Job summary
We are seeking a Rehabilitation Engineer to be part of our clinical team, working in a variety of settings across the county, assessing, planning, fabricating and assembling manual and powered wheelchairs, seating and accessories for clients of all ages with a wide range of disabilities.
This is a challenging but rewarding post in a supportive and welcoming integrated Wheelchair Service, giving you and your career the best opportunity to flourish. You will work closely with our Admin team and the Warehouse and Repairs team, liaising about a variety of operational activities, such as effective use of stock.
This post requires registration with IPEM or AHCS. If necessary, the successful applicant will be supported in attaining registration following an approved training scheme. Registration must be within 24 months of commencement of role.
Employment in this post requires an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, which the Trust will cover the cost of. Applicants who subscribe to the DBS update service are able to present a valid DBS certificate instead of requiring a new check.
Main duties of the job
You will work independently with clients and those involved with their care, as well as jointly with different clinicians, providing excellent client experience, and using different communication methods and empathy at all times. You will provide specialist technical support and advice based on engineering knowledge and principles and work collaboratively with therapists to optimise the outcome for the client. You will also contribute to staff training in areas such as management of medical devices and will participate in quality management and audit.
You will document clinical and technical interventions on our database, maintaining and managing the client record according to NHS standards and Medical Device Regulations. You will be expected to manage your own caseload and be proactive in assisting management of the service workload in an efficient and effective way to meet required KPIs. You will also contribute to risk management in your own practice areas, as well as supporting risk management in the Warehouse environment and Service practices.
You will report to our existing senior Rehabilitation Engineers, receiving supervision and professional guidance to ensure best practice and compliance with MDR and Trust Policies within the service.
About us
At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of their lives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward-looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a wide range of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost 800,000 people.
We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in 2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or very good experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference. Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urban locations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots of ways you can make a difference in our communities.
Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testament to our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe in equal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, where everyone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be the best version of ourselves.
Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, and teach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better every day through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.
As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare is working in partnership with The Princes Trust to support people getting into work, as part of this partnership, we are offering an employability service to support individuals between 16-30 years old with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline or Trained to a minimum of HND or City and Guilds in a relevant engineering discipline plus significant experience to a Postgraduate level in an engineering field
- Registered or prepared to work towards registration as a Healthcare Science Practitioner or Clinical Technologist
Desirable
- Previous experience in engineering manufacturing or fabrication
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge and experience of a variety of manufacturing techniques including use of hand tools, machine tools.
- Experience and knowledge of a variety of NHS Wheelchairs
- Knowledge of Medical Device Regulations
- Working with people with disabilities, their families and carers
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Experience of ordering stock
Desirable
- Experience of managing stock within budget
Information Technology/Resorurces
Essential
- Standard or Advanced IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of using a range of word processing, spreadsheet, database and/or presentation software to RSA 3 or equivalent standard
Person Specification
Knowledge, Skills and Training
Essential
- Degree or equivalent in a relevant Engineering or Science discipline or Trained to a minimum of HND or City and Guilds in a relevant engineering discipline plus significant experience to a Postgraduate level in an engineering field
- Registered or prepared to work towards registration as a Healthcare Science Practitioner or Clinical Technologist
Desirable
- Previous experience in engineering manufacturing or fabrication
Job Specific Experience
Essential
- Working knowledge and experience of a variety of manufacturing techniques including use of hand tools, machine tools.
- Experience and knowledge of a variety of NHS Wheelchairs
- Knowledge of Medical Device Regulations
- Working with people with disabilities, their families and carers
Desirable
- Knowledge of Quality Management Systems
Finance/Resources
Essential
- Experience of ordering stock
Desirable
- Experience of managing stock within budget
Information Technology/Resorurces
Essential
- Standard or Advanced IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training
Desirable
- Demonstrable experience of using a range of word processing, spreadsheet, database and/or presentation software to RSA 3 or equivalent standard
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
