Job summary
We are looking for a Dental Engineer to maintain and repair a wide range of medical devices and equipment used throughout our Dental Services.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong customer focus and commitment to delivering excellence. The post holder will be responsible for ensuring medical devicesand equipment are maintained and repaired to the required standard and undertake electrical safety and PAT testing of equipment. Patient safety, excellent customer service,communication and delivering a quality service are key attributes for this post.A Degree in Electronics, Mechanical Engineering or Bio Medical Engineering or equivalent theoretical and practical experience is essential with post graduate engineeringexperience. Extensive experience in fault finding, repair and maintenance of complex electrical and mechanical devices is also required for the role as well as a full UK drivinglicense. Prior NHS or dental industry experience of working with medical devices and equipment is desirable.The post holder will be mobile and expected to travel; the main workshop is located in Faversham and a Trust vehicle will be provided.For further information about this vacancy, please telephone the Dental Engineering Manager, Angie Andrews on 07943 524130.
About us
Rated 'outstanding' by the CQC, we've got a passion for delivering high standards of patient care and excellent services to improve the health of our communities. To do this we need outstanding people who share our values compassionate Aspirational Responsive Excellent
We know a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion leads to better patient care and a happier workforce. We pride ourselves in being diverse and welcome applications from people with varied backgrounds, perspectives and experiences
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The data we collect helps us to ensure we are attracting diversity in our applicants, that all our colleagues have equitable access to career opportunities and supports us on our journey to being a Great Place to Work
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want you to be able to work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Talk to us about a flexible working arrangement that won't involve sacrificing time for personal interests or family commitments. We'll support you to work flexibly in a way that will suits us both
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Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The job description and person specification gives you all the information you need about this role. Please look carefully at the criteria in the person specification and tell us what you have done that shows you meet this in your application. If you need an application form in an alternative format please let our recruitment team know. All information you supply on your application should, to the best of your knowledge, be true and accurate.
Still have questions? The recruiting manager would love to hear from you, their contact details can be found in the job advert.
We can get a lot of applications for some roles so to be in with the best chance of being shortlisted please make sure you apply as soon as possible. A vacancy may close early if there is a lot of interest in the job.
At KCHFT we strongly encourage colleagues in clinical and non-clinical roles who have direct or social contact with patients to be fully vaccinated. In this way we will be doing all we can to ensure your safety and that of your colleagues and the patients we serve.
Find out more about the community difference here.
Good luck! We cant wait to meet you and welcome you to #teamKCHFT, #cometocommunity.
Person Specification
Knowledge, training and experience
Essential
- Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent theoretical knowledge and experience
Desirable
- NHS, HM Armed Forces or Dental Industry experience of working with medical/dental devices and equipment
Skills
Essential
- Skills for the use of precision/fine tools/instruments including dexterity, co-ordination, sensory and speed / Advanced fault-finding techniques / Decision making skills.
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
- Sound organisational skills and Excellent analytical skills.
- Able to analyse and resolve problems speedily and effectively.
- Able to influence, negotiate and persuade and motivate others.
- Able to liaise effectively with staff and managers at all levels of the organisation.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload to match objectives / Empathetic approach and customer focused
- Ability to take a holistic and logical approach to interpretation of technical information and impart relevant information to clinical staff
- Ability to deal with complex and unpredictable situations
- Ability to use discretion / Flexible and able to travel Service wide / Ability to work independently and to use own initiative.
- Ability to work under pressure and effective at working to deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to get things done in co-operation with others, and as part of a team.
Person Specification
Knowledge, training and experience
Essential
- Degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Electronics Engineering or equivalent theoretical knowledge and experience
Desirable
- NHS, HM Armed Forces or Dental Industry experience of working with medical/dental devices and equipment
Skills
Essential
- Skills for the use of precision/fine tools/instruments including dexterity, co-ordination, sensory and speed / Advanced fault-finding techniques / Decision making skills.
- Competent in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel).
- Sound organisational skills and Excellent analytical skills.
- Able to analyse and resolve problems speedily and effectively.
- Able to influence, negotiate and persuade and motivate others.
- Able to liaise effectively with staff and managers at all levels of the organisation.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise workload to match objectives / Empathetic approach and customer focused
- Ability to take a holistic and logical approach to interpretation of technical information and impart relevant information to clinical staff
- Ability to deal with complex and unpredictable situations
- Ability to use discretion / Flexible and able to travel Service wide / Ability to work independently and to use own initiative.
- Ability to work under pressure and effective at working to deadlines.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to get things done in co-operation with others, and as part of a team.
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).
