Clinical Technologist

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide specialist Assistive Technology and Rehabilitation Engineering technical support within a multidisciplinary team comprising of Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapist, Clinical Scientists, Clinical Technologists.

To provide the KMCAT team with technical support in client assessments/clinics by providing assistive technology solutions for complex physical, communication and learning needs.

To provide computing/software/hardware support to setup and configure specialised communication aids as part of a multidisciplinary team to create solutions for individual clients.

To provide support in the management of computer-based communication aids using the appropriate management software such as IOS Apple configurator to lock down and restrict activity.

The post holder would be responsible for replacing/repairing a variety of computing/hardware equipment when equipment breakdowns occur. The post holder will be responsible for either fault finding or liaising with AAC suppliers to ensure that replacement/repairs are completed within the service specification.

To undertake visit to homes, schools, institutions and clinics throughout Kent and Medway.

To be responsible for the mounting of Assistive Technology. The post holder will take a lead role in the mounting of AAC communication devices and will support in the completion of pre-delivery checks in terms of risk assessment documentation.

To support in maintaining the life cycle of medical equipment by carrying out electrical safety testing and mechanical checks.

To support the CYP KM CAT service in the manufacturing of custom-made equipment using light engineering machinery/hand tools within the workshop.

To work within and assist in the development of the ISO 9001-2015 Quality Management System. To assist with maintaining and updating quality procedures and work instructions specific to the service.

Person Specification

Qualifications and training

Essential

• BSc / BEng in a relevant scientific or engineering subject.

Desirable

• Member of the Register of Clinical Technologists maintained by the Institute of Physics & Engineering in Medicine.
• BEng qualifications in Rehabilitation Engineering,
• Evidence of continuing professional development.

Clinical skills and experience

Essential

• Experience of setting-up, maintaining and troubleshooting electronic systems.
• Experience of using hand tools equipment in a mechanical workshop

Desirable

• A minimum of 2 years post graduate experience as a registration Clinical Technologist in Rehabilitation Engineering or in a clinical discipline involving the application of electronic, electrical, mechanical or computer engineering skills.
• Able to read and produce engineering drawings or good quality sketches with dimensions and have a good understanding of engineering measurement.
• Experience of working with people with physical disabilities and sensory impairments.
• Experience of training others.
• Experience of working with people with communication impairment or requiring AAC.

Governance

Essential

• Able to demonstrate knowledge of practical computer, and/or electronic, and/or electrical and/or mechanical engineering, with particular strengths in computing.
• Able to demonstrate knowledge of best practice in the management of quality and risk applied to the prescription, manufacture and maintenance of equipment.

Desirable

• Practical & theoretical knowledge of a range of sub disciplines of EAT (electronic assistive technology) such as communication, environmental control, mobility.
• Technical knowledge of a variety of specific EAT devices (communication aids, environmental control systems, wheelchair control systems).
• Knowledge of the regulatory framework and standards applicable to the design, development, manufacture and adaptation of medical devices.
• Knowledge of electrical safety standards for portable appliance testing and medical equipment management
• Understanding of the roles of other professionals relevant to the client group and the principles of partnership working.

Personal/professional attributes

Essential

• Ability to motivate and organise others to ensure best practice.
• Ability to work under pressure.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
• The ability to communicate with empathy and tact, especially where there are emotional barriers to understanding or conflicting expectations.

Other requirements

Essential

• A full U.K. driving license and own transport is essential for this post as part of the duties include extensive travel for servicing and repair

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

East Kent Hospitals University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

The old railway school Ashford

Wainwright place

Ashford

TN24 0PF

Employer's website

https://www.ekhuft.nhs.uk/patients-and-visitors/ (Opens in a new tab)