Bio-Medical Engineer

NHS; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Liverpool is seeking a skilled Bio-Medical Engineer for a part-time position. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of a wide range of complex medical equipment. Ideal applicants should have a relevant degree and experience in medical device maintenance. The role involves working within a multi-disciplinary team and attending on-site practical tests during the interview process. Competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Specialist training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in medical device or complex electronic/electrical equipment maintenance.
• Ability to interpret schematic diagrams for fault finding.
• Training in medical device maintenance from manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Commission, repair, maintain, and decommission medical equipment.
• Work independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Maintain and repair equipment subject to contamination hazards.

Skills

Technical skills in medical devices

Analytical skills

Excellent communication

Manual dexterity

Flexibility in approach

Education

Degree or equivalent in relevant subject

Registered as Clinical Technologist

Job description

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Bio-Medical Engineer

The closing date is 12 November 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Alder Hey Children's NHS FT for a skilled, experienced and motivated Band 5 Medical Engineer.

The role is a part-time position within the Medical Engineering department. The department consists of electronic and mechanical engineers, equipment library staff and an administration team.

You will be educated to at least HNC/D level or equivalent with several years' medical device or other complex electronic/electrical equipment maintenance experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.

Please note: there is a requirement for on-site practical test at interview which you must be able to attend to be considered for the post.

Please do not apply if you are unable to fulfill this requirement should you progress to the interview stage.

Main duties of the job

To display a high personal standard in respect of self-discipline and attitude to work, in view of both the complex nature of equipment on which they may be working and the requirement to liaise with other healthcare professionals, patients, carers, clients and external organisations.

To commission, repair, maintain, overhaul, recalibrate and decommission a wide range of medical equipment including life support, patient monitoring, IV Therapy, patient therapy, diagnostic, ventilators, pathology, radiology, pharmacy and anaesthetic equipment used within the medical field, most of which will be highly complex and non-routine.

To regularly work on equipment which may be patient-connected in areas including Intensive care, HDU & theatres, as well as across the whole range of specialties and disciplines. Some equipment may be connected via medical information networks and/or driven by computer-based software systems.

About us

All candidates will be required to work alongside other healthcare professionals as part of a highly effective, multi-disciplinary team in order to deliver a safe and effective equipment management service. You will be supported by specialist training and development to build your skills, knowledge and experience with the potential for further opportunities within the department.

As a member of a multi-disciplined team of technicians you will be required to work without supervision. Duties will include the maintenance and fault rectification of highly complex medical equipment; including life-support, patient monitoring, IV Therapy, patient therapy, diagnostic, ventilators, pathology, radiology, pharmacy and anaesthetic equipment, which at times will be patient-connected.

Job responsibilities

There is a regular requirement to maintain and repair equipment that is subject to contamination by hazardous substances and bodily fluids, and to work on equipment whilst it is exposed to mains and high voltage electrical supplies.

To exercise due care and diligence whilst working on such equipment as stated above and other potentially harmful equipment used in patient treatment, such as ionising and non-ionising radiation producing equipment, surgical lasers, defibrillators, surgical diathermies and radio frequency therapy equipment.

To attend training courses and to update one's own technical knowledge of specialist equipment and to update one's knowledge in respect of the specialised paediatric clinical use of such equipment. To disseminate this information to the relevant healthcare specialists as required.

To work in compliance with Department of Health guidelines and relevant standards set by statutory regulatory bodies, the Original Equipment Manufacturer and departmental procedures.

To comply with Trust and Departmental Health and Safety policies, including reporting of all accidents, incidents and hazards.

To participate in an annual Personal Development Review and develop a Personal Development Plan with the consultation of the line manager.

To undergo mandatory training as per Trust requirements.

To work as a lone worker when required and act independently, promptly, and efficiently in response to emergency and unpredictable situations.

To carry out final inspection and tests on other engineering technicians’ work.

To undertake the duties of more senior staff as necessary.

To undertake duties within the Equipment Library and Front Desk where required.

To carry out additional duties required to meet the needs of the service as determined by the Medical Engineering Management.

Communication

To communicate effectively with peers, senior colleagues and service users on a daily basis.

To liaise with other healthcare professionals and patients/carers on a regular basis offering advice and support relating to the service.

To communicate in a professional manner verbally, electronically and in writing.

To disseminate information to senior and junior staff and offer support and guidance where necessary.

To instruct and advise healthcare professionals and/or clients in the correct and safe use of equipment.

Analytical Skills

To gather and interpret complex information including fault summaries to determine the cause of failure of a device.

To ensure that the technical safety of the equipment under his or her control is within the prescribed specification and to keep abreast of current standards, mandatory regulations and guidelines relating to medical equipment.

To observe guidelines and regulations regarding the safe and satisfactory use of highly specialised expensive test equipment and tools.

To be involved in the investigation of adverse incidents relating to medical equipment as necessary.

Planning and Organising Skills

To organise and prioritise daily work schedules, and to work unsupervised to professional standards.

