Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Medical Engineering Technician within the Medical Physics Team, at Dumfries and Galloway Royal Infirmary, to support the delivery of a medical equipment management service.
The postholder will help provide medical equipment management services to NHS and other customers, supporting the clinical use of highly specialist medical equipment in areas including critical care units, theatres, general wards, and community sites. This includes fault finding, repairing breakdowns, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, safety checks, assisting with the investigation of medical equipment related incidents and problem solving in the clinical environment.
Responsibilities
* Provide medical equipment management services to NHS and other customers.
* Support clinical use of highly specialist medical equipment in critical care units, theatres, general wards, and community sites.
* Perform fault finding and repair of equipment, scheduled preventive maintenance, and safety checks.
* Assist with investigations of medical equipment related incidents and contribute to problem solving in the clinical environment.
Qualifications
* Degree or technical HND or equivalent in electronics or medical engineering.
* Experience of working within an electronic servicing role.
* Experience with anaesthesia and ventilation equipment is an advantage.
Skills and Attributes
* Self-motivated and able to work effectively within a team.
* Good interpersonal skills, flexible and methodical approach.
* Willingness to travel and work at various hospitals and clinics within the board.
Organisation & Context
NHS Dumfries and Galloway serves a population of approximately 150,000 in a region covering around 2,400 square miles. It is an area of outstanding beauty with countryside and coastline.
Application notes
Shortlisted candidates must be prepared to travel to Dumfries for interview. Informal enquiries and visits to the Medical Physics Department are welcome. Telephone 07811 316163 or email stephen.roberts@nhs.scot. If you require a Work Visa, check eligibility at: https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa
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