Lift Technician - Downey - On Call Days
Primary Location Downey, California
Worker Location Onsite
Facility Downey Medical Center
Job Number 1328911 Date posted 01/31/2025
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Description:
The Lift Technician provides patient handling assistance to support and function as part of the hospitals nursing/patient care services team. The Lift Technician functions collaboratively on the unit/department with guidance of a Registered Nurse/Technician responsible for the care of the patient where the assistance is needed. Lift Technicians are trained to work in pairs as a Lift Team. This position reports to a [Dept. Manager/Designee]. The Lift Technician provides assistance in the tasks of repositioning and transferring patients collaboratively with the nursing/patient care services staff. The Lift Technician is also trained to utilize patient care handling equipment that assists in the lifting and transferring of patients in accordance with manufacturers and hospitals guidelines to minimize injury risks.
Job Summary:
The Lift Technician provides patient handling assistance to support and function as part of the hospitals nursing/patient care services team. The Lift Technician functions collaboratively on the unit/department with guidance of a Registered Nurse/Technician responsible for the care of the patient where the assistance is needed. Lift Technicians are trained to work in pairs as a Lift Team. This position reports to a [Dept. Manager/Designee]. The Lift Technician provides assistance in the tasks of repositioning and transferring patients collaboratively with the nursing/patient care services staff. The Lift Technician is also trained to utilize patient care handling equipment that assists in the lifting and transferring of patients in accordance with manufacturers and hospitals guidelines to minimize injury risks.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws. Functions as a member of the Lift Team (consisting of 2 trained technicians who work together) to provide assistance to the nursing/patient care services staff in the safe lifting and transferring of patients that have been identified as appropriate for this service. Utilizes proper body mechanics, lifting techniques, and observes hospital protocol. Utilizes patient handling equipment, transfer devices, and protective equipment in compliance with hospital policies, vendor specifications, and patient handling protocols. Works cooperatively as part of the nursing/patient care services team and adheres to department and hospital policies and procedures. Demonstrates appropriate judgment in all aspects of patient care. Maintains patient and employee safety as a basic premise of all tasks performed. Must have the ability to recognize the needs and concerns of members, co-workers, and physicians while maintaining positive working relationships.
Basic Qualifications:
Experience
- Knowledge of basic body mechanics is required. Knowledge of related patient lifting or transport is required. Must be able to lift, push, pull and transport patients on a daily basis. Job requires ability to lift as part of a team, utilizing appropriate equipment for assistance. Job also requires frequent bending, stooping, lifting, stretching and standing for extended periods of time.
- Must successfully complete capacity screening prior to first day of employment
Education
- N/A
License, Certification, Registration
- Basic Life Support
Additional Requirements:
- N/A
Preferred Qualifications:
- Completion of course work in the basic sciences or related programs such as physical education, nursing or physical therapy. Prior experience in rehabilitation service or healthcare setting is desired.
- Experience or certification in BLS. Ability to demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy, basic medical terminology, and rehabilitation principles .
Notes:
- This is an on-call position, days and hours may vary
Primary Location: California,Downey,Downey Medical Center
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 1
Shift: Day
Workdays: Sun, Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat,
Working Hours Start: 08:00 PM
Working Hours End: 04:30 AM
Job Schedule: Call-in/On-Call
Job Type: Standard
Worker Location: Onsite
Employee Status: Regular
Employee Group/Union Affiliation: B01|SEIU|Local 399
Job Level: Entry Level
Department: Downey Medical Center - Patient Transportation - 0801
Pay Range: $30.92 - $34.11 / hour
The ranges posted above reflect the location in the job posting. The salary range may vary if you reside in a different location or state than the location posted.
Travel: No
On-site: Work location is on-site (KP designated office, medical office building or hospital).
Worker location must align with Kaiser Permanente's Authorized States policy.
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Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.
For jobs where work will be performed in unincorporated LA County, the employer provides the following statement in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship on the following job duties, potentially resulting in the withdrawal of the conditional offer of employment:
