Clinical Engineering Technician

www.healthjobsuk.com - jobboard; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS Trust in Bournemouth is seeking a Clinical Engineering Technician to perform troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of medical equipment. The ideal candidate will have an HND/B Eng. or equivalent qualification and relevant experience in electronics and communications. This role requires strong self-motivation and excellent communication skills. The position includes a 37.5 hour work week, with potential travel to various sites. A diverse workforce is highly valued, and applications are encouraged from minority groups.

Qualifications

• Experience in medical device related maintenance discipline.
• Relevant post qualification experience in electronics and communications.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and associated risks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting and repair of medical equipment.
• Asset management and commissioning of new equipment.
• Routine scheduled maintenance of medical devices.

Skills

Ability to work on own initiative

Good communication skills (written/verbal)

Proficient with IT systems

Excellent customer care skills

Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weights

Education

HND/B Eng. or equivalent qualification

Voluntary registration as a Clinical Technologist

Job description

Employer University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust Employer type NHS Site Royal Bournemouth Hospital Town Bournemouth Salary £31,049 - £37,796 pa Salary period Yearly Closing 05/01/2026 23:59

Clinical Engineering Technician

Band 5

As University Hospitals Dorset we are a three site acute trust with ‘university hospital’ status through our partnership with Bournemouth University, working with an annual budget of £730m.

We offer highly regarded health services, employing some 10,000 staff. Our ambitious £500m transformation programme is well on the way to delivering state‑of‑the‑art facilities over the next two years to meet the current and future healthcare needs of the populations we serve.

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with over seven miles of sandy beaches you’ll find inspirational opportunities to achieve your perfect work/life balance. With the New Forest and the Purbecks on our doorstep, we’re also less than three hours from London by road or train. The thriving towns of Poole, Bournemouth and Christchurch give way to idyllic villages and unspoilt landscapes just minutes from our hospitals.

We believe that having a diverse workforce, and allowing people to be themselves, is essential in ensuring we offer an inclusive, welcoming and productive place to work.

We especially welcome applications from minority groups in the community who may be underrepresented in our workforce.

At UHD our active staff network groups are the Women's Network, Black Asian Minority Ethnic Group (BAME), Pride Network, European (EU), Pro Ability Staff Network, and the Armed Forces Support Group.

As a Trust we are proudly signed up to the Disability Confident and Armed Forces Covenant guaranteed interview schemes.

We are aware that some candidates may choose to use AI tools to support the preparation of their application. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind applicants that submissions should remain an honest and accurate representation of your own experience and suitability. Personal integrity is an important part of the recruitment process.

Job overview

University Hospitals Dorset have a vacancy for a Clinical Engineering Technician based at the Royal Bournemouth Hospital.

The duties will include troubleshooting and repair, asset management, commissioning of new equipment, and routine scheduled maintenance to medical and communications devices.

An HND/B Eng. or equivalent level of qualification and knowledge is required. This should be demonstrated through several years experience within relevant electronics, engineering, communications fields, with additional post qualification training via manufacturer courses and experience.

Relevant post qualification work experience in the servicing, repair and calibration of electronic equipment is required. Knowledge and experience of Medical equipment maintenance would be desirable, as would radio communications maintenance.

You will be expected to be able to demonstrate self‑motivation, the upholding of professional standards, be conscientious and well‑organised in your approach.

You will be working 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with a frequent requirement to travel to sites across Dorset as necessary.

Applicants that do not entirely meet the Personal Specification criteria may be offered the post at Band 4.

Base Location: Royal Bournemouth Hospital

Interview Date: 16/01/2026

Main duties of the job

The Clinical Engineering Department is part of University Hospitals Dorset NHS Trust, and is responsible for the maintenance and repair of a diverse range of medical equipment for two General Hospitals, and many Healthcare facilities in East Dorset. The Bournemouth based team comprises 7 staff, each playing an important role in ensuring that the Trust’s medical devices are safely maintained.

For an informal discussion, or if you would like to know more, please call Vincent Green on 0300 019 4444.

PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS AS PART OF YOUR APPLICATION:

• What personal qualities/attributes do you have that you feel will be beneficial to this post?
• What skills do you already have which will be transferable to this role?
• What is your understanding of the role, and what do you find most appealing about it?

Answers should be typed into the Supporting Information section of your application form. Please limit your answers to 150 words per question. If you fail to answer the supporting questions above, your application will NOT proceed to the shortlisting stage.

Working for our organisation

Our values define who we are as #TeamUHD. They underpin everything we do now and in the future. They define how we treat our patients, visitors, and each other, our valued teammates and colleagues.

UHD are investing in services across the Trust, with many being transformed and developed following merger and the New Hospital Programme.

This means that some services may move site this year or next, either temporarily or long term. Recruiting Managers interviewing for this role will be happy to answer any specific questions that you have at interview.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Required skills/criteria include:

• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to prioritise work/manage own time
• Full clean driving licence
• Proficient with IT systems
• Good communications skills written/verbal
• Experience of Quality Management systems, and Equipment databases
• Good customer care skills

Person specification

Qualifications

• HND/B/Eng. or equivalent level of qualification and knowledge gained through several years experience within relevant electronics, engineering, communications fields. Additional post qualification training via manufacturer courses and experience.
• Voluntary registration as a Clinical Technologist. ECDL or recognised IT competency qualification.

Experience

• Relevant post qualification experience of Electronics, Mechanical, Communication servicing/repair.
• Experience in a medical device related maintenance discipline.
• Awareness of risk management protocols and current industry H&S standards.

Skills

• Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weights in varying locations.
• Proficient with IT systems.
• Good interpersonal communication skills both written/verbal.
• Ability to solder/desolder equipment parts of a miniature nature.
• Physical accuracy with good dexterity and manipulation of fine precision tools which demands accuracy and consistency.
• Excellent customer care skills.

Knowledge

• A comprehensive knowledge of current analogue and digital electronic techniques.
• A sound working knowledge of mechanical, pneumatic and electro‑mechanical applications.
• Fully competent to use and understand the operation and calibration of diagnostic test equipment.
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development.
• Knowledge of Electro‑medical, Anaesthetic, Communications, systems through post qualification equipment training.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and associated understanding of patient/staff risks arising from equipment failures.

Please note:

Staff recruited are expected to be available to work flexibly across all our Trust locations to meet service demands.

This advert may be closed early if sufficient applications are received.

COVID‑19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself and our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst this vaccination is not a condition of employment we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated.

Internal Candidates: staff employed prior to merger who voluntarily change jobs will be appointed to UHD terms and conditions.