Safe Patient Handling Assistant

The Safe Patient Handling (SPH) Assistant supports the organization's Safe Patient Handling Program at both the Santa Monica and Westwood campuses. This role assists in promoting a culture of safety by supporting staff training initiatives, conducting unit rounding, and assisting with equipment audits and program activities.

• Assist with the implementation and ongoing support of the Safe Patient Handling program at assigned campuses.
• Support staff education and training related to safe patient handling practices and equipment use.
• Conduct rounding on patient care units to assess safe patient handling practices and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Assist with audits and inventory of safe patient handling equipment to ensure availability, functionality, and compliance.
• Promote and help foster a culture focused on safe patient handling and injury prevention.
• Work collaboratively with Safe Patient Handling Coordinators and interdisciplinary team members.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned.

• Salary Range: $29.17 - $56.37 per hour

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) required.
• Preferred experience providing education or training related to safe patient handling practices.
• Previous experience in a related healthcare role, such as rehabilitation services, lift team, or similar patient care support function, is preferred.
• Must be willing and able to float between the Westwood and Santa Monica locations