Safe Patient Handling Assistant

Position Summary

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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $29.17 – $56.37 per hour

Qualifications

• 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