Job summary Clinical Engineering at UHL is responsible for life cycle management of Medical devices across the trust and some of the neighbouring community hospitals. It is the responsibility of Clinical Engineering to ensure equipment operates effectively and safely with a minimum of downtime, and equipment and its management represents value for money. Clinical equipment covered incorporates electrical, electronic, mechanical, computer software and medical gas systems. This Role is on a fixed term contract of 12 months to support the Maternity departments across two site within the trust, these are based at the Leicester Royal Infirmary and Leicester General Hospital. The successful candidate will be expected to manage their own workload to be able to provide support and be flexible across both site. They will need to show a presence on each site throughout the working week. Face to face interview only Main duties of the job The Medical Equipment Management Service (MEMS) requires a dynamic medical equipment Senior Maintenance Assistant, to take a key role within the service. This is a demanding position and you will play a major part in achieving service objectives in a busy and technically challenging environment governed by an ISO9001 quality system. The successful candidate will have the ability to self manage and prioritise the direction of their day to day activities to achieve timely completion of repair, planned maintenance and associated equipment management tasks and be part of the blood gas analyser on-call service. The maintenance role is performed both in-house and at various customer sites throughout Leicestershire. A driving licence and own transport are essential. Applicants must be qualified to HNC in electronics or equivalent, and it is desirable that you have previous knowledge of servicing medical devices. Technical training will be available. You will have a safety conscious approach to your work and the ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels. An ability to cope under pressure, be adaptable and multi-task is required. Experience of using an equipment database and associated IT skills will be a distinct advantage. In-person interview only About us Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030). We have four primary goals: high-quality care for all, being a great place to work, partnerships for impact, and research and education excellence And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities. Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all: we are compassionate, we are proud, we are inclusive, and we are one team This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve. About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust: http://www.leicestershospitals.nhs.uk/aboutus/work-for-us/current-vacancies/ Job description Job responsibilities Due to the nature of this role and the difficulties of achieving guaranteed access to medical equipment during normal working hours, occasional working during unsociable hours maybe required. The post holder shall: Be a specialist engineer for a range of medical equipment. Effectively manage the work they are assigned, including the management of more junior staff assigned to the same/similar task, ensuring service objectives and targets are met. Work under own initiative, manage and prioritise own workload and workload of others and exercise a broad degree of responsibility. Play a role in organising, prioritising and undertaking unsupervised maintenance and repairs to equipment in critical care/surgical areas whilst patients are present. In consultation with the section lead, and senior clinical technologists devise/develop and maintain planned maintenance schedules on all medical equipment. Undertake acceptance testing/commissioning of new equipment, preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection, calibration and repair to a wide range of medical equipment. Communicate effectively with clinical users to schedule servicing or gain a clear understanding of the nature of problems with equipment. They shall assess the seriousness and implications of any reported problems and respond appropriately to the urgency of the user request. Undertake fault-finding. Apply suitable fault-finding techniques to diagnose problems, which may be due to user error, equipment failure or environmental issues (e.g. Temperature, RF interference). Job description Job responsibilities Due to the nature of this role and the difficulties of achieving guaranteed access to medical equipment during normal working hours, occasional working during unsociable hours maybe required. The post holder shall: Be a specialist engineer for a range of medical equipment. Effectively manage the work they are assigned, including the management of more junior staff assigned to the same/similar task, ensuring service objectives and targets are met. Work under own initiative, manage and prioritise own workload and workload of others and exercise a broad degree of responsibility. Play a role in organising, prioritising and undertaking unsupervised maintenance and repairs to equipment in critical care/surgical areas whilst patients are present. In consultation with the section lead, and senior clinical technologists devise/develop and maintain planned maintenance schedules on all medical equipment. Undertake acceptance testing/commissioning of new equipment, preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection, calibration and repair to a wide range of medical equipment. Communicate effectively with clinical users to schedule servicing or gain a clear understanding of the nature of problems with equipment. They shall assess the seriousness and implications of any reported problems and respond appropriately to the urgency of the user request. Undertake fault-finding. Apply suitable fault-finding techniques to diagnose problems, which may be due to user error, equipment failure or environmental issues (e.g. Temperature, RF interference). Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential HNC in electronic/mechanical or equivalent. Desirable Degree or equivalent in relevant subject area. Technical Registration with an engineering institute. Experience Essential Knowledge and experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipment Specialist training on the maintenance and repair of a range of medical devices. Information Technology experience Desirable Significant experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipment Significant experience in the use and operation of a quality management system such as ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2012 Skills Essential Be able to physically lift heavy equipment. Carry out repetitive equipment testing. Work in awkward positions. Walk long distances. Use precision tools with a high level of dexterity Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Communication and relationship skills Essential Must be able to communicate articulately with colleagues, external agencies and possess good customer care skills Able to communicate complex information relating to medical equipment to colleagues and non-technical staff. Be able to maintain effective relationships with colleagues and with associates in other disciplines. Able to teach others and communicate effectively. Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Able to exercise own initiative/Judgement when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence. Have the ability to analyse problems and logically solve technical problems Use of fine tools for equipment fault finding, adjustment/soldering and calibration Able to deal with occasional distressing circumstances when working in clinical areas (e.g. when visiting wards and theatres fault finding on patient connected equipment). Excellent interpersonal skills IT literate, Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales Desirable Detailed fault finding to PCB and component level Planning and organisation skills Essential Able to prioritise and manage own work including maintenance activities. Organise priorities for maintenance and repairs Must be able to deal with constantly changing workload and priorities Good understanding of the principles of inventory management including Record keeping and database maintenance. Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential Full valid driving licence Be willing to learn/attend specialist training courses and have a positive attitude. Evidence of on-going CPD Ability to supervise maintenance assistants, trainees i.e. check, evaluates work. Desirable Specialist knowledge of individual manufacturer's equipment. (Certificated) Person Specification Training & Qualifications Essential HNC in electronic/mechanical or equivalent. Desirable Degree or equivalent in relevant subject area. Technical Registration with an engineering institute. Experience Essential Knowledge and experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipment Specialist training on the maintenance and repair of a range of medical devices. Information Technology experience Desirable Significant experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipment Significant experience in the use and operation of a quality management system such as ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2012 Skills Essential Be able to physically lift heavy equipment. Carry out repetitive equipment testing. Work in awkward positions. Walk long distances. Use precision tools with a high level of dexterity Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours Communication and relationship skills Essential Must be able to communicate articulately with colleagues, external agencies and possess good customer care skills Able to communicate complex information relating to medical equipment to colleagues and non-technical staff. Be able to maintain effective relationships with colleagues and with associates in other disciplines. Able to teach others and communicate effectively. Analytical and Judgement skills Essential Able to exercise own initiative/Judgement when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence. Have the ability to analyse problems and logically solve technical problems Use of fine tools for equipment fault finding, adjustment/soldering and calibration Able to deal with occasional distressing circumstances when working in clinical areas (e.g. when visiting wards and theatres fault finding on patient connected equipment). Excellent interpersonal skills IT literate, Manage time accordingly to ensure tasks are completed to specified timescales Desirable Detailed fault finding to PCB and component level Planning and organisation skills Essential Able to prioritise and manage own work including maintenance activities. Organise priorities for maintenance and repairs Must be able to deal with constantly changing workload and priorities Good understanding of the principles of inventory management including Record keeping and database maintenance. Capable of working as part of a multi-disciplinary team Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of the service. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Essential Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs. All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others Other requirements specific to the role Essential Full valid driving licence Be willing to learn/attend specialist training courses and have a positive attitude. Evidence of on-going CPD Ability to supervise maintenance assistants, trainees i.e. check, evaluates work. Desirable Specialist knowledge of individual manufacturer's equipment. (Certificated) 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see 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. Certificate of Sponsorship 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. 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.. UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see Employer details Employer name University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Address University Hospitals of Leicester Leicester LE1 5WW Employer's website