Job summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join a key team within the Department of Clinical Technology (DCT) that is supporting the implementation of the new Electronic Patient Record system (EPR), known as "eCare." This challenging programme is the largest clinical system transformation programme the Trust has undertaken and is key to the Trust's Strategy and aims to fundamentally transform ways of working.
The post holder will report to the IM&T System Specialist and will be working closely with the Specialist Medical Equipment Technician EPR to provide additional capacity within the EPR programme, overseeing various workstreams supporting the successful implementation of the chosen system within the programmes' timeframe and budget. The role holder will also be responsible for establishing and embedding cultural change across the organisation, working closely with transformation leads.
Located within the Department of Clinical Technology (DCT).
Provides evaluation, acceptance, service, repair, and calibration of a range of complex medical devices and systems maintained by the Department of Clinical Technology.
The post holder will be required to work unsupervised under their own initiative at hospitals & health centres located throughout Cornwall.
Working in accordance with the Health and Safety at Work Act, local quality management system, COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) and local management work instructions.
Main duties of the job
To utilise core and specialist skills to provide day-to-day technical/clinical support for the organisation and other Health Care providers within the equipment management service.
To organise the Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM), service and repair of the specialist area, and meet medical device maintenance turnaround times.
Ensure complex clinical equipment operates and performs effectively, practically, and safely with minimum downtime to a high standard.
To work as part of a multi-skilled technical support team, providing essential and specialised skills.
The post may involve direct and indirect contact with patients where tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality are paramount
About us
The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.
We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.
The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.
Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
- Identity Checks
- Professional registration and qualification checks
- Employment history and reference checks
- Occupational Health clearance
- Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
- Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
We may be able to offer sponsorship but this is not guaranteed.
Person Specification
Technical Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant diploma (e.g., short courses)
- Equivalent experience (e.g., electromechanical experience, apprenticeship, etc.)
Desirable
- Level 6 qualification (e.g., degree, level 6 NVQ or equivalent) Member (MIET) and Technician Member (TMIET) of Institution of Engineering and Technology.
IT Skills
Essential
- IT proficient, including the use of Microsoft Office suite and specialist software systems;
- Able to manage and report information.
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of medical device technology.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate technical issues faults and resolution effectively
- Evidence of Good communication Skills
Desirable
- Evidence of working with 3rd party representatives
Technical Experiance
Essential
- Experience in the repair and routine maintenance of electromechanical equipment
- Experience in fault diagnosis.
- Experience in the use of complex test equipment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working within a Quality System.
- Experience of Medical Equipment Technologies
leadership management experience
Essential
- Experience managing own workload with competing service demands
Person Specification
Technical Qualifications
Essential
- Relevant diploma (e.g., short courses)
- Equivalent experience (e.g., electromechanical experience, apprenticeship, etc.)
Desirable
- Level 6 qualification (e.g., degree, level 6 NVQ or equivalent) Member (MIET) and Technician Member (TMIET) of Institution of Engineering and Technology.
IT Skills
Essential
- IT proficient, including the use of Microsoft Office suite and specialist software systems;
- Able to manage and report information.
Desirable
- Specialist knowledge of medical device technology.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate technical issues faults and resolution effectively
- Evidence of Good communication Skills
Desirable
- Evidence of working with 3rd party representatives
Technical Experiance
Essential
- Experience in the repair and routine maintenance of electromechanical equipment
- Experience in fault diagnosis.
- Experience in the use of complex test equipment.
Desirable
- Knowledge of working within a Quality System.
- Experience of Medical Equipment Technologies
leadership management experience
Essential
- Experience managing own workload with competing service demands
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).
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