To prioritise and negotiate with other healthcare professionals in obtaining access to medical equipment to perform routine maintenance and/or repairs at mutually convenient times.

To liaise with equipment manufacturers and external organisations regarding equipment to be returned for service and/or repair, and to organise documentation and courier where necessary.

To act on relevant safety action bulletins, hazard notices, engineering updates and modifications with the appropriate course of action and liaise with other healthcare professionals to ensure their timely execution.

Physical Skills

To work on highly complex equipment that will require precision engineering techniques, expertise and fine control of tools and small components which requires skills such as soldering, crimping etc.

There is a requirement to be able to lift and move heavy and/or bulky equipment. You will occasionally be required to work in hazardous conditions such as: in confined spaces, at height, in dusty environments, in the presence of loud noises and in the presence of strong magnetic fields.

Responsibility for Policy/Service Development

To co-operate in the implementation of departmental policies and procedures as required and to be involved in the creation and updating of complex written procedures.

Responsibility for Financial and Physical Resources

To be aware of the cost implications involved in the servicing and repair of medical equipment; make every effort to minimise waste and improve efficiency in all aspects of the role.

To maintain agreed stock levels and progress the ordering of spare parts as and when needed. To be responsible for receiving equipment and spare parts into the department and ensuring their correct logging, storage and distribution.

Responsibility for Human Resources

To supervise the work activities of Junior staff.

To take an active role in the training and development of junior staff.

Responsibility for Information Resources

To complete all documentation, including safety tests, fault history and commissioning records. To input this information to the Trust medical equipment management system in an accurate and timely fashion.

Responsibility for Research and Development

To be involved in the evaluation, and provide advice in trials, of new equipment. To modify medical devices as per manufacturer-agreed engineering instructions and to develop one-off medical devices in conjunction with senior staff, where necessary.

Person Specification

Knowledge of

• Up to date knowledge of Medical Device Directive and regulations.
• Up to date knowledge of national CQC Essential standards and MHRA publications.
• Possess a working knowledge of ISO9002 or ISO9001-2000.
• To have an excellent working knowledge of medical devices electrical safety testing
• Previous experience of multi-skilled engineering practices relating to medical devices.
• Experience of pathology and pharmacy equipment.

Experience of

• Experience of working on a broad range of medical devices repairing to component level and specifically with experience of anaesthetic machines, ventilators and specialist complex medical devices.
• To be able to interpret schematic diagrams with the purpose of fault finding and component identification.
• Previous experience in a supervisory capacity.
• Previous experience of multi-skilled engineering practices relating to medical devices.
• Experience of pathology and pharmacy equipment.
• Previous experience of working in an acute healthcare environment.
• Experience of participating in a 24/7 on-call system.

Education and Training

• A degree or equivalent higher-level qualification plus experience in a relevant subject area.
• Hold a current driving license and have the use of a vehicle, or the ability to transport self and medical equipment for business purposes 24/7.
• Specialist medical device maintenance training delivered by manufacturer training courses.
• A Master’s Degree or equivalent higher-level qualifications in a relevant subject.
• Registered as a Clinical Technologist

Skills

• High level technical skills working on a broad range of medical devices repairing to component level and specifically with experience of anaesthetic machines and various ventilators.
• Excellent IT/Software skills particular to problem solving and data storage relating to medical devices and patient physiological data.
• Demonstrate a flexible approach and ability to support other members of staff including passing on technical knowledge.
• Personal Development and Motivation in the field of Medical Engineering to include a portfolio of CPD.
• To be able to operate under pressure situations and demonstrate good decision making skills whilst also being able to perform as part of a team.
• To work without supervision on a daily basis.
• Experience of working with senior clinical staff and other allied healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity and manual handling skills
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively to multi-disciplinary teams.
• To be able to provide and receive complex information where tact and persuasive skills are required.
• To have good team working skills.
• To have proficient verbal and written communications skills.
• To be able to communicate with healthcare professionals effectively using medical terminology.
• Experience of being the lead professional in a specialist area of the service.
• Experience of training less experienced staff and inducting new members.

Personal Attributes

• To be able to work as a member of a team or independently.
• Flexible approach to working.
• To interpret information from other healthcare professionals relating to equipment failure and make judgements of best course of action.
• To make judgements based on operational and financial information regarding the repair of medical devices.
• To propose changes to working procedures and policies relating to the maintenance and management of medical devices.
• To be capable of undertaking risk assessments.
• Demonstrates commitment to the job
• Able to manage conflicting demands and plan appropriate strategy
• Act with integrity and professionalism at all times

Communication

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively to multi-disciplinary teams.
• To be able to provide and receive complex information where tact and persuasive skills are required.
• To have good team working skills.
• To have proficient verbal and written communications skills.
• To be able to communicate with healthcare professionals effectively using medical terminology.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Alder Hey Children's NHS Foundation Trust

Salary and duties will depend on experience