Clinical Engineering Technician Specialist

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust; Dartford; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust is seeking a Band 6 Clinical Engineering Technician to support safe and reliable operation of a wide range of medical devices across clinical environments. You will perform PPM, calibration, fault-finding and repairs, and provide technical advice to clinical teams while ensuring ISO 9001:2015 compliance.

The role requires collaboration with wards, theatres, cardiology and external service providers to minimise downtime and maintain patient care continuity.

Qualifications

• You should be able to demonstrate a methodical approach to fault-finding.
• You will work with complex medical devices and maintain high technical standards.
• You will need strong communication and organisational skills.
• You will interact with clinical colleagues and external contractors.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventive maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and repairs on medical equipment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained to high safety, quality and reliability standards.
• Undertake acceptance testing and commissioning of new equipment.
• Provide technical advice and support to clinical staff.
• Coordinate servicing with external contractors to meet required standards.
• Support safe management of medical devices across the Trust and partners.
• Collaborate with clinical teams and service providers to minimise downtime.
• Comply with ISO 9001:2015 quality management requirements.

Skills

Fault-finding

Medical devices

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

Are you an experienced medical equipment technician looking for an opportunity to make a real difference to patient safety and clinical services? Dartford and Gravesham NHS Trust is seeking a skilled and motivated Band 6 Clinical Engineering Technician to join our Clinical Engineering team. This is an exciting opportunity to support the safe, effective and reliable operation of a wide range of medical devices and equipment used across the Trust and its partner organisations. The Clinical Engineering Department plays a vital role in supporting patient care through the evaluation and selection of medical equipment, acceptance testing, commissioning, preventative maintenance, calibration, troubleshooting and repair. You will work with a diverse range of electrical, electronic and mechanical medical equipment across a variety of clinical environments, including wards, Intensive Care, the Special Care Baby Unit, theatres, Cardiology and other Trust properties., As a Clinical Engineering Technician, you will:

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM), calibration, troubleshooting and repairs on a wide range of complex medical equipment.
• Ensure all equipment is maintained and serviced in accordance with the highest standards of safety, quality and reliability.
• Undertake acceptance testing and commissioning of new medical equipment to ensure it is safe and fit for clinical use.
• Provide technical advice and applications support to clinical colleagues and other equipment users.
• Coordinate servicing and repairs with external contractors, ensuring work is completed effectively and to the required standards.
• Support the safe and effective management of medical devices across the Trust and its partner organisations.
• Work collaboratively with clinical teams, colleagues and external service providers to minimise equipment downtime and support continuity of patient care.
• Ensure all work is undertaken in accordance with departmental procedures and the requirements of the Trust's ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification.

You should be able to demonstrate a methodical approach to fault-finding and repair, the ability to work with complex medical devices, and a commitment to maintaining high technical and professional standards. You will need strong communication and organisational skills, an ability to work effectively with clinical colleagues, departmental staff and external contractors.

We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community. We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.