What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Ambulation Technician position at UPMC?
UPMC Western Maryland is seeking a full-time Patient Ambulation Technician to support the Clinical Resource Team!
Patient Ambulation Technicians work in both inpatient and outpatient settings. You will provide assistance to and work under the supervision of professional staff in implementing patient care treatment plans. Transports patients and adjunct equipment between treatment areas. Maintains open communication with coworkers, physicians, and other dept staff.
This full-time position will work daylight shifts and does include some weekend and holiday coverage - every 3rd holiday and weekend.
Responsibilities:
- Assists with clerical functions.
- Consistently reports to work for regularly scheduled shifts while adhering to designated start/end times of shift and meal periods. Proper utilization of PTO.
- Demonstrates timely completion of all annual competencies as required by department, regulatory and accrediting agencies, and UPMC Health System.
- Assists with the treatment of patients under the supervision of professional staff including but not limited to:
- Ambulating patients as directed by licensed professionals. Patient treatment includes transfers/bed mobility, vital signs, therapeutic activities/exercise.
- Assisting patients with the use of various modes of exercise equipment.
- Adhering to safety measures/procedures set forth by department policies and procedures.
- Offering explanation/clarification to patients as needed (within the scope of this position, their experience, and training).
- Notifying licensed professionals when uncertain of treatment program/technique or if/when patient's response/condition changes.
- Prepares for and responds to emergencies in a manner consistent with hospital/department guidelines.
- Upon request by the Supervisor, assists with staff development, special projects, and community programs.
- Promotes effective communication and demonstrates cooperation and teamwork within the Rehab Services Department, the Cardiopulmonary Rehab Department, the hospital, and other health care professionals.
- Participation in the Co-Worker Feedback program if asked.
- Transports patients and adjunct equipment between treatment areas in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
- Participates in meetings, in-services, and continuing education.
Salary : $18 - $27
