Patient Handling Technician

Job Title: Patient Handling Technician

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Ctr

Department Name: Physical Therapy

Req #: 0000209967

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Under the direction of the manager, the Patient Handling Technician provides patient transfers to all types of patients using appropriate techniques/lifting devices. Documents all patient encounters, as well as verbally communicates with nurses, physical therapists and occupational therapists when needed.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High school diploma, successful completion of department orientation program

Preferred:

• College Graduate preferred
• Healthcare experience preferred

Scheduling Requirements

• Shift: Day
• Status: Per Diem
• Time: Sundays from 9:30a.m.-5:00p.m. (Also, some occasional weekday availability to cover staff PTO)

Essential Functions:

• Assists in development of daily schedule as directed by his/her supervisor.
• Assists in the orientation and training of new department members.
• Attends department meetings and in-service as required.
• Communicates appropriately with supervisors and keeps them informed of issues, problems, concerns. (i.e. patient care, administration, scheduling)
• Demonstrates knowledge of precautions regarding oxygen tanks/lines, port a catheter, Picc lines, central lines, etc.
• Demonstrates proper body mechanics while working with patients and equipment.
• Documents daily, both on the computer and in the logbook, all patient encounters.
• Maintains adequate productivity levels, as determined by the supervisor.
• Performs appropriate cleaning/disinfecting of lifting equipment as needed.
• Performs office tasks as necessary, demonstrates appropriate telephone skills and relays/acts upon information in a timely manner.
• Performs other tasks as directed by his/her supervisor or the department director.
• Provides patient transfers to all types of patients throughout the medical center.
• Seeks guidance from the primary nurse regarding current patient status and relates pertinent patient information back to the RN and/or PT/OT.
• Understands and implements the patient’s weight-bearing and orthopedic precautions, as well as consults with physical or occupational therapists regarding difficult or unusual circumstances.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques and demonstrates proper use of lifting devices to ensure safe handling of patients. Checks patients for signs of distress following transfer.
• Works schedule as assigned by the supervisor.

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RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer