Job summary
We are seeking a junior Clinical Engineer (EBME) to work within a dedicated team at Watford Hospital, working with varies medical devices to a high standard. This can be a physical job with some mental challenges.
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Please note - we are unable to obtain a Certificate of Sponsorship (Work Permit) for this role.
*Previous applicants need not apply*
Main duties of the job
To carry out Preventative Planned Maintenance (PPM), breakdown/repairs and assembly of devices.
Report writing and database management.
Degree in Science, Engineering, or HNC with equivalent qualification or professional experience would be needed.
About us
With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and should you require support or guidance please contact westherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of the clinical engineering team you will be required to work on electrical or mechanical medical equipment and assisting the senior/specialist engineers in the everyday running of a busy department.
You will be required to work from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday. Full details will be discussed at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Working as part of the clinical engineering team you will be required to work on electrical or mechanical medical equipment and assisting the senior/specialist engineers in the everyday running of a busy department.
You will be required to work from 8:30am to 4:30pm Monday to Friday. Full details will be discussed at interview.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Science, Engineering, or HNC with equivalent qualification or professional experience.
Desirable
- Degree in Clinical Engineering or Technology Relevant manufacturers' courses.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of the repair, calibration and safety testing procedures for Electronic /Electromechanical/Mechanical equipment
- Good understanding of the principles of inventory management including
- Record keeping and database maintenance.
Desirable
- Knowledge of individual manufactures equipment (certified).
- Knowledge of EPR systems and device connectivity requirements.
- Understanding of the process to review equipment related risks and enquiries'
- Able to produce reports from excel/word and a management database system
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate skills in working in a workshop environment
Desirable
- Experience of working according to workshop practices and procedures and computer systems.
- Experience in electro-medical engineering to Include preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection, repair, calibration, quality control, acceptance testing.
- Experience in dealing with Field Safety Notice issues.
Person Specification
Education and qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Science, Engineering, or HNC with equivalent qualification or professional experience.
Desirable
- Degree in Clinical Engineering or Technology Relevant manufacturers' courses.
Knowledge
Essential
- Good knowledge of the repair, calibration and safety testing procedures for Electronic /Electromechanical/Mechanical equipment
- Good understanding of the principles of inventory management including
- Record keeping and database maintenance.
Desirable
- Knowledge of individual manufactures equipment (certified).
- Knowledge of EPR systems and device connectivity requirements.
- Understanding of the process to review equipment related risks and enquiries'
- Able to produce reports from excel/word and a management database system
Experience
Essential
- Able to demonstrate skills in working in a workshop environment
Desirable
- Experience of working according to workshop practices and procedures and computer systems.
- Experience in electro-medical engineering to Include preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection, repair, calibration, quality control, acceptance testing.
- Experience in dealing with Field Safety Notice issues.
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).
