Senior Clinical Engineer

Dorset County Hospital NHS Foundation Trust; Dorchester; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider seeks a Senior Clinical Engineer in Dorchester, UK. This role involves independently maintaining and calibrating high-value medical devices while supervising staff. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant technical qualification and experience in medical device management. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards, ordering necessary parts, and advising on the safe use of equipment. Join a team that values integrity and excellence in patient care.

Qualifications

• Expertise in maintaining high value electronic and mechanical devices.
• Experience in advising on the safe use and disposal of medical devices.
• Knowledge of MHRA Managing Medical Devices Regulations.

Responsibilities

• Undertake repair and maintenance of medical devices.
• Order parts and accessories for devices.
• Monitor and rotate stock levels.
• Review working practices for improvements.

Skills

Commissioning checks

Calibration and maintenance

Supervision

Medical device connectivity

Education

Relevant technical qualification

Job description

Overview

As a Senior Clinical Engineer the post holder will be required to independently undertake commissioning checks, calibration and maintenance of new devices and equipment including syringe pumps, diathermy machines, ventilators, anaesthetic machines and defibrillators. The post holder when required will supervise Clinical Engineers, trainee Clinical Technologists and Equipment Library Technicians. The post holder will also be responsible for demonstrating new equipment and devices to clinical staff and updating service records accordingly. He/she will become a lead in medical device connectivity as the technology advances across the Trust e.g. through our E.P.R system.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking the repair, maintenance and repair of high value electronic and mechanical devices and equipment used in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; This will involve advising end users on the acquisition, safe use and disposal of medical devices and other appropriate equipment in line with the MHRA Managing Medical Devices Regulations 2014/2021.
• Ordering parts and accessories for medical devices and equipment.
• Monitoring and rotating stock levels to ensure minimal wastage.
• Reviewing working practices, advising on changes and suggesting efficiency improvements.

About our organisation

At DCHFT, we pride ourselves on the care we provide for our patients, and on the culture, we are creating for our staff. We work hard to create a fair, inclusive environment for our staff.

Our Mission is to work in partnership to provide high quality, compassionate services and to nurture an environment where people can be at their best. Our vision is healthier lives, empowered citizens, thriving communities.

We are a Trust that celebrates diversity, and we are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applications from people in all under-represented groups.

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application materials. While this is not discouraged, we kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process. We value honesty and appreciate applications that are genuine and representative of the individual behind them.

Our DCHFT Job Description and Person Specification (attached) tells you all about this role, what to expect and what is needed to succeed. When completing your application please make sure to tell us how your experience and skills fit the person specification.

Please contact us at [e-mail] if you are unable to view or download the attachment.

For all our roles, we are looking for staff who hold our Trust Values of Integrity, Respect Teamwork and Excellence, and who are passionate about providing the best patient care. To read more about our Trust and our Values search Dorset County Hospital online.

This advert closes on Wednesday 4 Feb 2026