Medical Engineering Specialist Technician *Internal Only*
North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
INTERNAL ONLY TO NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (NCIC) EMPLOYEES Medical Engineering Specialist Technician (Band 6) The Medical Engineering department provides a wide range of technical, scientific, procurement and management services to NCIC, serving most specialties and departments across Cumbria. The core services are based at the two Acute Hospitals, the Cumberland Infirmary & West Cumberland Hospitals with some specialist satellite Facilities around Cumbria. The Post holder is responsible for the day-to-day reactive and preventive maintenance of medical devices and equipment ranging from patient monitoring systems, infusion devices, renal dialysis systems, anaesthesia systems and ventilators and will provide cross-site support, assistance and cover for the Medical Engineering department in the delivery of its service across both West Cumberland Hospital and Cumberland Infirmary and primary care locations. The Post holder will mentor, train and certify the work of less experienced medical engineering technicians. The Post holder will provide support, assistance and cover for the team leader in the day-to-day running of the Medical Engineering department when required. Main duties of the job
Support the Medical Engineering department in the delivery of its service to both the West Cumberland Hospital and Cumberland Infirmary and primary care locations. Manage, repair, test and calibrate biomedical equipment, including complex renal and anaesthetic equipment, used within the Trust, ensuring it is in safe working order. Provide technical advice and information to clinical and non-clinical staff on the evaluation and procurement of new medical devices. Mentor, train and certify the work of medical engineering Technicians. About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Person Specification
Qualifications
HNC/HND in electrical or mechanical engineering or relevant specialist experience Have undertaken Biomedical Equipment Practice Course Knowledge and Experience
Practical service and repair of band 4 and 5 medical equipment Continuing professional development with portfolio Electronic, electromechanical, hydraulic & pneumatic systems Digital & analogue circuitry & equipment Practical service and repair of renal, ventilation and anaesthetic equipment Skills and Abilities
Proven ability to fault-find on electronic components and digital / analogue circuits, electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Ability to assess situations and prioritise work to meet deadlines Ability to take a holistic & logical approach to interpretation of technical information and impart relevant information to medical staff and colleagues Good organisational ability. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Personal Circumstances
Meticulous. There is frequent requirement for sitting or standing in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working time. Occasional lifting or moving of heavy loads Occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances in clinical areas. Some exposure to hazards which include, Electrical hazards, chemical, high risk patient contamination Requirement to use VDU equipment more or less continuously on most days. Infrequent exposure to noise, fumes in the engineering workshops Working in patient areas like critical care or theatres, where there may be distressing scenes. Other requirements
Ability to travel cross sites Flexible working, adaptable to meet the demands of the service. Willing to undertake further relevant development subject to training course availability 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. North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
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North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust
INTERNAL ONLY TO NORTH CUMBRIA INTEGRATED CARE NHS FOUNDATION TRUST (NCIC) EMPLOYEES Medical Engineering Specialist Technician (Band 6) The Medical Engineering department provides a wide range of technical, scientific, procurement and management services to NCIC, serving most specialties and departments across Cumbria. The core services are based at the two Acute Hospitals, the Cumberland Infirmary & West Cumberland Hospitals with some specialist satellite Facilities around Cumbria. The Post holder is responsible for the day-to-day reactive and preventive maintenance of medical devices and equipment ranging from patient monitoring systems, infusion devices, renal dialysis systems, anaesthesia systems and ventilators and will provide cross-site support, assistance and cover for the Medical Engineering department in the delivery of its service across both West Cumberland Hospital and Cumberland Infirmary and primary care locations. The Post holder will mentor, train and certify the work of less experienced medical engineering technicians. The Post holder will provide support, assistance and cover for the team leader in the day-to-day running of the Medical Engineering department when required. Main duties of the job
Support the Medical Engineering department in the delivery of its service to both the West Cumberland Hospital and Cumberland Infirmary and primary care locations. Manage, repair, test and calibrate biomedical equipment, including complex renal and anaesthetic equipment, used within the Trust, ensuring it is in safe working order. Provide technical advice and information to clinical and non-clinical staff on the evaluation and procurement of new medical devices. Mentor, train and certify the work of medical engineering Technicians. About us
At NCIC, we have an ambition to deliver outstanding healthcare services to the population of North Cumbria. The Trust is committed to creating a centre of excellence in providing rural and remote healthcare and provides a wide range of community and acute services throughout our county. Our 5 key principles demonstrate our belief in the delivery of 'safe, high quality care every time': Being a clinically led organisation Quality and safety at the heart A positive patient experience every time A great place to work Managing our money well As an organisation we are serious about supporting a diverse workforce that reflects our local community and are very much focused on being an inclusive and compassionate place to work. Across the North East and North Cumbria we are working together to deliver our ambition to be the greenest region in England by 2030. All staff are expected to support sustainability. Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information regarding the role and the essential and desirable criteria required to be met by applicants. Person Specification
Qualifications
HNC/HND in electrical or mechanical engineering or relevant specialist experience Have undertaken Biomedical Equipment Practice Course Knowledge and Experience
Practical service and repair of band 4 and 5 medical equipment Continuing professional development with portfolio Electronic, electromechanical, hydraulic & pneumatic systems Digital & analogue circuitry & equipment Practical service and repair of renal, ventilation and anaesthetic equipment Skills and Abilities
Proven ability to fault-find on electronic components and digital / analogue circuits, electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Ability to assess situations and prioritise work to meet deadlines Ability to take a holistic & logical approach to interpretation of technical information and impart relevant information to medical staff and colleagues Good organisational ability. Good communication and interpersonal skills. Personal Circumstances
Meticulous. There is frequent requirement for sitting or standing in a restricted position for a substantial proportion of the working time. Occasional lifting or moving of heavy loads Occasional exposure to distressing or emotional circumstances in clinical areas. Some exposure to hazards which include, Electrical hazards, chemical, high risk patient contamination Requirement to use VDU equipment more or less continuously on most days. Infrequent exposure to noise, fumes in the engineering workshops Working in patient areas like critical care or theatres, where there may be distressing scenes. Other requirements
Ability to travel cross sites Flexible working, adaptable to meet the demands of the service. Willing to undertake further relevant development subject to training course availability 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. North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum pro rata
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