Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Medical Engineering Team at Macclesfield District General Hospital as a Specialist Medical Engineering Technician.
The successful candidate will possess a professional electronics qualification and will have specialist medical equipment training and experience. You will present a calm, professional approach and be competent to work as an autonomous practitioner within a team. Excellent verbal, written and IT skills are essential.
Hours: 37.5
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
A Specialist Medical Engineering Technician will be a self motivated member of a small team, providing a comprehensive medical equipment maintenance service, within their own specialised field.
To be expected to independently plan, schedule and implement, in liaison with the Medical Engineering Technical Manager, colleagues and clinical users, the planned maintenance and repair of specialised medial equipment.
To be responsible for performing the planned maintenance, non-routine repairs and decontamination of a wide range of medical equipment used in direct patient treatment.
About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Standard DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional electronics knowledge gained to graduate level or equivalent
- Specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate diploma
- Specialist equipment training & experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post qualification experience in medical equipment maintenance
- Have knowledge of IEC/EN60601 & IEC/EN62353
- Have knowledge of Health and Safety, including COSHH
Desirable
- Knowledge of MHRA guidance
- Knowledge of information governance within a healthcare setting
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in medical equipment maintenance
Desirable
- Working in clinical environments
Skills
Essential
- Competent and confident to work as autonomous practitioner within a team
- High professional standards
- Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills at multi-disciplinary level
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to prioritise workload safely
- Must possess good IT skills
- Must possess good manual dexterity
- Must have the ability to lift, move and transport heavy equipment across the hospital site, including navigating stairs and corridors
- Must have the ability to work in awkward positions, which may require bending, stretching, and maintaining physical effort over sustained periods
- An ability to travel between various locations
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Professional electronics knowledge gained to graduate level or equivalent
- Specialist knowledge acquired through postgraduate diploma
- Specialist equipment training & experience
Knowledge
Essential
- Significant post qualification experience in medical equipment maintenance
- Have knowledge of IEC/EN60601 & IEC/EN62353
- Have knowledge of Health and Safety, including COSHH
Desirable
- Knowledge of MHRA guidance
- Knowledge of information governance within a healthcare setting
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in medical equipment maintenance
Desirable
- Working in clinical environments
Skills
Essential
- Competent and confident to work as autonomous practitioner within a team
- High professional standards
- Effective communication skills and interpersonal skills at multi-disciplinary level
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to prioritise workload safely
- Must possess good IT skills
- Must possess good manual dexterity
- Must have the ability to lift, move and transport heavy equipment across the hospital site, including navigating stairs and corridors
- Must have the ability to work in awkward positions, which may require bending, stretching, and maintaining physical effort over sustained periods
- An ability to travel between various locations
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the job description and person specification for further details regarding the role requirements
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).
