Patient Mobility Technician

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Patient Mobility Technicians mobilize patients to minimize the factors that contribute to a decline in patient mobility and functionality during their hospital stay. These include mobility/functional issues, sleep deprivation, delirium, altered nutritional states, prolonged hospitalizations, and post-hospital rehabilitation stays. Must be familiar with standard precautions and isolation procedures. Must be skilled in best practices related to proper body mechanics, testing for minimal assistance, safe patient handling and safe practice and procedures.

The purpose of this position is to introduce an evidence-based mobility program designed to maintain baseline mobility and functional capacity, decrease incidence of delirium, and help decrease length of stay in hospitalized patients.

Apply By Date 12/29/2024 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications - For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to upload license and/or certification if required of the position

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certification or UC Davis Health CPR within 3 months of hire.
• Incumbent must complete Crisis Intervention Training within 3 months of hire and is required to complete training on an annual basis.
• The following UC provided training and testing will be provided upon hire:

1. Required University-provided training and testing (i.e. lift equipment/assistive devices, proper body mechanics, etc.)
2. Required University-provided training and testing Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
3. Required University-provided training and testing Maintaining the Dignity of Morbid Obesity in the Hospital Setting.

• No minimum education required.
• 1 year customer service experience.
• Knowledge of and experience safely operating safe patient handling equipment including lifts, friction reducing devices, powered and nonpowered patient equipment.
• Must have knowledge of basic body mechanics and safe patient lift/transfer techniques.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• Responsibly ensure the safety of our patients and staff by adhering to and enforcing the Safe Patient Handling (SPH) policy and using SPH techniques and equipment.
• Serve as a resource in the use of SPH equipment and movement of patients.
• Serve as body mechanics and SPH coaches and trainers for staff involved in patient handling.
• Strong knowledge of patient care support activities, systems, external regulations. and internal policies.
• Demonstrated analytical experience with the ability to identify, analyze, report and resolve problems accurately and timely.
• Knowledge and ability to exercise discretion, use good judgment and maintain confidentiality.
• Skills establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain composure, respond calmly, and use sound Judgment during medical emergencies.
• Knowledge of safely operating wheelchairs, gurneys, electric beds, cribs, and special beds.
• Knowledge of proper body mechanics and patient transfer techniques and skill to transfer patients without injury to self, patient or others.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow appropriate Infection control techniques to safeguard other patients and visitors from infected patients.
• Knowledge of and skills to perform CPR.
• Knowledge of 02, IVs/pumps, feeding tubes/pumps, foley bags, and chest tubes.
• Knowledge in recognizing and reporting problems with life support equipment or a sudden change in a patient's condition.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• Ability to maintain a culture that values diversity, respect and accepts the contribution of others, and supports open communication.
• Judgment skills to make independent clinical decisions.
• Skills to work accurately and quickly under pressure.
• Knowledge of legal implications for clinical practice.
• Ability to appropriately use available resources (personnel and equipment/supplies) to ensure that the patients on a specific unit receive safe, appropriate patient care during the course of a shift.
• Ability to appropriately share and exchange information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Safe Patient Handling and Mobility (SPHM) Certification
• Prior experience in-patient care setting; assisting in safe patient handling, mobility, and emergency code blue situations is highly recommended.
• Knowledge of Fair Labor Practices, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and University policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• 85% - Patient Mobility: Transferring Support / Safe Patient Handling (SPH)
• 15% - Documentation and Communication

Department Overview

Patient Support Services Department is comprised of Patient Transport, Mental Health Workers & Special Duty Caregivers, Lift Team and Safe Patient Handling.

Department Specific Job Scope

The purpose of this position is to introduce an evidence-based mobility program designed to maintain baseline mobility and functional capacity, decrease incidence of delirium, and help decrease length of stay in hospitalized patients.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $25.08 - $31.20
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 280
• UC Job Title: HOSP BLANK AST 2
• UC Job Code: 009252
• Number of Positions: 2 (1 of 2)
• Appointment Type: Staff: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Days, 9:30am - 6pm
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
• Union Representation: Yes, EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page.

If you are represented by a union, benefits are negotiated between the University of California (UC) and your union and finalized in a contract. Read your bargaining unit's employment contract, stay abreast of current negotiations and learn about collective bargaining at UC: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/labor/bargaining-units/index.html

* High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
* UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
* Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
* Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
* Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
* WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
* On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
* Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
* Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
* Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
* UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Physical Demands

• Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Reaching overhead - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Environmental Demands

• Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours

Mental Demands

• Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
• Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours

Work Environment

UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014. Smoking, the use of smokeless tobacco products, and the use of unregulated nicotine products (e-cigarettes) will be strictly prohibited on any UC Davis owned or leased property, indoors and outdoors, including parking lots and residential space.

1. Must be able to lift push and pull for a twelve-hour shift. 2. Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, stretching, and standing for extended periods of time is required. 3. Must be able to respond to frequent lift calls immediately. 4. May be required to work overtime and/or alternate shifts, weekends, holidays, variable hours, etc5.Must attend department trainings, workshops, conferences and professional meetings.

Special Requirements

• This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
• This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

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