Job summary
Two very exciting Apprenticeship Clinical Technologists opportunities have become available in our Medical Equipment Management Services (MEMS) and Radiation Equipment Servicing (RES)in the Medical Physics Department at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust (GSTT).
The MEMS Section supports a vast array of medical equipment based around the latest technology throughout both of our hospital sites and in the community. The RES section maintains and repairs radiotherapy treatment machines (Linacs) which are used to treat people with cancer.
Main duties of the job
Would you be interested in learning electrical and electronic engineering skills? Would you be interested in applying these skills to healthcare and to improve patient treatment at one of the UK's most prominent hospitals?
Do you have good communication skills, a keen interest in electrical and electronic engineering technology, and the ability to absorb information? Enjoy working on equipment practically? Then we are interested to hear from you.
About us
Applicants will be expected to have a genuine affinity to the Trust's values; putting patients first in all they do. High standards of spoken and written communication and interpersonal skills will be an advantage, as well as some understanding of the modern healthcare environment.
This post would be ideally suited to an applicant able to motivate themselves from an interest in getting involved in the operations and productivity of an acute hospitals trust and having a concern for the quality of support delivered to frontline clinical services.
Successful applicants will also need to be able to occasionally work flexibly outside conventional working hours; where such demand arises.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an apprentice, you will receive on-the-job training and experience. You will work across both teams for agreed periods, assisting in repair and maintenance of advanced medical equipment.
The successful applicant will be funded to undertake a Level 2 Diploma, leading to a Level 4 Diploma if successful, in Clinical Engineering.
The apprenticeship is fixed term training contract lasting for 18 months, with the expectation of extension for a further 2 years to complete Level 4. The entry requirement for the apprenticeship is 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 minimum (must include maths and English, and a science or technology subject), or other equivalent qualification (you will need to show us your qualification certificates before appointment). There will be a gateway assessment after 1 year, which the apprentice will need to pass in order to continue on the programme.
Job description
Job responsibilities
As an apprentice, you will receive on-the-job training and experience. You will work across both teams for agreed periods, assisting in repair and maintenance of advanced medical equipment.
The successful applicant will be funded to undertake a Level 2 Diploma, leading to a Level 4 Diploma if successful, in Clinical Engineering.
The apprenticeship is fixed term training contract lasting for 18 months, with the expectation of extension for a further 2 years to complete Level 4. The entry requirement for the apprenticeship is 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 minimum (must include maths and English, and a science or technology subject), or other equivalent qualification (you will need to show us your qualification certificates before appointment). There will be a gateway assessment after 1 year, which the apprentice will need to pass in order to continue on the programme.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Engineering apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of electronic engineering principles, , electro-mechanical systems, design principles, equipment support and repair.
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety.
Desirable
- Some experience of Medical Equipment repairs and servicing
Skills
Essential
- Able to use Excel, Word, Access etc at a basic level.
- Basic level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Computer Aided Drawing packages, knowledge of medical equipment standards and operating principles.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable
- Engineering apprenticeship
Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of electronic engineering principles, , electro-mechanical systems, design principles, equipment support and repair.
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety.
Desirable
- Some experience of Medical Equipment repairs and servicing
Skills
Essential
- Able to use Excel, Word, Access etc at a basic level.
- Basic level of understanding of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure.
Desirable
- Knowledge of Computer Aided Drawing packages, knowledge of medical equipment standards and operating principles.
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
