Injury Prevention Specialist, Safe Patient Mobilization

• Provides education and training on safe patient mobilization best practices
• Designs curriculum, e-learning modules, lesson plans, presentation materials and handouts; Incorporates adult learning theory into curriculum design
• Ensures training materials meet instructional objectives and quality standards
• Develops competencies relevant to SPM
• Serves as a facilitator with assigned SPM projects and priorities.

• Serves as a leader and clinical advisor in SPM methodologies
• Provides individualized and group coaching on best practices regarding SPM equipment use.
• Assists and supports department leadership teams and staff in using SPM processes and equipment
• Serves as a resource to staff in applying SPM in challenging clinical environments
• Provides site support during SPM program implementation.

• Conducts observational rounds to monitor SPM practices; provides feedback and targeted education; recommends monitoring activities.

• Provides project management, change management, and performance improvement methodology to areas in which patient care is delivered
• Projects future SPM needs and assists in development of project budget
• Establishes plans and procedures including standard work and daily management systems to assure that improvements are realized and sustained
• Participates in data collection and analysis
• Evaluates project impact, effectiveness, sustainability, and scalability of processes and outcomes.

• Collaborates with departments, leadership, and safety teams to assess needs, eliminate equipment use barriers, and implement sustainable change.

• Bachelor’s Degree and 4 years’ related experience; OR
• A license with the Oregon Physical Therapist Licensing Board as a Physical Therapist; OR
• Completed an accredited physical therapy educational program and be eligible to obtain an Oregon Physical Therapy license or temporary permit.
• At time of appointment must have at least a temporary permit.

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in a healthcare or clinical setting focused on patient care, injury prevention, or ergonomics.
• Experience providing training or coaching, preferably in topics related to patient mobilization, safety, or equipment use.
• Knowledge of Safe Patient Mobilization (SPM) principles, practices, and equipment.
• Understanding of ergonomics, body mechanics, and injury prevention strategies in a clinical setting.
• Ability to design and deliver effective training using adult learning principles.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to coach and influence behavior change.
• Experience leading or supporting Safe Patient Mobilization (SPM) initiatives in a healthcare system.
• Experience in developing and delivering training curriculum or e-learning modules.
• Experience with project management or performance improvement methodologies.

• This is a 1.0 FTE position with a flexible schedule to be arranged within standard department hours, Monday – Friday, depending on operational and meeting needs.
• The role will be primarily on-site rounding and providing hands-on skills training in patient care areas, with occasional remote work for administrative, planning, and evaluation duties.

Oregon Health & Science University