Medical Engineering Technician

NHS Professionals Limited; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading NHS staff bank is looking for a Medical Engineering Technician at the Princess Alexandra Hospital. The role involves maintaining, calibrating, and repairing biomedical equipment across multiple sites to ensure safety and reliability. Candidates should possess a BTEC/ONC in Electronic Engineering and be skilled in using test equipment. Responsibilities include servicing equipment, conducting inspections, and collaborating with clinical staff. The position offers opportunities for career progression and a flexible work environment.

Benefits

Access to Learning & Development opportunities

Flexible shifts

Wellbeing resources

Paid annual leave

Qualifications

• BTEC/ONC in Electronic Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Skilled in using test and measuring equipment for engineering tasks.
• Knowledge of safety risks associated with medical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct servicing, maintenance, and inspections of biomedical equipment.
• Perform software/hardware upgrades and integration of new devices.
• Maintain records of work and compliance documentation.
• Investigate equipment involved in incidents and report outcomes.
• Manage inventory of spare parts and tools.
• Collaborate with clinical and technical teams to deliver training.

Skills

Electronic Engineering

Fault diagnosis

Calibration

Customer service

Education

BTEC/ONC in Electronic Engineering

Physical Science

Tools

Philips intrepid

B Braun Infusomat

Perfusor

Job description

Princess Alexandra Hospitalhave an exciting opportunity for a MedicalEngineering Technician at the Princess Alexandra Hospital NHS Trust. Theservice supports all hospital wards and departments across our sites in Harlow,Bishops Stortford, and Epping. You will be expected to work across these sitesas required by the service to ensure the reliability and safety of criticalmedical equipment.

Main duties of the job

As a EBME Engineer, you will be responsible for themaintenance, calibration, and repair of a wide range of electrical andbiomedical equipment used throughout the Trust. You will support clinical staffin the effective and safe use of medical devices, troubleshoot technicalissues, implement software updates, and utilise IT systems to monitor andmanage equipment performance. The role requires strong technical expertise,excellent problem-solving skills, and knowledge of industry standards andcompliance requirements, including ISO 9001:2011. You will be expected to workflexibly across multiple sites, contributing to the efficient operation of themedical equipment library and participating in service improvement initiatives.

About us

Here at NHS Professionals, we run England's largest NHS staff bank and are experts at putting people in places to care. Every year we help thousands of dedicated and highly skilled NHS workers enjoy better career opportunities, more flexible shifts, and a healthier work-life balance across our partnered Trusts.

Career Progression access to Learning & Development opportunities, so that you can take on new roles and challenges

Work-life Balance flexible shifts, committed shifts, wellbeing resources and build paid annual leave

Opportunity & Access over 50 partner NHS Trusts to give you the flexibility of choice to work how and where you want

Job responsibilities

• To conduct full servicing, maintenance,calibration, and preventive inspections of a wide range of biomedical andelectrical equipment, including diagnostic, therapeutic, and life-supportdevices, to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with safety standards.
• To perform acceptance testing, commissioning,software/hardware upgrades, and integration of new medical devices, providingadvice on selection and evaluation of equipment.
• To maintain accurate and up-to-date records ofall work, including maintenance history, equipment databases, and compliancedocumentation, ensuring traceability for audits and regulatory purposes.
• To investigate equipment involved in incidents,liaise with manufacturers and management, and report outcomes to regulatorybodies such as MHRA and NRLS, ensuring timely resolution of device-relatedissues.
• To manage inventory of spare parts and tools,maintaining control of ordering in line with budgetary guidelines whilesupporting continual improvement of medical equipment services.
• To collaborate closely with clinical andtechnical teams, delivering training, technical support, and guidance to staff,while working across multiple sites and contributing to service development andcross-functional projects.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• BTEC/ONC in Electronic Engineering (Level 5), Physical Science, or equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Skilled in using test and measuring equipment for electronic and mechanical engineering tasks, including assembly, fault diagnosis, and calibration.
• Experienced in providing front-line customer service and staff guidance on equipment use.
• Knowledgeable of patient and staff safety risks associated with medical equipment.
• System Knowledge - Philips intrepid, B Braun Infusomat, Perfusor. Bodyguard PPMs and skills in commissioning equipment

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.