Mobility Technician-- full time, Acute Care, Camden

Job Summary : Performs activities specific to patient safety and mobility under supervision of a licensed PT or Registered Nurse while following Progressive Mobility duties as well as safe and efficient transportation of patients from setting to setting in the acute care hospital. Position Responsibilities: Assists therapy and inpatient staff with patient care as directed. Responsible for assisting in ongoing patient mobility including bed mobility/repositioning, transfers, and ambulation of hospital inpatients with the goal of improving/maintaining patient mobility to decrease deconditioning, risk of falls, pressure ulcers, extremity contractures and length of stay. Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues. Participates in Virtua patient satisfaction initiatives and goals. Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care. Position Qualifications Required :Required Experience: Computer competency-working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in proper and safe patient handling including repositioning/bed mobility, transfer/lifting, and progressive ambulation using appropriate assistive devices as needed (cane, walker, crutches). Required Education: Minimum high school diploma or GED Training / Certification / Licensure: CPR Certification