Overview
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NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Applications are invited for the post of Medical Equipment Technician in the Department of Medical Physics and Bio-Engineering at Raigmore Hospital, Inverness. The appointee, supported by the section's Clinical Engineers, Technologists and Administrative staff, will be responsible for maintenance and repair of a wide range of medical equipment, including faultfinding, repairing breakdowns, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, safety checks, assisting with the investigation of medical equipment related incidents and problem solving in the clinical environment. The post requires technical OND or equivalent qualification in an electronics or medical engineering discipline, and experience of working within an electronic servicing role. Alternatively, trainee appointments under Annex 21 will also be considered for candidates with relevant experience.
Responsibilities
* Maintenance and repair of a wide range of medical equipment.
* Faultfinding and repairing breakdowns.
* Performing scheduled preventive maintenance and safety checks.
* Assisting with investigations of medical equipment related incidents.
* Problem solving in the clinical environment.
Qualifications
* Technical OND or equivalent qualification in electronics or medical engineering.
* Experience in an electronic servicing role.
* Alternatively, trainee appointments under Annex 21 will be considered for candidates with relevant experience.
Other details
* Candidates must hold a full valid driving licence.
* Willingness to travel and work at various hospitals, health centres, and medical practices throughout NHS Highland.
* Inverness is a vibrant city with access to outdoor activities in the Scottish Highlands.
Eligibility and visa information
This role does not meet the eligibility criteria for a Skilled Worker visa or a Health and Care Worker visa. NHS Highland is unable to provide candidates with a Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) for this role.
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