Wheelchair Technician

Permanent, Part-Time (17.5 hours per week)

As a Wheelchair Technician, you will work closely with therapists within the NRH Wheelchair & Seating Clinic and the Physiotherapy Department, supporting the provision of appropriate wheelchairs and enhancing patient care. In this dynamic role, you will assist in the management and development of the hospital’s wheelchair and seating service, contributing to both day‑to‑day operations and wider service improvements.

Requirements

The candidate must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office, possess:

• Evidence of the relevant training/knowledge to act as a technical specialist in wheelchair modifications and repair

• Evidence of experience in the wheelchair provision process to ensure timely order, receipt, assembly and delivery of seating and mobility/positioning systems

• Experience of working with adults/children with acquired and/or learning disabilities in a Health Care Setting/Rehabilitation setting is advantageous.

• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team

• Flexibility and willingness to take a hands-on role in completion of technical work

• Demonstrated commitment to Continuing Professional Development

• Full, clean driving licence

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Time management skills and ability to organise own, and others’ schedules.

Informal enquiries to Ms. Rosie Kelly, Physiotherapy Manager via email at rosie.kelly@nrh.ie

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For more details about this post, please see the job description attached.

Application Closing Date: 5:00 PM - Sunday, 26th April 2026

Anticipated Interview Date: Interviews will be held on 5th May 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be notified and provided with confirmation of the date and time of their interview.

How to Apply: Applicants are required to submit a curriculum vitae and cover letter via the "Apply" function on Rezoomo.

*Please be advised that only applications submitted through Rezoomo prior to the specified deadline will be considered. Should you encounter any technical difficulties during the application process, you are advised to contact Polly Bethonico, Human Resources Department at polly.bethonico@nrh.ie before the closing date.

**The NRH reserves the right to extend the application deadline based on the volume of suitable applications.

Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the information supplied in your CV. The criteria for Shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined above. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward for the next stage of the selection process.

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and support a smoke-free workplace policy.