Job summary
We are looking for an apprentice to join our busy Clinical Engineering Department to complete a 4 Year apprenticeship program at Conquest Hospital.
Types of equipment to be trained on include; patient monitoring (blood pressure, ECG, oxygen saturation, thermometry etc.), infusion, anaesthesia, ventilation.
We are aiming to have someone in post for June, however, we would consider postponing a start date to tie in with other commitments for the right person.
Main duties of the job
Providing maintenance to medical devices in acute hospital and community locations, to ensure they meet manufacturers specifications and are safe to use.
About us
We are proud to provide 'Outstanding' care and be a great place to work
We provide safe, compassionate and high quality care to half a million people living or visiting East Sussex. We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex, the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex. Our extensive services are provided by 7000 + members of staff working from acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourne, three community hospitals in Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites and in people's own homes.
In 2020 the Care Quality Commission rated us as 'Good' overall, and 'Outstanding' for being caring and effective. The Conquest Hospital and our Community Services are rated 'Outstanding'. Eastbourne DGH rated 'Good'.
In 2020, the Trust launched its ambitious 'Building for our Future' programme. This once in a lifetime programme aims to repair, redevelop and expand our hospitals, transforming the environment in which we provide care for generations to come.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs grade B or 5 in Maths, C or 4 English & Science plus 2 more, or equivalent for a mature candidate
- Capable of attaining a level 3 qualification
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience and basic understanding of simple devices.
Desirable
- Experience dealing with customers and the general public
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to learn from others
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSEs grade B or 5 in Maths, C or 4 English & Science plus 2 more, or equivalent for a mature candidate
- Capable of attaining a level 3 qualification
Experience
Essential
- Practical experience and basic understanding of simple devices.
Desirable
- Experience dealing with customers and the general public
Skills
Essential
- Good communication skills
- Ability to learn from others
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).
