Band 7 Critical Care Technologist

NHS; Hampstead; On-site; GBP 56,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

An NHS hospital in Hampstead seeks an ICU Lead Clinical Technician to provide technical leadership and manage bedside equipment in the Intensive Care Unit. The role involves supervising staff and ensuring high standards of patient care while working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams. The ideal candidate must be a registered nurse or ODP, with relevant experience and skills in leadership and critical care.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Generous benefits

Next-level training

Qualifications

• 1st or 2nd level registration NMC/HCPC required.
• Demonstrable high level of competence in relevant specialty.
• Experience of managing and supervising staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Clinical Technologists and associated support teams.
• Manage ICU bedside equipment ensuring safety and readiness.
• Spend at least 25% of working time in clinical practice.

Skills

Leadership and team building skills

Computer skills – competent in Outlook, Word and Excel

Ability to communicate concisely and effectively

Good interpersonal skills

Competent in intravenous cannulation / phlebotomy

Education

Registered Nurse/ODP

Relevant degree

Mentorship course

Job description

Job Summary

The ICU Lead Clinical Technician will provide technical leadership within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), ensuring the safe and effective use of bedside equipment and supporting high standards of patient care. The post holder will lead and manage the Clinical Technologists and associated support teams, deliver technical training, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to optimise critical care services.

Main Duties

• Represent the department in senior leadership and multidisciplinary team meetings.
• Line‑manage Clinical Technologists and other designated staff (including ICU Housekeeping and Portering teams).
• Act as the technical lead for all ICU bedside equipment, ensuring functionality, safety, and readiness for clinical use.
• Spend at least 25% of working time in clinical practice to support patient care and troubleshoot technical issues.
• Work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of care to critically ill patients.

About us

The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200 000 in A&E, deliver over 8 000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests.

Our size, scale and influence offer unrivalled career opportunities and a forward‑thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next‑level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

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Details

Date posted: 07 November 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 7

Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full‑time

Reference number: 391‑RFL‑7576243

Job location: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG

Person Specification

Education and Qualifications (Essential)

• Registered Nurse/ODP
• 1st or 2nd level registration NMC/HCPC
• Relevant degree
• Mentorship course
• ENB Nursing / relevant Course to specialty

Education and Qualifications (Desirable)

• Possess equipment and medical devices competencies
• A degree in Biomedical Sciences, Clinical Engineering, or a closely related discipline

Experience (Essential)

• Demonstrable experience to a high level of competence in a relevant specialty
• Experience of managing, supervising and appraising staff
• Experience of managing a budget and other resources

Experience (Desirable)

• Evidence of managing a team
• Minimum 2 years post ICU/ENB Course

Skills and Aptitudes (Essential)

• Leadership and team building skills
• Computer skills – competent in Outlook, Word and Excel
• Ability to communicate concisely and effectively in writing and verbally, including overcoming language barriers
• Ability to prioritise workload
• Good interpersonal skills
• Competent to administer intravenous medication
• Competent in intravenous cannulation / phlebotomy

Skills and Aptitudes (Desirable)

• Leadership Courses

Knowledge (Essential)

• Knowledge of being an accountable practitioner
• Staff appraisal and performance management
• Knowledge of clinical governance and risk management, budget, financial and resource management
• Understanding of change management

Royal Free Values (Essential)

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust Values

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure application will be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled Worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration.

Employer Details

Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust

Address: Royal Free Hospital, Pond Street, Hampstead, NW3 2QG

Website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/