Review Vacancy
AgencyHealth, Department of - Helen Hayes Hospital
TitleAdaptive Equipment Specialist - 70208
Occupational CategoryOther Professional Careers
Bargaining UnitPS&T - Professional, Scientific, and Technical (PEF)
Salary RangeFrom $57764 to $72630 Annually
Duties Description The Orthotic and Prosthetic Department is a fast-paced, dynamic environment requiring close coordination with the team in order to meet the needs of patients. The Adaptive Equipment Specialist assumes responsibility for maintaining the Orthotic/Prosthetic Department in a clean, sanitized and organized manner while maintaining stock of items and materials used in the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic devices. The incumbent will assist clinicians with patient interactions which involve assessing patient’s orthotic and prosthetic needs, taking measurements, impressions for orthotic and prosthetic devices; all aspects of fabrication, maintenance, adjustment and/or repair of prosthetic/orthotic devices, and fitting the devices to patients, all under guidance/consultation with the clinician. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Non-Competitive: Two years of experience designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment; or two years of skilled experience in carpentry or a related trade, one year of which must have been designing and manufacturing adaptive equipment for individuals.
Preferred Qualifications: The preferred candidate will have two years of experience as an artisan, general mechanic or tradesperson. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to multitask and have direct professional interaction with persons with a variety of handicapping conditions. Successful completion of education such as graduating from a CAAHEP/NCOPE accredited Orthotics and Prosthetics technical school program or formalized training related to a trade is preferred. Experience with sculpting, spackling, auto body or metalwork and the ability to weld is a preferred qualification.
Additional Comments One permanent, non-competitive, full-time appointment.
The posted salary range ($57,764 - $72,630) includes the downstate Adjustment of $4,000.
We offer a work-life balance and a generous benefits package, worth 65% of salary, including:
• Holiday & Paid Time Off
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Pension from New York State Employees’ Retirement System
• Shift & Geographic pay differentials
• Affordable Health Care options
• Family dental and vision benefits at no additional cost
• NYS Deferred Compensation plan
• Access to NY 529 and NY ABLE College Savings Programs, and U.S. Savings Bonds
• And many more...
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Email Address human.resources@helenhayeshosp.org
Address
51-55 Rt 9W
Notes on ApplyingPlease submit your resume and cover letter as one (1) document, preferably in PDF format, by email to human.resources@helenhayeshosp.org, with Reference CODE Adapt Equipt Spec/70208 included in the subject line or by mail to Human Resources , Helen Hayes Hospital, Bldg 22, 51-55 Rte 9W, West Haverstraw, NY 10993, or by fax to (845) 786-4783. Failure to include the required information may result in your resume not being considered for this position.