Job description
It takes a lot of very smart, hard-working and talented people to provide the level of care that we give to our patients. Tufts Medical Center is an internationally respected academic medical center and we pride ourselves not only on the sophistication of the care we deliver, but the compassionate way in which we provide it. And that starts with our employees.
The Cardiomyopathy Center (CMC) is a 16 bed intermediate care unit specializing in the care of patients with advanced heart failure. This unit is comprised of both medical and surgical patients receiving inotropic support and diuresis, often requiring hemodynamic monitoring through a pulmonary artery catheter (PA catheter). Many of our patients are also being evaluated for heart transplants and ventricular assist device (VAD) surgery. The CMC also cares for the patients at Tufts Medical Center that are post-heart transplant and post-VAD surgery. Patients following surgery often have PA catheters, epicardial pacing wires, chest tubes.
The Mobility tech works under the supervision of the professional nurse and collaborates with rehabilitation professionals to meet the needs of the patient within the scope of the role. The Mobility technician will independently provide, or assist in direct patient care to safety mobilize patients in the inpatient hospital setting The patients are identified by nursing and physical therapy for mobilization and are either assisted out of bed or ambulated to prevent weakening and improve health outcomes during their hospital stay. The Mobility technician will successfully complete and maintain competencies in role specific skills. The Mobility technician provides an environment supportive of the patient and family centered model of care.
Outcomes of the role include improved overall patient experience, patient outcomes and reduced length of stay by means of ensuring patients achieve readiness for discharge sooner. This dedicated role increases the quantity of patients receiving early ambulation with a focus on improving functional independence at discharge.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- Current BLS Certification required
This position is ideal for graduates of Sports Medicine as well as students studying physical therapy.
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home — an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. Please note that effective October 1, 2021, as a condition of employment at Tufts Medicine, all employees and new hires must have received their complete dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, unless they have been granted an exemption. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.
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