Job Description
Lift Technician Per Diem Job Summary Lift Techs serve as a resource in the use of Safe Patient Handling (SPH) equipment and movement of patients. Lift Techs also serve as body mechanics and SPH coaches and trainers for staff involved in patient handling. Must be familiar with standard precautions and isolation procedures. Must be skilled in best practices related to patient lifting, proper body mechanics and testing for minimal assistance, safe patient handling and safe practice and procedures. Must be skilled in handling bariatric patients and pediatric patients.
Apply By Date : 3/30/2025 by 11:59pm Minimum Qualifications - American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) or UC Davis Health CPR within three (3) months of hire.
- Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Training within three (3) months of hire.
- Knowledge of and experience safely operating safe patient handling equipment including lifts, friction reducing devices, powered and non-powered patient equipment.
- Experience safely operating wheelchairs, gurneys, electric beds, cribs, and special beds.
- Experience in recognizing and reporting problems with life support equipment or a sudden change in a patient's condition.
- Must have knowledge of basic body mechanics and safe patient lift/transfer techniques.
- Must have good written and verbal communication skills.
- It is the responsibility of the Lift Team to ensure the safety of our patients and staff by adhering to and enforcing the SPH policy and using SPH techniques and equipment.
- Serve as a resource in the use of SPH equipment and movement of patients.
- Serve as body mechanics and SPH coaches and trainers for staff involved in patient handling.
- Strong knowledge of patient care support activities. systems, external regulations. and internal policies.
- Knowledge of Fair Labor Practices, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and University policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated analytical experience with the ability to identify, analyze, report and resolve problems accurately and timely.
- Knowledge and ability to exercise discretion, use good judgment and maintain confidentiality.
- Experience establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
- Ability to maintain composure, respond calmly, and use sound Judgment during medical emergencies.
- Knowledge of proper body mechanics and patient transfer techniques. and skill to transfer patients without injury to self, patient or others.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow appropriate Infection control techniques to safeguard other patients and visitors from infected patients.
- Knowledge of CPR. 02, IVs/pumps, feeding tubes/pumps, foley bags, and chest tubes.
- Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
- Ability to maintain a culture that values diversity, respect and accepts the contribution of others, and supports open communication.
- Skills to perform CPR.
- Judgment skills to make independent clinical decisions.
- Knowledge of legal implications for clinical practice.21. Ability to appropriately use available resources (personnel and equipment/supplies)
- Ability to appropriately use available resources (personnel and equipment/supplies) to ensure that the patients on a specific unit receive safe, appropriate patient care during the course of a shift.
- Ability to appropriately share and exchange information.
- Quality Improvement, the demonstrated commitment to pursuing progress and striving for excellence.
- Ability to take personal responsibility for own actions and act with Integrity.
- Productivity, the demonstrated commitment to generating quality work and providing quality service in an efficient cost-effective manner.
Preferred Qualifications - Prior experience in-patient care setting; assisting in safe patient handling, mobility, and emergency code blue situations is highly recommended.
- Knowledge of Fair Labor Practices, Collective Bargaining Agreements, and University policies and procedures.
Key Responsibilities - 85% - Lifting and Transferring Support / Safe Patient Handling (SPH)
- 15% - Professional Education/Training/Fitness Training
Department Overview The Lift Team performs patient handling activities for inpatient departments/units using SPH techniques and equipment in collaboration with the RN and other healthcare providers.
POSITION INFORMATION - Salary or Pay Range: $33.33
- Salary Frequency: Hourly
- Salary Grade: 276
- UC Job Title: HOSP AST 3 PD
- Number of Positions: 1
- Appointment Type: Staff: Per Diem
- Percentage of Time: 20%
- Shift Hours: Variable
- Location: Main Hospital (HSP001)
- Union Representation: EX-Patient Care Technical
- Benefits Eligible: No
- Hybrid/Remote/Onsite: This position is 100% on-site
- THIS IS NOT A H-1B OPPORTUNITY
Benefits Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting either our handy Benefits Summary for UC Davis Health Employees or Benefits Summary for UC Davis Employees and our Benefits Page .
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- High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
- UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
- Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
- Paid Holidays annually as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Paid Time Off/Vacation/Sick Time as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program as stipulated in the UC Davis Health Policies or Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
- WorkLife and Wellness programs and resources
- On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
- Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
- Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
- UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff Physical Demands
- Standing - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Walking - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Sitting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Lifting/Carrying over 50 lbs - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 0-25 Lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling 26-50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Pushing/Pulling over 50 lbs - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Bending/Stooping - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Squatting/Kneeling - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Twisting - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Reaching overhead - Frequent 3 to 6 Hours
- Keyboard use/repetitive motion - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Environmental Demands
- Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Loud noise levels - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Marked changes in humidity or temperature - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Microwave/Radiation - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Extreme Temperatures - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
- Uneven Surfaces or Elevations - Occasional Up to 3 Hours
Mental Demands
- Sustained attention and concentration - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Complex problem solving/reasoning - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Ability to organize & prioritize - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Communication skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Numerical skills - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Constant Interaction - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Customer/Patient Contact - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
- Multiple Concurrent Tasks - Continuous 6 to 8+ Hours
Work Environment 1. Must be able to lift push and pull for a twelve-hour shift.2. Frequent bending, stooping, lifting, stretching, and standing for extended periods of time is required.3. Must be able to respond to frequent lift calls immediately.4. May be required to work overtime and/or alternate shifts, weekends, holidays, variable hours, etc5.Must attend department trainings, workshops, conferences and professional meetings.6. Required University-provided training and testing (i.e., lift equipment/assistive devices, proper body mechanics, etc.)7. Required University-provided training and testing Code Blue Training8. Required University-provided training and testing Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training9. Required University-provided training and testing Maintaining the Dignity of Morbid Obesity in the Hospital Setting Special Requirements
- This is a critical position, as defined by UC policy and local procedures, and as such, employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check(s), including but not limited to criminal record history background check(s)
- This position is designated as a mandated reporter under CANRA and UC policy, and employment is contingent on compliance with applicable policies, procedures and training requirements
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