Medical Device Integration Lead

Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust

The closing date is 27 April 2025

Job summary

Band 7 Medical Device Integration Lead

To lead and support the development of Medical Device Integration (MDI) with the Trust's Electronic Patient Record (EPR), Cerner. This role involves coordinating support, and working with the Trusts DDaT department, to provide prompt resolution of technical issues

Lead the Clinical Engineering MDI Team and work with other Trust services to develop and improve MDI at Royal Berkshire Hospital.

Work with the Medical device projects team to successfully deliver new technology into use.

Main duties of the job

Provide a responsive MDI support service.

Establish Key Performance Indicators relevant to MDI, embedding these in the QMS and departmental reporting.

Ensure stock of MDI parts are maintained.

Contribute to the process development for triaging and transferring MDI calls to and from other partners.

Provide guidance and advice in planning and implementation of MDI projects.

Reciprocate with other technical support staff to ensure continuity of support.

Lead the Clinical Engineering MDI Team and support the wider Clinical Engineering with MDI related issues.

About us

Diversity makes us interesting... Inclusion is what will make us outstanding.

Inequality exists and the journey to eliminate it is not easy. Every step we take will be a purposeful step forward to deliver a truly inclusive culture where all our people are enabled to deliver outstanding care, where background is no barrier, and where everyone can be their authentic self and we truly represent our patient community.

We are committed to equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled applicants where possible. All applicants who have a disability and meet the minimum criteria for the post can opt for a guaranteed interview.

If you need additional help with your application please get in touch by calling the recruitment team on 0118 322 6997 or 0118 322 5342.

Our primary method of communication will be via email. However, if you would prefer to be contacted through a different method, please inform the recruitment team.

Date posted

07 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£46,148 to £52,809 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

193-7064302PCG

Job locations

Royal Berkshire Hospital

London Road

Reading

RG1 5AN

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further details of the role.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BEng / BSc or equivalent in Engineering, Physical Science
Understanding of IT systems, especially Networks, Subnets and gateways
Experience working in a technical environment / workshop working with electronic equipment

Experience

Desirable

Member of a registered professional body
Previous experience working with Medical Devices or Hospital IT
Previous experience working with Quality Systems
Previous experience working in the Hospital environment

Network knoweldge

Essential

Show evidence that candidate has a good understanding of network concepts
Candidate has excellent communication skills
Experience of leading and motivating a team

Desirable

Understanding of Patient and staff risks from equipment failure
Able to communicate complex information to a variety of operational environments

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

BEng / BSc or equivalent in Engineering, Physical Science
Understanding of IT systems, especially Networks, Subnets and gateways
Experience working in a technical environment / workshop working with electronic equipment

Experience

Desirable

Member of a registered professional body
Previous experience working with Medical Devices or Hospital IT
Previous experience working with Quality Systems
Previous experience working in the Hospital environment

Network knoweldge

Essential

Show evidence that candidate has a good understanding of network concepts
Candidate has excellent communication skills
Experience of leading and motivating a team

Desirable

Understanding of Patient and staff risks from equipment failure
Able to communicate complex information to a variety of operational environments

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.