Job Description

Temporary, Full Time (Until August 2, 2024, with the possibility of extension)
10726RP1
Hours 75 bi-weekly (8 hour days)
Salary CG-33 ($30.15 - $33.54)
Competition Number 2023007863
Posted Date February 2, 2024
Closing Date February 9, 2024

About Us
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services (NL Health Services) brings together five former separate health entities - Eastern Health, Central Health, Western Health, Labrador-Grenfell Health, and the Newfoundland and Labrador Centre for Health Information. The creation of a provincial health authority was announced following recommendations from Health Accord NL.

NL Health Services is responsible for delivering health and community services to more than 528,000 people living in Newfoundland and Labrador and employs over 21,000 people. NLHealthServices.ca

Job Summary
The Adaptive Seating Technician oversees the technical side of the Seating Services and is responsible for managing a technical caseload. In this position, the Seating Technician will collaborate with the interdisciplinary Seating Team members in the evaluation, prescription design and fabrication of simple and complex seating systems and adaptive equipment to promote independence and quality of life for persons with physical disabilities. Work includes fabricating or supervising the fabrication of an insert, complex seating system, or Activities of Daily Living (ADL) equipment; ensuring the daily operation of the adaptive seating department and laboratory through logistics and documentation, inventory/stock orders, lab and machine maintenance and workload management; researching and developing new technologies, techniques, materials and processes for the highly specialized area of adaptive seating; providing expert advice to occupational therapists, physiotherapists and other professionals within the hospital and the community in the specialized area of adaptive seating; supervising and training prosthetic/orthotic technicians levels I,II,III, or IV, in the specialized area of adaptive seating design, fabrication, and fitting, supervising summer volunteers and work term students and performing other related duties as required.

Job Demands
By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to):
Occasionally lifts materials weighing between 25 and 50 lbs. and regularly works with plaster casts which can be quite heavy. Many of the items are awkwardly shaped making lifting and moving difficult.
Constantly standing using hand tools requiring accurate control, steadiness and movement to fabricate devices, mold and shape objects.
Regularly uses gross and fine motor skills to lift and assemble wheelchair components.
Visual concentration includes using machinery such as a band saw, ensuring proper measurements and proper alignment of all devices. Repetition requiring alertness occurs when sewing with an industrial sewing machine or when grinding materials. Knives are frequently used which requires concentration to avoid injury. Works with students or volunteers observing their use of fabrication machinery, therefore attention is critical.

Job Qualifications
Successful completion of formal training in Prosthetics and Orthotics from a recognized Prosthetics and Orthotics Technical College Program or equivalent as determined by the employer is required.
Minimum of three years of experience within the last five in Prosthetics and Orthotics or in an adaptive seating facility is required.
Experience working with various materials, including wood, metal, thermoplastics and temperate foams, as required in various seating systems is required.
Demonstrated strong technical skills.
Demonstrated strong communication skills.
Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.


IF THERE ARE NO QUALIFIED APPLICANTS, AN IN-HOUSE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY IS AVAILABLE.

If there are no internal/external applicants that demonstrate the required qualifications, consideration may be given to an applicant that is willing to complete in-house training in seating systems and adaptive equipment. The applicant must possess post-secondary education and experience in repairing and maintaining equipment such as wheelchairs or experience working with various materials, including wood, metal, thermoplastics and temperate foams. During the training, the successful applicant will be paid at the salary scale associated with his/her current classification or as a Prosthetic/Orthotic Technician II depending on the level of education and experience possessed. The applicant must successfully complete the training within the prescribed timeframe. Once completed, s/he will be appointed to a Prosthetic/Orthotic Technician IV B (Seating) position and be paid at that rate. Any financial costs associated with the training will be covered by the employer.

Employees, to review your attendance record please refer to your employee portal on the Intranet for details. The attendance record is only available to employees who are currently in positions that accumulate sick time.

If this is an internal posting only, only applicants of the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit will be considered. If this is an internal and external posting, all applications will be accepted and preference will be given to those qualified candidates who are internal to the Eastern Health NAPE HS Regional Bargaining Unit.

Apply online at https://employment.easternhealth.ca

Upon successfully applying for a vacancy then you will receive a confirmation email. If you do not receive this email please contact Recruitment 777-7777 ext 5-2 immediately

To become a part of our team, please submit an up to date resume/cover letter or application form online, clearly demonstrating how you meet the required qualifications. Include your current mailing address, day-time contact number, e-mail address, competition and employee number if applicable.

Contact Information for Recruitment Related Inquiries:

Telephone: (709) 777-7777 (5-2) or 1-800-563-3693
Email: employment@easternhealth.ca. Applications/resumes are not accepted at this email address.

If you are no longer interested in the position, you can withdraw your application by emailing employment@easternhealth.ca as soon as possible.

NL Health Services is committed to inclusive and barrier-free recruitment, selection, and onboarding processes. We will be happy to work with applicants requesting support during the process. If you have any questions, feel free to contact our Recruitment Line at 777-7777 press 5 then press 2 (long distance 1-800-563-3693) outlining how we can help.

EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The successful candidate will be required to provide a satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local Police (Vulnerable Sector Check may be required), educational documents, registration/licensure if applicable and Social Insurance Number.

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