Seating and Mobility Technician Rehabilitation and Supportive Care Services
Job Summary
Req ID: 222187
Location: Central Zone Nova Scotia Rehabilitation and Arthritis Centre - QEII
Department: OPCZ Assistive Tech Seating System
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
NSGEUSupportPosition
Posting Closing Date: 20-Aug-26
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Under the direction of an Occupational Therapist Rehabilitation Engineer or other primary healthcare provider the seating and mobility technician is responsible for modifications of components on a seating and mobility system which are either pre-manufactured modified or custom fabricated onsite by the seating technician. The seating and mobility technician performs fabrication adjustment and repairs of seating and mobility devices to meet the patients unique requirements. The position applies custom approaches to achieve the desired results for comfort safety and functionality resulting in improved body functioning better independence reduction of current or risk of pressure injuries and improved quality of life. Custom seating enhances the seating and mobility systems client by creating solutions and adaptations that are beyond the limitations of unmodified commercial equipment.
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required
- One year post-secondary education or relevant specialized training required (an equivalent combination of education training and experience may be considered)
- One year experience in seating and mobility systems required
- Proficiency in carpentry sewing and mechanics required
- Demonstrated in depth knowledge of various types of seating systems - Tilt power manual etc.
- Familiarity with safety standards for working with and maintaining machinery PPE and handling of materials (WHIMIS)
- Ability to problem solve visualize fabricate and install devices using creativity and drawing on previous experience
- Experience in custom cutting and upholstery preferred
- RESNA Certification preferred
- Basic understanding and operation of machinery and power tools used in assistive technology
- Basic understanding of design and fabrication principles
- Basic understanding of human anatomy
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of this position including lifting and standing
- Competencies in other languages an asset French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education experience training and certifications
Permanent full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
$23.39 - $26.58 Hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health dental travel long-term disability and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once Youve Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions bargaining units or employment status are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority benefits and vacation entitlement and/or usage prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination values diversity and is representative at all job levels of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous Black/African Nova Scotian Persons of Colour Foreign Nationals/Newcomers Persons with Disabilities 2SLGBTQIA to apply and self-identify.
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