At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. 
 
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Voorhees - 100 Bowman Drive

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Job Information:

Job Summary:

Performs activities specific to patient safety and mobility under supervision of a licensed PT or Registered Nurse while following Progressive Mobility duties as well as safe and efficient transportation of patients from setting to setting in the acute care hospital.

Position Responsibilities:

Assists therapy and inpatient staff with patient care as directed.

Responsible for assisting in ongoing patient mobility including bed mobility/repositioning, transfers, and ambulation of hospital inpatients with the goal of improving/maintaining patient mobility to decrease deconditioning, risk of falls, pressure ulcers, extremity contractures and length of stay.

Reinforces education of patient and family/responsible party regarding individual care needs and safety issues.

Participates in Virtua patient satisfaction initiatives and goals.

Provides for a safe environment and safe delivery of care.

Position Qualifications Required:

Required Experience:

Computer competency-working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.

Ability to learn and demonstrate competency in proper and safe patient handling including repositioning/bed mobility, transfer/lifting, and progressive ambulation using appropriate assistive devices as needed (cane, walker, crutches).

Required Education:

Minimum high school diploma or GED

Training / Certification / Licensure:

CPR Certification