Clinical Engineering Technician - Huntingdon

NHS; Huntingdon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Clinical Engineering Technician at Hinchingbrooke Hospital. This role is crucial for ensuring the safety and compliance of medical equipment, involving maintenance, repair, and support across various clinical settings. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and a passion for improving patient safety through technology. Join a supportive team dedicated to clinical excellence and professional development.

Benefits

Generous NHS benefits

Opportunities for continued professional training

Structured induction programme

Qualifications

• HNC or Level 4 in Clinical Engineering or Electronics required.
• Experience with electronic/electromechanical systems is necessary.
• Working towards EngTech professional registration is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Deliver preventative maintenance, servicing, calibration, and repairs.
• Provide technical advice and support to clinical staff.
• Maintain meticulous technical records according to ISO standards.

Skills

Fault diagnosis

Technical support

Preventative maintenance

Education

HNC or Level 4 qualification in Clinical Engineering

Further technical or vocational training

Tools

CMMS (e.g., e-Quip)

Job description

Clinical Engineering Technician - Huntingdon

Are you a technically skilled professional with a passion for ensuring patient safety and clinical excellence through medical technology? We are seeking a highly motivatedClinical Engineering Technician to join our dedicated team at Hinchingbrooke Hospital.

In this vital role, you will be responsible for maintaining, repairing, and commissioning a wide range of medical and healthcare equipment used across multiple clinical settings--from wards and theatres to critical care and emergency departments. You'll play a central role in keeping our equipment safe, compliant, and fully operational to support patient care.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic hospital environment where you'll collaborate with clinical staff and fellow engineers to ensure that essential medical equipment performs to the highest standards.

Why Join Us?

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust offers an inclusive, friendly, and supportive environment, where your expertise will make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and staff every day.

We are committed to your ongoing professional development and offer:

• A structured induction programme.
• Opportunities for continued professional training and development (CPD).
• A varied and rewarding career in a forward-thinking Clinical Engineering team.
• Generous NHS benefits, including pension scheme and annual leave entitlements.

Main duties of the job

• Deliver preventative maintenance, servicing, calibration, and repairs on a broad range of electrical, electronic, and mechanical medical devices.
• Support the commissioning and acceptance of new medical equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out corrective actions on patient-connected and life-support systems.
• Provide technical advice and support to clinical staff, promoting safe and effective equipment use.
• Work across various departments, occasionally under pressure, to support urgent clinical needs.
• Maintain meticulous technical records in line with ISO 9001:2015 standards and Trust protocols.
• Contribute to training, continuous improvement, and development initiatives within the Clinical Engineering service.

About us

We are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in our workforce and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, with a special focus on welcoming individuals from disabled, Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as those from our local area.

In line with our dedication to employee support, we offer a variety of benefits. For more information, please see the attached staff benefits leaflet.

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Job responsibilities

Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role.

Person Specification

Education/Knowledge and Qualifications

• HNC or Level 4 qualification in Clinical Engineering, Electronics, or equivalent
• Further technical or vocational training (e.g., medical device servicing courses)
• Working towards professional registration (EngTech)

Experience

• Experience of working with electronic or electromechanical systems
• Previous NHS or healthcare engineering experience
• Experience using a CMMS (e.g., e-Quip)

Knowledge

• Basic understanding of medical equipment safety and function
• Familiarity with health and safety practices
• Awareness of standards such as IEC 62353, UK MDR

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.