Job summary
Join Our Medical Technology Team
Are you a medical technology professional with a passion for diagnostic quality, compliance, and equipment lifecycle management? We are looking for a proactive and detail-focused Quality Assurance and Contracts Specialist to join our expert team at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust.
This new specialist role will lead on the development and delivery of our ultrasound Quality Assurance (QA) programme in line with IPEM Report 102 and BMUS Guidelines, ensuring every ultrasound system in the Trust meets the highest standards for patient safety and diagnostic accuracy. You will also oversee medical equipment service contracts and support our ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality management systems
Main duties of the job
- Lead the commissioning, baseline testing, and ongoing QA of ultrasound systems and probes, ensuring compliance with UKAS, BMUS, and IPEM requirements.
- Analyse performance trends to inform condition-based replacement strategies, extending asset life and reducing unnecessary capital spend.
- Manage service and maintenance contracts for medical equipment, ensuring high performance, compliance, and value for money.
- Support internal and external audits, including UKAS accreditation and ISO 9001 / ISO 13485 compliance.
- Provide specialist technical advice to clinical and engineering colleagues and deliver training on ultrasound QA and basic care procedures.
- Maintain accurate records within the Trust's medical equipment management system (e.g., e-Quip).
About us
We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.
In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.
We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Description & Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached detailed Job Description & Person Specification for more information regarding this role.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in medical equipment maintenance and performance verification
- Experience in managing service and maintenance contracts
- Experience supporting quality management systems and audits
Desirable
- Practical experience in ultrasound equipment QA in line with IPEM 102 and BMUS
Education/Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- HND or higher in Clinical Engineering, Medical Physics Technology, Electronics, or related field
- Further training in quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
Desirable
- Professional registration with IPEM or Engineering Council
- Training in ultrasound QA methods (IPEM/BMUS)
Knowldege
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of ultrasound systems and QA standards
- Understanding of UKAS requirements for diagnostic imaging
- Knowledge of healthcare risk management and regulatory frameworks
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience in medical equipment maintenance and performance verification
- Experience in managing service and maintenance contracts
- Experience supporting quality management systems and audits
Desirable
- Practical experience in ultrasound equipment QA in line with IPEM 102 and BMUS
Education/Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- HND or higher in Clinical Engineering, Medical Physics Technology, Electronics, or related field
- Further training in quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 13485)
Desirable
- Professional registration with IPEM or Engineering Council
- Training in ultrasound QA methods (IPEM/BMUS)
Knowldege
Essential
- In-depth knowledge of ultrasound systems and QA standards
- Understanding of UKAS requirements for diagnostic imaging
- Knowledge of healthcare risk management and regulatory frameworks
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).
