Clinical Technologist - Rehabilitation Engineering Technician

www.findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk - Jobboard; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable job board is looking for a Clinical Technologist specializing in Rehabilitation Engineering Technician. The successful candidate will have an HNC/HND in an engineering discipline and experience in mechanical/electromechanical engineering. Key duties include ensuring safe product delivery, collaborating with repair agents, and conducting wheelchair risk assessments. A full UK driving licence and proficiency in IT packages are essential. This role involves considerable travel and contributes to research projects.

Qualifications

• Educated to a minimum HNC / HND level in an appropriate engineering discipline.
• Demonstrable experience in mechanical and/or electromechanical engineering.
• Full valid UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical aspects of RREMS.
• Ensure safe introduction and delivery of products.
• Collaborate with repair agent on performance activities.
• Carry out wheelchair environmental risk assessments.
• Contribute to research and development projects.

Skills

Technical awareness

Communication skills

Planning skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

IT package proficiency

Education

HNC / HND in an appropriate engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

2D CAD Modelling

3D CAD Modelling

Databases

Job description

Clinical Technologist - Rehabilitation Engineering Technician

The successful applicant will be educated to a minimum HNC / HND level in an appropriate engineering discipline, with demonstrable experience in mechanical and / or electromechanical engineering, gained from completion of a recognised engineering or technical apprenticeship or training course. In addition, if not already registered or eligible for registration, the post holder will be required to complete the IPEM Clinical Technologist Training Scheme, resulting in professional registration as a Clinical Technologist with either the RCT or AHCS. This is a demanding but rewarding role requiring excellent technical awareness, communication, planning, organisational and interpersonal skills. Experience in the application of a range of IT packages (Microsoft Office, Databases, 2D / 3D CAD Modelling) is essential, as is a full valid UK driving licence, as considerable travelling is involved on a day to day basis. Main responsibilities include: Providing the technical aspects of RREMS. Ensuring the safe introduction, delivery / handover of manufactured / modified products into clinical, domestic and educational establishments. Providing both verbal and clear written instruction regarding its safe use. Working in collaboration with the appointed repair agent to monitor and report on performance activities relating to maintenance, repairs and refurbishment of manual and powered wheelchairs. Compliance with all relevant legislative and other national and local requirements. Safe and efficient operation of all engineering / scientific equipment on which you have been trained. Reporting of adverse incidents to appropriate organisational establishments. Carry out powered wheelchair environmental risk and accessibility assessments. Undertake other duties and responsibilities within the scope of RREMS to meet the changing needs and circumstances of the service. Contribute to research and development projects.