Band 6 Clinical Engineer - Reading - Sanctuary Personal

Sanctuary Personnel Ltd; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare recruitment agency is looking for a Band 6 Clinical Engineer in Reading. This full-time role offers £26 per hour and requires NHS experience. Responsibilities include equipment maintenance, troubleshooting, and compliance with healthcare standards. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in Clinical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering and preferably be RCT and HCPC registered. The position promises professional growth in a supportive team culture while enhancing healthcare delivery to patients.

Benefits

Full-Time Stability

Work–Life Balance

Professional Growth

Supportive Team Culture

Qualifications

• Degree in Clinical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field required.
• RCT registered or working towards registration.
• HCPC registration is preferable.
• Full UK driving licence preferred for travelling.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on medical equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues with clinical teams.
• Evaluate and procure medical devices.
• Contribute to quality assurance and compliance.
• Participate in ongoing training on new technologies.

Skills

NHS experience

Technical expertise

Troubleshooting

Education

Degree in Clinical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering

Job description

Job Title: Band 6 Clinical Engineer

Location: Reading, UK

Salary: £26.00 per hour

Contract: Ongoing

Hours: Full-Time

Seize an exciting opportunity to join a forward‑thinking Clinical Engineering team in Reading as a Band 6 Clinical Engineer. This full‑time, ongoing locum role offers a competitive hourly rate of £26.00 and the chance to work across key clinical settings, including general wards and ICU. With NHS experience essential, this position is perfect for a skilled engineer ready to make a meaningful impact on healthcare delivery.

To excel in this role, you will need a degree in Clinical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field. You should either be RCT registered or working towards registration, and ideally hold HCPC registration. A full UK driving licence is also preferable, as the role involves travelling between sites.

Perks and Benefits

• Full‑Time Stability: Enjoy consistent working hours while experiencing the adaptability and variety that locum roles offer.
• Work–Life Balance: Embrace flexibility in an environment that values personal wellbeing and autonomy.
• Professional Growth: Access diverse clinical settings and continuous learning opportunities to expand your technical expertise.
• Supportive Team Culture: Join a collaborative environment that prioritises innovation, development, and high‑quality patient care.

What You Will Do

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide range of medical equipment to ensure operational safety and reliability.
• Work closely with clinical teams to troubleshoot and resolve equipment issues across wards and ICU.
• Provide specialist input during the evaluation, selection, and procurement of medical devices.
• Contribute to quality assurance procedures and compliance with relevant healthcare engineering standards.
• Participate in ongoing training to stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices.

Why Reading?

Reading is a thriving hub of culture, technology, and opportunity. With excellent transport links to London, a rich history, vibrant arts scene, and plentiful dining and shopping options, it offers a fantastic quality of life. Whether you’re exploring its green spaces or its modern business district, Reading is a brilliant place to develop your career.

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