230905 Specialist Clinical Technologist

NHS Lothian; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Edinburgh is seeking a Specialist Clinical Technologist to provide technical support for medical devices. The ideal candidate will have SCQF level 9 in an electrical/electronic discipline and experience with anaesthesia equipment is a plus. This permanent, full-time role offers career development opportunities and requires PVG Scheme membership. Candidates must be prepared for an in-person interview that includes a written and practical assessment.

Qualifications

• SCQF level 9 in an electrical/electronic discipline, or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience with anaesthesia and ventilation equipment is an advantage.
• PVG Scheme membership for the relevant regulatory group.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for medical devices.
• Ensure day-to-day running of the service.
• Travel to hospitals and clinics in Lothian as required.
• Support the delivery of healthcare across four acute hospital sites.

Skills

Technical support for medical devices

Excellent interpersonal skills

Self-motivated and enthusiastic

Methodical approach to tasks

Education

SCQF level 9 in electrical/electronic discipline

Job description

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. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

We will fully support disabled candidates, and candidates with long-term conditions or who are neurodivergent by making reasonable adjustments to our recruitment policy and practices.

To work in the United Kingdom, there is a legal requirement for an individual to demonstrate that they have the relevant permission to work in the country. This permission is, without exception, granted by the UK Visa and Immigrations Service. Further information on what NHS Scotland Boards are required to do to check this as well as what your responsibilities include can be found in the further information for this vacancy.

This post requires the post holder to have a PVG Scheme membership/record. If the post holder is not a current PVG member for the required regulatory group (i.e. child and/or adult) then an application will need to be made to Disclosure Scotland and deemed satisfactory before they can begin in post.

Department of Medical Physics, The Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh

Specialist Clinical Technologist (Clinical Engineering / Medical Equipment)

Permanent, Full Time (37 hours/week): 1 Post.

Salary Scale: Band 6

Job Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a position within the Medical Equipment Management Service at the Royal Infirmary, Edinburgh, to support the delivery of a medical equipment management service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical support as part of a team carrying out service and repair work on a wide range of medical devices.
• Ensure the day‑to‑day running of the service, working effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Travel to various hospitals and clinics in Lothian as required.
• Support the delivery of world‑class healthcare across four acute hospital sites and within the local healthcare community.

Qualifications

• SCQF level 9 in an electrical/electronic discipline, or equivalent training and experience.
• Experience with anaesthesia and ventilation equipment is an advantage.
• PVG Scheme membership for the relevant regulatory group.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, conscientious and technically capable.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a flexible, methodical approach to tasks.

Benefits

The Medical Equipment Management service offers a clear focus on quality and patient services, with opportunities for career development and staff training.

Application Process

Shortlisted candidates must be prepared to attend interview in person as there is a written and practical assessment element of the process. If you are unable to attend do not apply.

Informal enquiries are welcomed by Neil Watt, Team Lead: tel. [phone], email [e-mail] or Nicola Cawthorne, East Sector Manager: tel. [phone], email [e-mail].