Job Description:

Responsible for working with various therapeutic disciplines to provide technical support of gamification of the respective therapy (such as Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Expressive Therapies, Child Life, etc.). Maintain gaming technology that is accessed by patients such as Xboxes, Nintendo, PlayStation, XR, and 3D printing products. Must be familiar with trending popular recreational technology and how it can be integrated into current patient facing hospital needs. Work with leaders, clinical staff, patients, and their families from multidisciplinary groups to provide coordinated support and the strategic delivery of one time and ongoing projects.

Posting Specifics 

Entry Rate: Based on experience 

Shift Details: Full-time (40 hrs/wk)
​We are open to the 3 types of schedules below, that are in order of our preference:

 1. Sunday - Thursday 9:00am - 5:00pm2. Tuesday - Saturday 9:00am - 5:00pm3. Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm

Department: Primary Children's Hospital

Additional Details:
Experience with 3D printing,
Experience in Occupational Therapy, Physical Therapy, Expressive Therapies, or Child Life
Associates Degree, Patient Technology Certification, or equivalent work experience is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of current digital gaming hardware and softwareExperience with XR technologyKnowledge of IOS, Android, and Windows-based devicesBackground in 3D printing useExperience working with children ages 2-18

Essential Functions

Work directly with patients, families, and staff to create individualized technology-based support that enhances the patient’s experience.Assist with oversight and training of volunteers.Provide extensive knowledge in video gaming and gaming culture.Provide technical assistance to Child Life, Expressive Therapies, School Services, OT/PT among other disciplines.Research upcoming technologies and maintain current gaming equipment.Coordinate scheduling with multi-disciplinary teams.

Skills

OrganizationProcess DevelopmentCommunication3D PrintingExperience in XR DeploymentTechnical Troubleshooting

Preferred Qualifications

1 year experience working or volunteering in a hospital setting with patients and familiesCertified Recreation Therapist, Child Life Specialist, or certificate in Patient TechnologyBachelor’s Degree.  Degree must be from an accredited institution and will be verified.

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, monitors, identify equipment and supplies, and be able to assess customer needs.Frequent interactions with customers that require employee to communicate as well as understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately.Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer, phone, and cable set-up and use.Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transport, pull, and push equipment. Will also work on hands and knees and bend to set-up, troubleshoot, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

Location:

Intermountain Health Primary Childrens Hospital

Work City:

Salt Lake City

Work State:

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$20.00 - $28.29

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

All positions subject to close without notice.