Job summary
Do you want to be part of the future of Healthcare in the NHS?
Whether you have already started on this career path as a service engineer, or enjoy a practical, problem-solving hobby and want to develop further, we have training and job opportunities for you.
We offer a dynamic environment and the space to go beyond your comfort zone to grow both personally and professionally.
The Clinical Engineering department is looking to recruit self-motivated Clinical Engineers to join the busy and enthusiastic Clinical Engineering team in maintaining and repairing specialist equipment used to diagnose, treat, and support patient care. On the job and relevant academic training will be provided and study time will be allowed to support completion of relevant qualifications.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity in using a range of engineering tools and test equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to working in both a clinical and workshop environment. Experience in fault-finding techniques of electrical and electronic equipment is desirable and an ability to work with IT systems would also be an advantage.
During the training programme you will be supported to develop a range of practical and problem-solving skills enabling you to undertake maintenance and repair work on a wide range of Medical Equipment. This will include acceptance testing of new equipment, routine servicing, and breakdown maintenance.
Main duties of the job
There are two levels of access to this role depending on your previous qualifications and experience.
Band 5 Qualified Clinical engineer:
You will be qualified to HNC level electrical and electronic engineering, BEng/BSc in Medical Engineering or similar. You will also have experience working in medical equipment service and repair. You will undertake a training program to develop your skills and competencies as required.
Band 4 Trainee Clinical engineer:
Entry at Band 4 will be considered where the candidate has no practical experience or insufficient qualifications. In this case upgrade to band 5 usually takes 1 year. You may be a recent university graduate without experience in the medical field, or looking for a career change. You may be part way through a recognised college course or qualified with a suitable level 3 qualification already. Possibilities exist to continue your academic progress through day release at a local college to a level 4 Engineering qualification. This is a full-time post however; you will have 1 day per week protected study leave once the course begins. Prior to the course starting in house training in technical skills will be undertaken within the various engineering teams within the BRI and other Clinical Engineering workshop locations. Training will consist of a combination of external training courses, shadowing senior staff and internal training courses.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Band 4
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent
Desirable
- Technician level Engineer or equivalent
- Full Driving License
- Apprenticeship in maintenance engineering
Qualifications and Training Band 5
Essential
- BSc/HNC/HND Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Full driving license
Desirable
- Registration as a clinical technologist
- Incorporated-level Engineer or equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience B4
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology
- Interest in computer systems, Microsoft Office Applications
Desirable
- Experience of working in a service environment
- Awareness of relevant legislations and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety.
Knowledge and Experience B5
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology
- Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications
- Experience of working in a medical devices service environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant legislations and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety.
- Use of service database, call-logging
- Experience in diagnosing component and system faults.
- Experience of IT Networking configuration
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Physical accuracy and good hand and eye coordination for small parts working
- Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
- Ability to assess risks arising from equipment failure
- Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations
- Able to use Microsoft Office/Works, to set up documents and spreadsheets
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training Band 4
Essential
- Evidence of continuing professional development
- Level 3 qualification in Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent
Desirable
- Technician level Engineer or equivalent
- Full Driving License
- Apprenticeship in maintenance engineering
Qualifications and Training Band 5
Essential
- BSc/HNC/HND Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent.
- Evidence of continuing professional development.
- Full driving license
Desirable
- Registration as a clinical technologist
- Incorporated-level Engineer or equivalent.
Knowledge and Experience B4
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology
- Interest in computer systems, Microsoft Office Applications
Desirable
- Experience of working in a service environment
- Awareness of relevant legislations and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety.
Knowledge and Experience B5
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology
- Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications
- Experience of working in a medical devices service environment
Desirable
- Knowledge of relevant legislations and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety.
- Use of service database, call-logging
- Experience in diagnosing component and system faults.
- Experience of IT Networking configuration
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Physical accuracy and good hand and eye coordination for small parts working
- Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and staff
- Ability to assess risks arising from equipment failure
- Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations
- Able to use Microsoft Office/Works, to set up documents and spreadsheets
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).
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Upper Maudlin St.
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
https://www.uhbw.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
