Technical Specialist

WA Country Health Service; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% employer contributed superann.

Salary packaging arrangements

Professional development opportunities

Study leave / assistance

Flexible working arrangements

Flexible leave arrangements

Other location-based allowances

Job summary

WA Country Health Service is recruiting a Technical Specialist to provide advanced expertise and support for complex electromedical equipment and healthcare technology systems. The role covers lifecycle management, from evaluation to replacement planning, with involvement in procurement, QA and safety initiatives.

Applicants should possess a Certificate or Associate Diploma in Electronics, strong clinical IT understanding, and willingness to travel regionally, including overnights.

Qualifications

• Certificate or Associate Diploma in Electronics or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of computer systems, networking, connected medical devices and their clinical use.
• Experience with repair, maintenance, installation and support of electromedical equipment.
• Ability to work independently and with a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards, medical device regulations and risk management.
• Willingness to travel regionally, including overnight stays.
• On-call and after-hours duties may be required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced technical expertise, advice and training on electromedical equipment and healthcare technology systems.
• Oversee equipment lifecycle support: evaluation, installation, maintenance, optimisation and replacement planning.
• Contribute to procurement, standards development, quality assurance, risk management and service improvement activities.
• Travel within the region as required, including overnight stays.

Skills

Electronics know-how

Networking principles

Medical device knowledge

Clinical IT systems

Equipment lifecycle

Travel readiness

Education

Certificate / Associate Diploma in Electronics

Job description

This is for a Permanent or Fixed Term Full Time appointment for 12 months with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. Position Profile: We are currently seeking to appoint a Technical Specialist. The Technical Specialist provides advanced technical expertise, specialist support, advice and training in the management of complex electromedical equipment and healthcare technology systems. The role is responsible for equipment lifecycle support, including evaluation, installation, maintenance, optimisation and replacement planning, while contributing to procurement, standards development, quality assurance, risk management and service improvement activities. Area Profile: The WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is the largest country health system in Australia and one of the biggest in the world, providing health services to approximately half a million people, including 45,000 Aboriginal people, over a vast two and a half million square kilometre area. The organisation comprises seven regions, with a strong network of public hospitals, health services and health centres located across rural and remote Western Australia. Our core business is the provision of quality, accessible health services to country WA residents and visitors.

Suitability Criteria:

• Certificate or Associate Diploma in Electronics or equivalent.
• Sound knowledge of computer systems, networking principles, connected medical devices and their application within clinical environments, network-connected medical equipment, healthcare technology systems and associated infrastructure.
• Demonstrated experience in the repair, maintenance, installation and support of complex and specialised electromedical equipment .
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment.
• Knowledge of relevant Australian Standards, medical device regulations and compliance requirements, understanding of clinical practices, medical terminology and equipment-related risk management.
• Ability to regularly travel within the region as required including overnight stays.
• Ability to participate in on-call and after-hour duties.

Employee Benefits:

• 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation
• Access to generous salary packaging arrangements
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Flexible leave arrangements
• Other professional and location based allowances

Eligibility to Apply:

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

Other Conditions:

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, applicants found suitable for this position may be considered for other ‘similar’ vacancies within WACHS and/or the wider WA public sector. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce where every employee feels valued and empowered. We believe that a diverse team brings unique perspectives and drives innovation to meet our community’s needs. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences to join us in shaping a more equitable future and as a measure to achieve equality, under sections 51, 66R and 66ZP of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984, encourage applications from people living with a disability, Aboriginal people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, women and youth (24 years of age and under).