Wheelchair Technician - Registry/PRN
Company: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab
Location: Chicago
Posted on: April 26, 2024
Job Description:
By joining our team, you'll be part of our life-changing Mission
and Vision. You'll work in a truly inclusive environment where
diversity and equity are championed through words and actions.
You'll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none,
one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You'll play
a role in something that's never been done before as we integrate
science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster
outcomes - as we Advance Human Ability, together.
Job Description SummaryThe Wheelchair Technician will customize,
assembles, install, adjust, and repair manual and power wheelchairs
and seating components as specified by the therapist or supervisor.
- Participates in the maintenance of hand and machine tools and
inventory of stock wheelchair, seating components and parts.The
Wheelchair Technician will consistently demonstrate support of the
Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core
Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts
and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families,
fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or
in the interest of the institute.The Wheelchair Technician will
demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication,
Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving,
Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery,
Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job
duties.
Job DescriptionThe Wheelchair Technician:
- Fits patients for wheelchairs as specified by a therapist or
supervisor, taking into account height, weight, diagnosis,
prognosis, clinical and functional goals, and environment to
determine appropriate wheelchair base and type of assistive devices
or modifications that best suit the patient need.
- Assembles, adjusts, modifies and repairs wheelchairs and
seating components utilized by inpatients as specified by a
therapist or supervisor.
- Assembles and provides customized configuration, adjustment and
programming of computerized electronics systems of power chairs,
including the wheeled mobility base, adaptive drive controls and
seating system and functions.
- Provides instruction of proper use of the equipment
particularly with power wheelchairs and alternative drive
controls.
- Performs intermediate level mechanical and electrical
wheelchair repair.
- Performs data entry functions as relates to chair assignment
and processing.
- Assists in the cleaning, disinfecting and inventory maintenance
of stock wheelchairs, seating components and parts.
- Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best
interest of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.Reporting Relationships
- Reports directly to the Lead Wheelchair TechnicianKnowledge,
Skills & Abilities Required
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One year of experience in rehabilitation technology or related
field preferred.
- Wheelchair technician certification including mechanics of
manual and power wheelchairs, power electronics configuration,
maintenance and repair, electronics programming, seating set up and
repair desired.
- Ability to operate hand tools, power hand tools and machine
tools including, but not limited to, a table saw, band saw, drill
press, and disc and belt sanders.
- Analytical ability to interpret therapist specifications.
- Visual acuity and gross/fine motor skills required for the safe
and efficient use of equipment, tools and materials.
- Strong customer service and communication skills needed to
interact with patients, coworkers, healthcare professionals, and
vendors.Working Conditions
- Occasional exposure to loud noises, unpleasant odors and
dust.
- Use of appropriate protective gear and environmental systems
are provided.
- Work requires operations of various hand tools, power tools,
and machine tools.The above statements are intended to describe the
general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned
to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an
exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required
of personnel so classified.Equal Employment Opportunity ShirleyRyan
AbilityLab is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race,
color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran
status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Keywords: Shirley Ryan AbilityLab, Mount Prospect , Wheelchair Technician - Registry/PRN, Professions , Chicago, Illinois
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