Adaptive Equipment Specialist

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; maintaining stock of items and materials used
in the fabrication of orthotic/prosthetic devices; assisting clinicians with
patient interactions which involve assessing patient’s orthotic and prosthetic
needs, taking measurements/impressions for orthotic/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.

Requirements

MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS/COMPETENCIES:

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/COMPETENCIES:

Two years of experience as an artisan, general
mechanic or tradesperson. Demonstrated
ability to multitask. Direct professional interaction with individuals with
disabilities. Successful completion of education or
formalized training related to a trade. Experience with sculpting, spackling,
auto body or metalwork.  Ability to
weld.  Graduation from a CAAHEP/NCOPE
accredited Orthotics and Prosthetics technical school program.  Additional education or certification in
orthotics and/or prosthetics.   

Benefits

• Holiday & Paid Time Off
  
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
  
• Pension from New York State Employee's Retirement System
  
• NYS Deferred Compensation Plan
  
• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits