Clinical Technologist (Electronics)

NHS National Services Scotland; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Scotland is seeking a Clinical Technologist (Electronics) to work within the Oncology Physics Department at the Edinburgh Cancer Centre. The role involves routine maintenance and repair of radiotherapy equipment and ensuring compliance with quality assurance. Candidates with a minimum qualification of HNC/HND in Electronics and an understanding of electronic principles are encouraged to apply. Extensive training will be provided for those with limited experience in radiotherapy equipment.

Qualifications

• HNC/HND in Electronics or relevant degree may be considered.
• Solid understanding of electronic principles.
• Experience in servicing and maintenance roles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair linear accelerators.
• Support the maintenance of radiotherapy equipment.

Skills

Understanding of electronic principles

Experience with electronics servicing

Education

HNC/HND in Electronics

Job description

Overview

Oncology Physics Department – Edinburgh Cancer Centre – Western General Hospital.

Position

Clinical Technologist (Electronics)

Key Responsibilities

• Routine duties in the oncology physics section, including linear accelerator maintenance, QA and repair.
• Support the routine operation and maintenance of radiotherapy equipment.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of HNC/HND in Electronics.
• Solid understanding of electronic principles and experience working with electronics in a servicing and maintenance role and/or production test environment.
• Less experience and a relevant degree may be considered.

Training

Full training will be given for candidates with limited radiotherapy equipment experience. In-house training programme will also provide the healthcare based competencies needed.

Contact

Informal enquiries to Brian Gibson on 0131 537 2254, e-mail: [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity

NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. We welcome applications from all sections of society. 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.