Overview
Job Summary Rehabilitation engineering is the clinical application of engineering science and principles to develop technological solutions and devices, in the provision of services and research and development to meet the needs of individuals living with complex disabilities. The Regional Technical Aids Service (RTAS) provides bespoke design, modification, manufacture and consultancy services for mechanical, electrical and electronic, specialist IT and communication assistive technologies to suit the needs of these individuals. Working in collaboration with therapists and other health, social care and medical professionals across the region, in both clinical and community settings, the service aims to improve the lives of people living with disabilities, enabling them to remain in their own homes and realise their full potential in terms of independence, education, employment and social participation. RTAS engineers / technologists are engaged in and utilise their skills and experience in the provision of high quality engineering solutions to improve physical, mental and social wellbeing.
Important notice Previous shortlisted applicants need not apply. Interview Date: 10 March 2026. 37 Hours 30 Minutes/Week. You will be redirected to Trac to apply for the vacancy. Please expand the job details section and read all of the information before applying for the vacancy. No agencies please.
Main duties of the job
We are currently seeking a suitably qualified, capable and motivated clinical engineer to join the team to support the delivery of our services which include, initial assessment of referral requirements, problem solving, risk analysis, design, manufacture and documentation. In addition, the post holder will lead the development of the service quality management system in accordance with applicable standards and the requirements of the Medical Device Regulation. They will also coordinate the required quality assurance, audit and clinical governance activities, developing and delivering associated training to colleagues and other healthcare professionals, relevant within the scope and activities of the wider Rehabilitation Engineering and Aids for Living unit. The successful applicant will be registered or working towards registration as a Clinical Scientist, educated with an engineering or science based degree and a related Master\'s degree, or equivalent level of specialist knowledge and experience of engineering design, materials, manufacturing and regulatory compliance and documentation. This is a demanding, but rewarding, patient facing role, working alongside other healthcare professionals, engineering technical solutions to meet patient need, requiring excellent technical awareness, communication, planning, organisational and interpersonal skills. A full valid UK driving licence is essential; as regular region wide travel is a required.
About Us
As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us and for our patients, and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you. With around 2 million contacts with patients every year, we deliver care from the Royal Victoria Infirmary (RVI), Freeman Hospital, Newcastle Dental Hospital, Cramlington Manor Walks, Urgent treatment centres, Newcastle Fertility Centre, Northern Centre for Cancer Care, North Cumbria, Northern Genetics Service. We also have offices at Regent Point in Gosforth and community sites. Please see attached information on what Staff Benefits we have to offer at our Trust under \"Documents to download\" or \"Supporting documents\".
Job details
Date posted: 02 February 2026 • Pay scheme: Agenda for change • Band: Band 7 • Salary: £47,810 to £54,710 a year per annum • Contract: Permanent • Working pattern: Full-time • Reference number: 317-2025-46-016-A
Job locations
Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN
Job responsibilities
* Contributes to service delivery, region wide, within their specialist area.
* Assists in providing professional technical leadership within their specialist area.
* Supports service improvement and the development, implementation and audit of clinical and organisational strategies within the service via the quality management system.
* Performs a range of advanced healthcare science activities.
* Provides highly specialist advice and training to staff within own area and other professionals.
* Actively involved in research and development projects.
* Contributes to staff development, supervises and trains less experienced staff and trainees.
Person Specification
Essential
* Qualifications & Education: First or second-class honours degree in a relevant science or engineering subject
* Post-graduate degree at master’s level, or equivalent
* Registered as a Clinical Scientist or working towards
* Full, valid driving licence
Knowledge & Experience
* In-depth specialist knowledge and understanding of the application of physical and engineering sciences to medicine
* Specialist knowledge of medical or scientific equipment and/or clinical procedures relevant to the working area
* Knowledge of the Medical Devices Regulations and other relevant legislation, standards and safe principles
* Knowledge of clinical audit and governance
* Problem solving skills
Skills & Abilities
* Excellent patient and interpersonal communication skills
* Good time management and organisational skills
* Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines and maintain technical services
* Proficient IT skills and database usage
* Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team or independently
* Research and development work as part of a team
* Teaching, training and mentoring skills
Disclosure and Sponsorship
Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a disclosure check will be required.
Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome. For information see UK Visas and Immigration. UK Registration: Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Freeman Hospital, Freeman Hospital, NE7 7DN
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