Rehabilitation Engineer

TieTalent; Ashford; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Rehabilitation Engineer to join their Kent Wheelchair Service team. This role offers the opportunity to assess and prescribe mobility solutions for individuals of all ages, ensuring they achieve their lifestyle goals. You will play a vital role in delivering high-quality services, working closely with clinical teams and stakeholders. If you have a passion for helping others and possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact in the healthcare sector.

Benefits

Company Pension Scheme

25 Days Holiday

Childcare Voucher Scheme

Free On-Site Parking

Qualifications

• Experience with mobility solutions and working with patients with long-term conditions.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assess mobility needs and prescribe manual and powered wheelchairs.
• Supervise junior staff and provide guidance on equipment use.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Digital Systems Competency

Education

Registered Clinical Technologist

HCPC Registration as Clinical Scientist

Tools

Hand Tools

Workshop Equipment

Job description

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Rehabilitation Engineer

Salary £48,116 - £55,061 FTE depending on skills and experience + BENEFITS

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Job Description

Rehabilitation Engineer

Salary £48,116 - £55,061 FTE depending on skills and experience + BENEFITS

Location: Ashford/Gillingham - Free on-site parking

Hours: Full-time (part-time considered)

Rewards & Benefits

• Working Hours 37.5 hours / week (part-time hours may be considered)
• Company Pension Scheme
• 25 days holiday (plus Bank Holidays)
• Childcare Voucher Scheme
• Free on-site parking

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Wheelchair Service Rehabilitation Engineer to join our Kent Wheelchair Service team.

The Wheelchair Service supports people in the Kent and Medway area who require mobility equipment to achieve and maintain their lifestyle choices. This role offers a chance to work with service users of all ages, ideally with experience in posture and mobility services, and knowledge of manual and powered wheelchairs, though other relevant experience is also considered.

We are a leading provider of Healthcare Services working closely with NHS and Social Care Organisations, focusing on quality and user experience. We also develop our staff’s careers continually.

The Role

• Assess the mobility needs of adults and children with complex needs, prescribing manual and powered wheelchairs with posture and pressure management accessories.
• Handle all technical aspects of assessments, prescriptions, and handovers of mobility equipment, including:
• High-performance, adjustable self-propelling manual wheelchairs
• Minor modifications to wheelchairs, seating, and accessories
• Produce engineering drawings for adaptations and instructions for use
• Assemble and program complex powered wheelchair controls
• Ensure compliance with medical device regulations

You will supervise junior staff and provide guidance to colleagues, working with clinical and operational teams to deliver high-quality, personalized services. You will review and evaluate equipment, liaise with stakeholders, and support training programs, including apprenticeships and student placements. You will also undertake risk assessments related to equipment, safeguarding, moving and handling, and infection control.

About You

• Motivated with excellent organizational and communication skills, able to work independently and in a team.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
• Proven problem-solving skills using engineering and practical knowledge for mobility solutions.
• Proficient with hand tools and workshop equipment.
• Experience working with patients with long-term or deteriorating conditions is advantageous.
• Competent in digital systems for record-keeping and performance analysis.
• Registered as a Clinical Technologist or with the HCPC as a Clinical Scientist.
• Hold a full UK driving license for manual vehicles and willing to drive vans as needed.

This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check. To learn more, request a full Job Description and submit your CV.

Note: This position has been previously advertised. Please do not apply again if your details are already under consideration.

Nice-to-have skills

• Risk Management

Location: Ashford, England

Work experience: Healthcare

Languages: English

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Part-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Technology, Information and Internet