Job Overview
University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us. Please see below for a detailed description of the role.
Responsibilities
Clinical Engineering is looking for a qualified Clinical Technologist to join its team at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust. For candidates that don’t have the relevant experience or qualifications, a position may be considered at a lower band. You will offer technical advice to clinical and scientific staff and complete planned maintenance, corrective maintenance, calibration, acceptance and decommissioning tasks on a range of medical equipment. With a clear focus on quality and patient services, you will be responsible for supporting a wide range of medical equipment across many clinical specialities that support the delivery of world‑class healthcare here at University Hospital Southampton, within the local healthcare community and overseas. The role may include exciting opportunities for 2‑5 days of overseas work per year.
- Work with manufacturers/service agents on highly complex technical issues related to repairs, spare parts and specialist test equipment.
- Appraise the most cost‑effective repair option.
- Use a range of specialised precision calibration and test equipment.
- Undertake planned preventative maintenance and safe repair of expensive, complex medical equipment.
- Commissioning/acceptance testing of new and loan medical equipment.
- Ensure accurate recording of maintenance in the equipment management database.
- Calibrate and safety test all medical equipment prior to issuance to clinical areas.
- Comply with procedures under the Quality Management System.
- Remove/condemn medical equipment when it is unsafe or beyond economical repair.
- Understand the clinical application for the medical equipment maintained.
- Accurately repair, maintain and calibrate life‑support equipment, medication equipment and diagnostic equipment.
Diversity and Inclusion
At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognising that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive and contribute.
Trust Values
- Patients First
- Always Improving
- Working Together
Qualifications and Experience
Essential Criteria
- BSc in Medical Engineering through PTP, or equivalent qualification, or equivalent experience.
- In‑depth experience of working at band 4 or higher in a hospital medical engineering technical role.
- Ability to travel between the hospital sites.
- Maintenance of equipment with fault‑finding to component level.
- Experience of coordinating office systems and procedures.
- Sound verbal and written communication.
- Work within a Quality Management system.
Desirable Criteria
- Occasional work trips abroad – requiring a valid passport.
- Full UK Driving licence.
- Database creation and management.
- Professional accreditation.
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