Job summary
Clinical Technologist Medical EquipmentManagement
We are looking for a keen, enthusiastic individual to join the Clinical Engineering team based at Field Way.
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Main duties of the job
The Clinical Technologist/Medical Engineer will have the ability and experience to handle day to day technical problems and work tasks related to the maintenance, repair, calibration of Medical equipment. The post holder will be expected to deal directly with patients and will on occasions have to communicate equipment related issues to relevant stakeholders, for example clinical colleagues, patients, carers. The post holder will have the skill, ability and breadth of experience and knowledge to be able to deal with the routine and predictable situations that arise, based on a broad foundation from which further skill development will be possible.
About us
Cardiff and Vale University Health Board is one of the largest Integrated Health Boards in the UK, employing over 17,000 staff, providing over 100 specialist services. Working across 6 hospital sites, we have a diverse range of career opportunities to offer. Serving over 500,000 people living in Cardiff and the Vale, we are focussed on the health and care needs of our local population whilst working with our partners to develop regional services. Together we are committed to improving health outcomes for everyone, delivering excellent care and support.
Our mission is "Living Well, Caring Well, Working Together", and our vision is that every person's chance of leading a healthy life should be equal. Our 10-year transformation and improvement strategy, Shaping Our Future Wellbeing, is our chance to work collaboratively with the public and our workforce to make our health board more sustainable for the future.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
You will be able to find a full Job Description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- OND/HNC/HND or BSc qualification in a relevant engineering subject
Desirable
- Able to meet the requirements for registration at EngTech, Register of Clinical Technologists or HCPC Practitioner
Experience
Essential
- Have sufficient experience of servicing of electronic/electrical equipment.
- Some experience in applying workshop technology to patient-critical equipment and techniques in healthcare
Desirable
- Experience of maintaining a wide range of medical equipment.
Skills
Essential
- General IT skills, working with databases.
- Using hand tools and craft skills.
Desirable
- Complex problem solving, using a logical process approach
- Technical report writing and communication
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- OND/HNC/HND or BSc qualification in a relevant engineering subject
Desirable
- Able to meet the requirements for registration at EngTech, Register of Clinical Technologists or HCPC Practitioner
Experience
Essential
- Have sufficient experience of servicing of electronic/electrical equipment.
- Some experience in applying workshop technology to patient-critical equipment and techniques in healthcare
Desirable
- Experience of maintaining a wide range of medical equipment.
Skills
Essential
- General IT skills, working with databases.
- Using hand tools and craft skills.
Desirable
- Complex problem solving, using a logical process approach
- Technical report writing and communication
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).
