Injury Prevention Tech 1- Injury Prevention
Tampa General HospitalJobsCloseBy Editorial Insights
Tampa General Hospital is seeking an Injury Prevention Tech I for a full‑time, on site role in Tampa with a variable shift from 9:00 am to 6:30 pm. The IP Tech I performs patient transfers and repositioning under nursing supervision, uses appropriate lifting equipment to minimize manual lifting, and handles maintenance and cleaning of slings and equipment while supporting infection control and risk management in line with the hospital’s mission. Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, direct patient care experience, and successful completion of an 8–10 week training program, plus strong verbal communication and proficiency with IT applications. To apply, customize your resume to showcase hands-on patient handling and equipment care, confirm on site availability, and highlight teamwork and a willingness to learn; apply through the Tampa General Hospital careers portal.
Description
The Injury Prevention Technician I (IP Tech I) is responsible for performing patient transfers and repositioning under the supervision of the Nursing staff using the appropriate patient lifting equipment. Follows national safe patient standards and guidelines to minimize manual lifting of patients. Responsible for the maintenance and inventory of patient lifting equipment along with maintaining proper hygiene of the slings on each unit. May assist with team member education and training of patient lifting equipment and transfer techniques when indicated. Demonstrates positive customer relations, infection control and risk management standards. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with mission, vision and value of Tampa General Hospital.
Direct patient care experience and successful completion of an 8–10-week training program. Must have good verbal communication skills and proficiency in utilizing various information technology applications.
Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
Direct patient care experience and successful completion of an 8–10-week training program.
Must have good verbal communication skills and proficiency in utilizing various information technology applications.