Wheelchair Technician

Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with complex mobility impairments. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in wheelchair provision and support a diverse caseload, including children and adults. You will work closely with clinicians, providing holistic care and education to clients while managing stock levels and ensuring smooth service operations. With a focus on professional development and a supportive environment, this position is perfect for someone motivated to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Supportive Multidisciplinary Team

Flexible Working Policies

Health and Wellbeing Programs

Qualifications

• Experience working with clients with mobility needs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support clinical team in managing a diverse caseload of clients.
• Conduct assessments and provide guidance on wheelchair provision.

Skills

Patient-Centered Care

Mobility Assessment

Team Collaboration

Communication Skills

Education

Experience as Therapy Assistant or Technician

Tools

Wheelchair Equipment

Stock Management Systems

Job description

Sheffield Wheelchair Services is offering an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated team committed to enhancing the independence and quality of life for individuals with complex mobility impairments.

We welcome applications from existing NHS Employees possibly working as a Therapy Assistant or Technician with some experience of working with clients with mobility needs or wheelchairs to develop their experience further.

This is not just a job; it's an opportunity to gain valuable experience and develop skills in the provision of wheelchairs and seating for clients who have varied long term mobility needs. The post holder will support the clinical team and be responsible for booking in new and existing equipment, assessing and maintaining stock levels and liaising with the administrative team and suppliers to ensure stock is maintained at the necessary levels required to ensure the smooth running of the service.

Support to the clinical team within clinics both on and off site will be expected as will independent community visits for less complex cases, requiring the measurement of clients, demonstration and handover of wheelchairs and accessories where appropriate.

We are looking for someone who is motivated, patient-centred and an ability to work within a small team or independently as required to help achieve client's health and wellbeing goals.

Support Clinicians in Managing a Diverse Caseload: Working with children and adults eligible for NHS wheelchair provision, including simple manual provision, configurable lightweight or active user provision, powered wheelchairs, specialist buggies, postural management, pressure care and complex seating needs.

Support Clinicians in Personalised Care: Provide holistic, individualised care for people with long-term and often complex needs through assisting in the assessment, review and handover of equipment.

Education & Guidance: Offer basic and simple guidance and education to clients, their carers, and other representatives.

Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team.

Stock Control: Booking in new and existing equipment including wheelchairs, special seating, accessories, cushions and any other stock items requested by the service. Assessment and maintenance of stock levels for locally held accessories acting as a liaison between our administrative team and suppliers to ensure stock is at the levels required to ensure the smooth running of the service.

Clinical Support: Within clinics both on and off site as well as independent community visits for less complex cases,

A full clean driving licence is essential.

You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

Why Join Us?

Career Growth & Experience: An opportunity to spend time working within a specialised service dealing with various conditions/disabilities and clients of all ages.

Impactful Work: Contribute to enhancing the independence and well-being of individuals of all ages across the region with long-term and complex needs.

Autonomy: Enjoy variety in your role and the balance of working independently whilst being part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Your base will be at the Mobility and Specialised Rehabilitation Centre, Northern General Hospital, with clinical activities also undertaken in community settings and clients' homes. This role involves some lone working, regional travel, and physical fitness for moving and handling equipment and clients.

Join us in this unique opportunity to gain experience working in a highly specialised field with a variety of different clients of all age groups, helping to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. Apply today to become a vital part of our dynamic and dedicated team.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Paul Gambles Job title: Clinical Lead Email address: [e-mail] Telephone number: 0114 2267355