Job Details
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
At Saint Francis Hospital, the Patient Mobility Technician (PMT) assumes a pivotal role in enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction with care. They engage in meaningful social interactions with patients and their families, demonstrating skillful connection in a respectful and supportive manner to inspire and motivate individuals towards achieving personalized ambulation goals.
Your responsibilities will include:
* Guiding patients in ambulation activities.
* Diligently tracking and documenting the distance and frequency of each patient's daily walks, identifying, and addressing any obstacles to safe ambulation.
* Empowering patients to express concerns or requests, with a strong ability to communicate these observations and requests effectively to the care team.
* Demonstrating flexibility by adjusting walking schedules to maximize the number of patients engaged in daily walks.
Minimum Qualifications
* Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
* Prior healthcare or patient service experience preferred but not required.
* Must be organized and able to prioritize effectively.
* Must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills. Able to use a computer/mouse, etc.
* Must have excellent customer service skills and ability to collaborate with the healthcare team.
* Ability to pass drug screening and background check.
Position Highlights and Benefits
* Full-Time 40 hours, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., no weekends
* Great Benefits
* Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1
* Career growth and advancement potential
* Lucrative referral program
Ministry/Facility Information
Saint Francis Hospital has been an anchor institution in Connecticut since 1897. Saint Francis, a member of Trinity Health Of New England and Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Saint Francis Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center, is a 617-bed hospital and a major teaching hospital. Other Saint Francis entities include the Comprehensive Women's Health Center, the Connecticut Joint Replacement Institute, and the Smilow Cancer Hospital.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.