Lift Technician Per Diem

Lift Techs serve as a resource in the use of Safe Patient Handling (SPH) equipment and movement of patients. Lift Techs also serve as body mechanics and SPH coaches and trainers for staff involved in patient handling.

Apply By 3/3/2025 by 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR within three (3) months of hire.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training within three (3) months of hire.
• Knowledge of and experience safely operating safe patient handling equipment including lifts, friction reducing devices, powered and non-powered patient equipment.
• Experience safely operating wheelchairs, gurneys, electric beds, cribs, and special beds.
• Experience in recognizing and reporting problems with life support equipment or a sudden change in a patient’s condition.
• Must have knowledge of basic body mechanics and safe patient lift/transfer techniques.
• Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
• It is the responsibility of the Lift Team to ensure the safety of our patients and staff by adhering to and enforcing the 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.
• Knowledge of Fair Labor Practices, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and University policies and procedures.
• 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.
• Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
• Ability to maintain composure, respond calmly, and use sound Judgment during medical emergencies.
• 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 CPR. 02, IVs/pumps, feeding tubes/pumps, foley bags, and chest tubes.
• 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.
• Knowledge of legal implications for clinical practice.21. Ability to appropriately use available resources (personnel and equipment/supplies)
• 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.
• Quality Improvement, the demonstrated commitment to pursuing progress and striving for excellence.
• Ability to take personal responsibility for own actions and act with Integrity.
• Productivity, the demonstrated commitment to generating quality work and providing quality service in an efficient cost-effective manner.

Preferred Qualifications

• 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% - Lifting and Transferring Support / Safe Patient Handling (SPH)
• 15% - Professional Education/Training/Fitness Training

Department Overview

The Lift Team performs patient handling activities for inpatient departments/units using SPH techniques and equipment in collaboration with the RN and other healthcare providers.

POSITION INFORMATION

• Salary or Pay Range: $$33.33
• Salary Frequency: Hourly
• Salary Grade: 276
• UC Job Title: HOSP AST 3 PD
• Number of Positions: 4
• Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
• Percentage of Time: 20%
• Shift Hours: AM/PM
• Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
• Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
• Benefits Eligible: No
• Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site

Benefits

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 - Frequent 3 to 6 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 - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Frequent 3 to 6 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 - Occasional Up to 3 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 - Occasional Up to 3 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

• Must be able to lift push and pull for a twelve-hour shift.
• Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, stretching, and standing for extended periods of time is required.
• Must be able to respond to frequent lift calls immediately.
• May be required to work overtime and/or alternate shifts, weekends, holidays, variable hours, etc.
• 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

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.

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