Wheelchair & Seating Solutions Technician

Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital NHS Trust; Stanmore; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned orthopedic hospital in Stanmore seeks a Medical Physics Technician to provide specialist support in the assessment and provision of wheelchairs and customised seating systems. Candidates should possess an engineering qualification or relevant experience and demonstrate a passion for aiding individuals with complex disabilities. In this diverse role, you will work alongside skilled health professionals and contribute to improving patient independence in daily activities. This position offers rewarding career opportunities in an inclusive environment.

Benefits

24/7 access to wellbeing support

Rewards & Recognition platform

Dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub

Salary sacrifice schemes

Qualifications

• Engineering qualification or relevant experience to support diverse tasks.
• Experience fitting manual and powered wheelchairs and customized seating.
• Passion for assisting people with complex disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist technical support to the Occupational Therapy Service.
• Assess and set up standard and complex manual and powered wheelchairs.
• Design and fabricate customized aids to promote independence.

Skills

Engineering qualification or relevant experience

Ability to assist individuals with complex disabilities

Experience in modifying and fitting wheelchair accessories

Education

Relevant engineering qualification

Tools

Mobility equipment

Job description

A renowned orthopedic hospital in Stanmore seeks a Medical Physics Technician to provide specialist support in the assessment and provision of wheelchairs and customised seating systems. Candidates should possess an engineering qualification or relevant experience and demonstrate a passion for aiding individuals with complex disabilities. In this diverse role, you will work alongside skilled health professionals and contribute to improving patient independence in daily activities. This position offers rewarding career opportunities in an inclusive environment.