Job summary
University Hospitals of Leicester have fantastic opportunities for ambitious individuals to join one of the biggest and busiest NHS Trusts in the country. Serving the one million residents of Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland, we have opportunities to work with experienced staff and develop your future career.
Our Commitment to you is to help you gain a level 2 qualification in Engineering Maintenance within a 18 month contract.
Hours of work will be 37.5 hours per weekAs part of the apprentice scheme you will have study days which will be discussed at the recruitment day.We are looking for enthusiastic individuals who can work as part of a team and on their own initiative to join our busy team of medical device maintenance technicians / medical equipment library.You will also be trained to maintain and repair a range of simple medical devices used across the hospital.To join us you will need to be reliable, flexible and highly motivated with good technical, written and verbal communication skills.
Full training will be given.On completion of the scheme, there is potential for recruitment as a permanent band 2 within the service to enable the successful candidate to continue their training and development.
Interviews are face to face only. Remote interview are not permitted
Main duties of the job
- This post is to be 50% in the Clinical Engineering workshop and 50% in the Medical Equipment Library at Glenfield Hospital.
Medical Equipment Library
- Delivery / Collection / Cleaning of medical equipment
Clinical Engineering Workshop
- Maintaining/repairing a wide range of Electro/Mechanical Medical devices,
- Commissioning and decommissioning new and redundant medical devices.
Interviews are face to face only. Remote interview are not permitted
About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
We have four primary goals:high-quality care for all,being a great place to work,partnerships for impact, andresearch and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:we are compassionate,we are proud,we are inclusive, andwe are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
Job description
Job responsibilities
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- To assist under strict supervision the basis repair and servicing of medical equipment used throughout the University Hospitals of Leicester and SLA sites. This work requires basic knowledge of any of the following Analogue, Digital Electronics, Microprocessor, pneumatics and mechanical techniques. It involves fault finding, diagnosing and repairs of medical equipment to component level.
- Strict supervision in functional and safety testing of new and repaired medical equipment prior to use within University Hospitals of Leicester and external SLA sites covered by the department.
- Strict supervision for involvement in scheduled maintenance and calibration schemes to ensure the electrical safety and correct operation of medical equipment.
- To gain an understanding of vital signs and physiological measurements in clinical areas.
- Participating in goods inwards/outwards procedures of the department, particularly for medical equipment and spare parts.
- To assist with the collection and return of equipment within and outside the hospital and occasional transport of heavy goods during new installations or department migrations. Manual handling of heavy equipment is confined patient areas.
- Using departmental/Trust computer system for record keeping, equipment testing/upgrades and communication. Responsibility for keeping accurate and up to date job details on the Equipment Management System. Carrying out light office duties such as answering calls, sending parcels, booking in equipment, some filing.
- Keeping stock tidy
- To keep written records of all work carried out, including keeping a day to day log book on work carried out in the department.
- To work in a safe manner and consider his/her own, colleagues and others health and safety in the workplace. To adhere to and safely use decontamination, waste disposal, infection control and other Trust policies when handling medical equipment.
- Gain the knowledge of and support the use and implementation of departmental procedures, Trust policies and other legislation related to medical equipment or work practices.
- To gain higher electronics/mechanical knowledge and specialist knowledge and experience across wide range of medical equipment and also wide range of models within each group.
- Interviews are face to face only. Remote interview are not permitted
Job description
Job responsibilities
-
- To assist under strict supervision the basis repair and servicing of medical equipment used throughout the University Hospitals of Leicester and SLA sites. This work requires basic knowledge of any of the following Analogue, Digital Electronics, Microprocessor, pneumatics and mechanical techniques. It involves fault finding, diagnosing and repairs of medical equipment to component level.
- Strict supervision in functional and safety testing of new and repaired medical equipment prior to use within University Hospitals of Leicester and external SLA sites covered by the department.
- Strict supervision for involvement in scheduled maintenance and calibration schemes to ensure the electrical safety and correct operation of medical equipment.
- To gain an understanding of vital signs and physiological measurements in clinical areas.
- Participating in goods inwards/outwards procedures of the department, particularly for medical equipment and spare parts.
- To assist with the collection and return of equipment within and outside the hospital and occasional transport of heavy goods during new installations or department migrations. Manual handling of heavy equipment is confined patient areas.
- Using departmental/Trust computer system for record keeping, equipment testing/upgrades and communication. Responsibility for keeping accurate and up to date job details on the Equipment Management System. Carrying out light office duties such as answering calls, sending parcels, booking in equipment, some filing.
- Keeping stock tidy
- To keep written records of all work carried out, including keeping a day to day log book on work carried out in the department.
- To work in a safe manner and consider his/her own, colleagues and others health and safety in the workplace. To adhere to and safely use decontamination, waste disposal, infection control and other Trust policies when handling medical equipment.
- Gain the knowledge of and support the use and implementation of departmental procedures, Trust policies and other legislation related to medical equipment or work practices.
- To gain higher electronics/mechanical knowledge and specialist knowledge and experience across wide range of medical equipment and also wide range of models within each group.
- Interviews are face to face only. Remote interview are not permitted
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE's at grade C or above in English, Mathematics and a Science or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Problem solving. Interest in Technology
Desirable
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Active listening and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with members of the public and staff at all levels
- Ability to provide information and advice to members of the public and staff in a polite and courteous manner.
Desirable
- Able to communicate information across professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Technical problem solving skills. Using Hand Tool. Manual dexterity. PC Literate
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Good organisations skills with the ability to plan and prioritise a demanding workload
- Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to meet the physical demands required for the role
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure on occasions,
- Accepts supervision,
- Commitment to further training
- Interest in Technology
- Ability and willingness to learn and attend training courses
Desirable
- Use of fine tools for equipment adjustment, calibration or repair
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Work with members of the clinical engineering team to develop effective maintenance plan
- Report concerns related equipment condition to qualified staff.
Person Specification
Training & Qualifications
Essential
- 3 GCSE's at grade C or above in English, Mathematics and a Science or equivalent.
Experience
Essential
- Problem solving. Interest in Technology
Desirable
Communication and relationship skills
Essential
- Active listening and verbal communication skills for effective interaction with members of the public and staff at all levels
- Ability to provide information and advice to members of the public and staff in a polite and courteous manner.
Desirable
- Able to communicate information across professional boundaries
Skills
Essential
- Technical problem solving skills. Using Hand Tool. Manual dexterity. PC Literate
Planning and organisation skills
Essential
- Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Good organisations skills with the ability to plan and prioritise a demanding workload
- Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales
Physical skills
Essential
- Ability to meet the physical demands required for the role
Other requirements specific to the role
Essential
- Ability to work under pressure on occasions,
- Accepts supervision,
- Commitment to further training
- Interest in Technology
- Ability and willingness to learn and attend training courses
Desirable
- Use of fine tools for equipment adjustment, calibration or repair
Analytical and Judgement skills
Essential
- Work with members of the clinical engineering team to develop effective maintenance plan
- Report concerns related equipment condition to qualified staff.
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.
