Job summary
To carry out planned maintenance, acceptance testing of new equipment, service and repair on a wide range of manual handling equipment both in workshop and on-site environments.
To offer advice, instructions and information to clinical and non-clinical staff on the use, maintenance, repair, evaluation, and procurement of new and existing manual handling equipment.
To work in partnership with the Department Leads to ensure all pre-hospital manual handling devices are repaired and maintained under strict Trust Policies and Procedures.
Repair/maintain/install mechanical pre-hospital medical devices, including Carry Chairs, Wheelchairs, Scoop Stretchers, and Cot Stretchers and their fittings.
Maintain equipment inventory and service/maintenance records.
Main duties of the job
- Organise, coordinate and undertake maintenance to specified schedule
- Advanced fault finding on manual handling devices. Apply suitable fault-finding techniques to diagnose problems including those beyond the scope of manufacturers' supplied information
- Provide, receive, and analyse complex information in relation to manual handling devices
- Attend Trust sites/vehicles on a regular basis as well as workshop activity to perform device maintenance and repair. This may involve the movement of heavy items of medical equipment
- Liaise with equipment suppliers on issues relating to equipment maintenance/safety, relaying complex technical information
- Liaise with equipment users and staff on issues relating to the maintenance and operational safety of equipment, translating technical language into everyday language, and understanding clinical terminology relating to equipment usage
- Deliver equipment technical training to users and/or Make Ready Staff
- Commission, calibrate, update, maintain, repair, and decommission medical devices/test equipment without direct supervision
- Accurately record all work carried out, materials used, and any other details required by Management, in support of the Trust's Equipment Management System
- Assist in the implementation the Trust's Equipment Replacement Plan
- Ensure a sufficient stock of spares and accessories within your remit are adhered to
- Be aware of the cost implications associated with the servicing and repair of manual handling devices
About us
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of mechanical pre-hospital medical device maintenance.
- Able to analyse and resolve problems speedily and effectively.
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical device support including preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection repair, calibration, quality control, safety, and acceptance testing.
Experience
Essential
- Managed multiple tasks and prioritised workload to match objectives.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships, and demonstrate professional credibility with colleagues at all levels.
Desirable
- Experience of practical problem solving, and solving complex medical device problems.
- Analysis and interpretation of engineering test results.
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs Minimum Level C or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience.
- Full British Driving Licence, Category B for at least two years.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience of mechanical pre-hospital medical device maintenance.
- Able to analyse and resolve problems speedily and effectively.
Desirable
- Knowledge of medical device support including preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection repair, calibration, quality control, safety, and acceptance testing.
Experience
Essential
- Managed multiple tasks and prioritised workload to match objectives.
- Ability to develop effective working relationships, and demonstrate professional credibility with colleagues at all levels.
Desirable
- Experience of practical problem solving, and solving complex medical device problems.
- Analysis and interpretation of engineering test results.
Qualifications
Essential
- 5 GCSEs Minimum Level C or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent level of knowledge acquired through courses and experience.
- Full British Driving Licence, Category B for at least two years.
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).
