Clinical Engineering Apprentice (Clinical Engineering)
The successful Clinical Engineering Apprentice will be enrolled onto the Level 6 Apprenticeship Standard – Control and Technical Support Engineer and will undergo a 4-year Engineering Technician Apprenticeship program of work-based learning combined with academic courses (education provider to be finalised).
Applicants must hold a minimum GCSE Maths and English Language Grade C/4 and above (or equivalent). Level 3 qualification in a relevant Engineering subject, (i.e. BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma) or A levels in Maths and a Science subject is required. Applicants already with an relevant engineering degree will not be considered/shortlisted.
This post does not support Visa applications. If you are not an ordinarily resident in the UK or have not worked in a full‑time role in the UK for more than 3 years then you are not eligible for a UK apprenticeship.
Responsibilities
- Observe, learn and assist, under supervision, in the full range of work in the Clinical Engineering Department, including medical device safety for patients and staff, planned preventative/corrective maintenance, inventory management, medical device lifecycle management, acceptance and safety testing, medical device de‑commissioning, assistance in maintenance of records, equipment evaluation, development and audit.
- Acquire the academic knowledge and practical skills necessary to complete medical device maintenance work and to support CPD evidence and RCT registration.
- Ensure that all work is carried out as instructed and in strict compliance with agreed instructions, maintaining accurate records of work undertaken.
- Assist with quality improvement projects, including applying lean methodology, defining the scope of projects, collecting data, implementing required quality changes and checking the effectiveness of said changes.
- Assist in updating training resources for the wider Clinical Engineering team.
- Update IQM with completed Health and Safety reviews, help with H&S audits and assist with Trust H&S requirements, including adherence to Trust policies and local procedures.
- Follow department technical procedures and safety standards applicable to medical devices.
- Conform to all departmental safe working practices and departmental policies and procedures.
- Respond quickly and efficiently to all requests regarding medical devices, exercising own judgement in escalating to the appropriate clinical technologist.
- Participate in relevant training given by manufacturers and technical staff.
- Establish good working relationships with all technical, clinical and support staff that the apprentice will interact with.
Qualifications
- GCSE Maths and English Language Grade C/4 and above (or equivalent).
- Level 3 qualification in a relevant Engineering subject, (i.e. BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma) or A levels in Maths and a Science subject.
- Demonstrates a commitment to further learning and personal development.
Experience and Skills
- Willingness to develop new skills and acquire additional qualifications.
- Motivated and able to organise personal study programme.
- High level of manual dexterity.
- Ability to follow and consistently apply safety instructions.
- Computer literate.
- Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail for prolonged periods.
- Ability to follow intricate instruction.
- Ability to keep accurate written and computer records.
- Ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload.
- Understanding of potential hazards posed by duties of the role.
- Understanding and working within limits and scope of job role.
Flexibility With Working Arrangements
- Must be able to travel to the various academic institutions and work area placements.
- Required to work flexibly to meet unpredictable demands on the service.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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