St. Mary's Medical Center Hospital
Mobility Tech
- California
- onsite
- Full time
Posted Updated
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- EMR
- BLS
Job Type: Full Time
Job Shift: Days
Holiday Rotation:
Department: Clinical Admin
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
Minimum Education:
- Graduate of an accredited program, or current certification, as a Physical Therapy Aide, Rehab Tech,
EMT, or Nursing Assistant.
Minimum Experience/Skills:
- One (1) year of prior clinical experience in an acute care setting, patient care, rehabilitation, or therapy support strongly preferred.
- Solid understanding of body mechanics, functional mobility, and safe transfer techniques.
- Excellent communication, teamwork, and situational awareness skills.
- Demonstrated commitment to clinical excellence, accountability, and patient-centered care
Licenses/Certificates/Credentials:
- Must possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment:
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
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About the team
San Ramon Regional Medical Center is a 123-bed acute care hospital known for providing comprehensive inpatient, outpatient and emergency care. San Ramon Regional Medical Center provides award-winning heart care programs, joint and spine surgery programs including advanced minimally-invasive surgical treatments, a Level II Special Care Nursery, and robotic surgery. Join our team!
About the company
Embark on a rewarding career with San Ramon Regional Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
At San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 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
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