Overview
We are seeking to recruit a permanent Medical Engineer to support the existing teams working within Clinical Technology. The successful applicant must have an engineering background, specifically with experience in service engineering and maintenance. The successful applicant must be qualified to a minimum of HNC level or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering subject and hold a valid full UK manual driving licence.
About the Department
The department of Clinical Technology provides a comprehensive medical equipment management and maintenance service to the University Hospital of North Midlands (UHNM) and external healthcare bodies. Based at both the Royal Stoke University Hospital and County Hospital sites, the department consists of multidisciplinary teams of medical engineers, which provide medical equipment maintenance and support to services across the organisation and to other local healthcare providers. The post holder will be an integral member of the newly established Beds Team within Clinical Technology, supporting the safe and effective maintenance, testing, repair, and deployment of hospital beds and associated accessories across the Trust.
Responsibilities
* Work under the direction of the Beds Team Leader, delivering day-to-day technical activities in line with Trust policies, agreed procedures, manufacturers' instructions, and relevant standards.
* Ensure beds are safe, fit for purpose, and available to support clinical services, with a strong focus on patient safety and service continuity.
* Perform planned preventative maintenance, asset tracking, and accurate record keeping within the clinical asset management system.
* Collaborate with ward staff, Infection Prevention and Control, Estates, and other support services to ensure beds are maintained, cleaned, and returned to service in a timely manner.
* Support the introduction of standardised processes and governance arrangements for beds maintenance, contribute to audits and quality improvement activity, and appropriately escalate risks or issues.
* Participate in ongoing training and competency development to enable progression of technical skills and contribution to a resilient, well-functioning Beds Team.
Qualifications
* Engineering background with experience in service engineering and maintenance.
* Minimum of HNC level or equivalent experience in a relevant engineering subject.
* Valid full UK manual driving licence.
* Experience with medical equipment maintenance and support preferred.
Inclusion and Equality
UHNM is committed to a culture of inclusion, providing equal opportunities for career development that are fair and transparent. We are a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture in which all staff feel valued and respected.
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