Medical Equipment Technician – Hospital Maintenance

Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is looking for an Assistant Technical Officer to oversee medical equipment maintenance and ensure compliance with safety standards. The successful applicant will have NVQ level 3 in a relevant discipline and experience in a maintenance environment. Responsibilities include managing equipment stocks, performing fault finding, and assisting in staff training. This role requires excellent communication skills with both medical staff and suppliers. The position is predominantly based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital but may involve working at other sites.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of working in a maintenance environment.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 quality systems beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Help maintain and check medical equipment used in hospitals.
• Manage equipment stock and keep records of repairs.
• Collaborate with staff and suppliers to resolve issues.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Basic fault finding

Excellent communication skills

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent in a relevant discipline

Job description

A healthcare provider in Shrewsbury is looking for an Assistant Technical Officer to oversee medical equipment maintenance and ensure compliance with safety standards. The successful applicant will have NVQ level 3 in a relevant discipline and experience in a maintenance environment. Responsibilities include managing equipment stocks, performing fault finding, and assisting in staff training. This role requires excellent communication skills with both medical staff and suppliers. The position is predominantly based at The Royal Shrewsbury Hospital but may involve working at other sites.