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Assistive Technology Consultant to the Center for Assistive Technology

Örebro · Sweden · Full-time

companyHälso- och sjukvårdsförvaltningen Örebro salarysalary negotiable startby agreement

Job description

Now SPRIDA Communications Center is looking for you who want to work as an assistive technology consultant and who is a licensed speech therapist.
SPRIDA Communications Center is a unit at the Center for Assistive Technology (CFH). CFH is an engaging workplace where you work together with knowledgeable colleagues who have a strong drive to find individual solutions for various assistive technology needs. CFH serves as a resource for other healthcare providers in assistive technology prescriptions.
At SPRIDA Communications Center, we work with assistive technology needs related to communication, cognition, and vision. We receive referrals from both regions and municipalities, across all age groups. Here, occupational therapists, speech therapists, vision educators, and IT technicians work. There is already a speech therapy colleague in the team, which means close collegial collaboration in daily work. We also often form teams and work across professional boundaries based on the referrals/consultations we receive.
Job Duties
As an assistive technology consultant with us, you will work with communication aids in the areas of: alternative and augmentative communication (AAC), reading and writing aids, and voice aids. The position includes both patient-related work and work related to the assistive technology product range in the communication field. You will be a support to the county's prescribers regarding individual assistive technology adaptations and technical questions. The work involves, for example:
advising
assisting in selecting assistive technology
training
procurement
Qualifications
You who are applying are a licensed speech therapist. Previous experience working with AAC is advantageous. Great importance is placed on personal suitability, independence, and flexibility. You are interested in working solution-oriented and enjoy informing and training others. Pedagogical skills will be of great benefit in daily work. You have a creative and curious approach and enjoy taking on new challenges. We consider it essential that you appreciate working in a team, meeting people, providing advice and support based on needs, and that you have a genuine interest in technology.
You have a B driving license, as travel is included in the position.
Application
Interviews will be conducted continuously during the application period.
The application should include a CV and a personal letter. Certificates, grades, diplomas, etc. should be submitted at a possible interview.
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About the Organization
The Center for Assistive Technology is a unique and important service within the field of habilitation and assistive technology that works to distribute, assess and adapt assistive technologies. The Center for Assistive Technology has about 70 employees, and the professional groups include technicians, warehouse staff, engineers, assistive technology consultants, and administrative staff. Collaboration occurs continuously with other services within Region Örebro County as well as the county's municipalities. The Center for Assistive Technology strives for an open climate, and management places great importance on employee participation and influence.
Region Örebro County is one of the largest employers in the county. Together with 11,000 colleagues, you can create a better life for those we exist for. With us, there are meaningful and socially important jobs where you can make a difference in the everyday lives, health, and quality of life of the residents. Around the clock, all year round, we are responsible for healthcare, dental care, and the county's public transport. We also have the regional development responsibility in the county and a mission to contribute to cultural life.
Other Information
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Requirements

You who are applying are a licensed speech therapist. Previous experience working with AAC is advantageous. Great importance is placed on personal suitability, independence, and flexibility. You are interested in working solution-oriented and enjoy informing and training others. Pedagogical skills will be of great benefit in daily work. You have a creative and curious approach and enjoy taking on new challenges. We consider it essential that you appreciate working in a team, meeting people, providing advice and support based on needs, and that you have a genuine interest in technology.
You have a B driving license, as travel is included in the position.

Contacts

019-602 93 67

019-602 42 41

019-602 42 04

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