complications associated with immobility. The Mobility Technician will educate and coach staff on the proper use of mobility equipment and safe movement techniques.

The ideal candidate is a proactive, high-performing professional who takes ownership of outcomes, delivers exceptional service, and contributes directly to improved patient safety, recovery, and satisfaction.

Responsibilities

1. Serve as a mobility and movement specialist, supporting nursing and therapy teams in safely mobilizing patients—transfers, lifts, ambulation, and repositioning.

2. Educate and coach staff on proper use of mobility aids, lift equipment, and safe movement techniques.

3. Promote early and progressive mobility, partnering with physical therapy and nursing staff to align mobility goals with individualized care plans.

4. Proactively round on assigned units to identify patients appropriate for activity progression (e.g. up in chair, walking), ensuring timely interventions and safe participation.

5. Support hospital wide fall prevention strategies, observing patient condition for issues like skin breakdown, and responding to the mobility needs of nursing and therapy departments.

6. Coach and cue patients during mobility activities, encouraging independence and reinforcing therapy techniques such as gait training, balance, and postural control. 

7. Utilize and maintain all lift equipment and mobility devices; ensure staff adherence to safe patient handling protocols.

8. Assist in implementing early mobility programs and monitor performance against established mobility benchmarks.

9. Accurately document mobility activity, patient response, and level of assistance in the EMR.

10. Collaborate with therapy and nursing teams to prevent falls, pressure injuries, and musculoskeletal strain—for both patients and staff.

11. Participate in quality improvement and data collection initiatives focused on functional outcomes, patient participation, and safety metrics.

12. Maintain a clean, organized, and fully functional inventory of mobility and lifting equipment.

Qualifications

Education

Preferred: Graduate of physical therapy aide, rehabilitation tech, EMT or nursing assistant program.

Experience

Required: Prior experience in patient care, rehabilitation, or therapy support. Preferred: 6 months of prior experience in rehabilitation or therapy support.

Certification(s)

Preferred: Certified Physical Therapy Aide, Rehabilitation Technician, EMT, or Nursing Assistant. Current AHA BLS or must obtain within 30 days of hire.

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Organization Description

Desert Care Network serves the healthcare needs of the Coachella Valley and Morongo Basin regions in Southern California with three hospitals Desert Regional Medical Center in Palm Springs, JFK Memorial Hospital in Indio and Hi-Desert Medical Center in Joshua Tree. The hospital network provides advanced care with services such as comprehensive stroke care, a cancer center, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the only Level 3 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) in the Coachella Valley. Desert Care Network is committed to healthcare equality. Join our team!

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