Adaptive Equipment Technician

Elizabeth Seton Children’s•Yonkers, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY Fabricate special positioning devices, and other adapted equipment as per the needs of the children/residents of the Elizabeth Seton Children’s Center. To provide assistance and guidance to the therapy staff in all aspects of fabrication of adapted equipment. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position. Understands and promotes Elizabeth Seton Children’s Mission, Vision, and Core Values to ensure application with organizational policies and procedures and everyday practices. Continually strive to improve the organization’s systems and/or services. Make decisions as a team to fulfill our mission, share recognition, and learn from failures. Treat every resident, family member, and co-worker with dignity, respect, and courtesy. To fabricate prescribed adaptive positioning devices upon receipt of specifications as per work orders (measure, outline, cut, sew, drill, hammer, screw) and also use of workshop machinery and industrial sewing machine. To repair, make necessary revisions to and provide maintenance of devices upon receipt of work order. Dispense equipment to therapists/neighborhoods upon completion (all work requested is done, item is clean, safe, name tags on all pieces, paperwork completed). Attendance required at in-house adaptive equipment clinics to assess seating needs. Emergency repairs of wheelchairs and positioning devices as needed. Assist in the inventory and organization of adaptive equipment workshop and tools/supplies on an ongoing basis. Understanding & involvement in inventory/maintenance of the adapted equipment workshop. Input in purchasing of supplies for adaptive equipment workshop. To maintain and track the return of equipment no longer used by residents in the facility as well as residents discharged from the facility. Maintenance review of all equipment returned to inventory. Working in a proficient & cost-effective manner as is required for the adapted equipment workshop. Participation in the in-service education to enhance clinical and professional competence. To assist the adaptive equipment and rehabilitation staff as needed. Contribute to and promote a collaborative work environment. Exchanging of skills and procedures is important for this niche role. To Prioritize work orders for repairs and complete as per need. To complete work order documentation as jobs are completed and ready for fittings and/or being dispensed. Carry out standards for customer service; quality improvement; professional development; environmental, safety and infection control practices; confidentiality, corporate compliance and all other Pediatric Center policies and procedures; attend all mandatory in-services to ensure regulatory compliance and best practices in working with residents and their families. Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director, and/or administrator.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Experience working complex rehabilitation technology
Experience with adaptive equipment such as tilt in space and power wheelchairs
Experience with tools required for fabrication and repair of wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment
Strong experience with craftsmanship and carpentry skills
Strong communication skills
Adaptable learner
Attentive listener with critical and creative thinking ability
Ability to problem solve
Ability to trouble shoot mechanical and/or electrical issues
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language fluently.
Must meet or exceed all health standards and requirements for the position as established by NYDOH and all other regulatory agencies.
Must meet the general health requirements set fourth by the policies of this Center which includes a medical and physical examination.
Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds.
Perform tasks that may involve exposure to the resident’s blood/body fluids.
Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents, if necessary.

Nice To Haves

Industrial sewing experience
Automotive, marine, or airplane upholstery experience
Experience with 3D printing
Experience with Computer aided design (CAD)

Responsibilities

Fabricate special positioning devices and other adapted equipment.
Provide assistance and guidance to therapy staff in fabrication of adapted equipment.
Fabricate prescribed adaptive positioning devices using various tools and machinery.
Repair, revise, and maintain devices.
Dispense completed equipment to therapists/neighborhoods.
Attend adaptive equipment clinics to assess seating needs.
Perform emergency repairs of wheelchairs and positioning devices.
Assist in inventory and organization of the adaptive equipment workshop.
Participate in inventory/maintenance of the adapted equipment workshop.
Provide input in purchasing supplies for the workshop.
Maintain and track the return of equipment.
Perform maintenance review of returned equipment.
Work in a proficient and cost-effective manner.
Participate in in-service education.
Assist adaptive equipment and rehabilitation staff.
Prioritize work orders for repairs.
Complete work order documentation.
Adhere to standards for customer service, quality improvement, professional development, safety, infection control, confidentiality, and corporate compliance.
Attend mandatory in-services.