EME Services Engineer | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 25 April 2024 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £28,407 - £34,581 per annum pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 25 May 2024 |
| Location: | Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4QJ |
| Company: | Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 6261978/359-5912912-T1-A |
Summary
E.M.E. Services – Electronic Engineer
E.M.E. Services are responsible for the management of the maintenance and repair of medical equipment used by Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, other NHS Trusts, and Private Healthcare providers.
We are looking for an enthusiastic technician to join our busy team looking after our wide range of diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment.
Clinical Engineering are responsible for the management, maintenance and repair of medical equipment used by the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust, other NHS Trusts and Private Healthcare providers.
We are looking for an enthusiastic and proactive Clinical Engineer to join our busy team looking after our wide range of modern diagnostic and therapeutic medical equipment that includes: Cardiac Monitoring, Life Support, Infusion Therapy, Ultrasound System, Electro-Surgical Equipment, etc.
You will be supported to develop your knowledge and experience of medical devices through both in-house and OEM training and education courses.
Good communication skills are also essential for working with both customers and suppliers in this rewarding environment.
Ideally you will be a Clinical Engineer experienced in the repair of medical devices, but candidates with less experience are encouraged to apply because we may be able to provide training to support you to reach your potential - subject to a modified job description and pay band.
Clinical Engineering is part of the wider Medical Physics Department. Medical Physics is accredited to deliver training in Clinical Engineering leading to admission to the Register of Clinical Technologists (RCT) and is able to provide opportunities for collaborative working and professional development across a wide-range of healthcare science specialisms in a supportive environment.
The successful candidate will be based at the Tunbridge Wells Hospital and will rotate between the Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells Hospitals. They will also be required to travel to other healthcare providers in both the public and private sector.
Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust is a large acute hospital Trust in the county of Kent.
The Trust provides a full range of general hospital services and some areas of specialist complex care to around 760,000 people living in the south part of West Kent and the north part of East Sussex.
The Trust’s core catchment areas are Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells and their surrounding boroughs. We work from two main clinical sites: Maidstone Hospital and Tunbridge Wells Hospital at Pembury. Tunbridge Wells Hospital opened in 2011 and provides single rooms with en-suites for all in-patients – the first of its kind in the country.
We employ more than 7,000 full and part-time staff in a huge range of clinical and non-clinical roles across both of our hospital sites.
Would you like to work flexibly? In the NHS, we are reminded every day of how important life is. As a flexible working friendly organisation, we want to be sure that you can work in a way that is best for us, for our patients and for you. Speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement.
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check atBasic Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
We welcome applications from individuals wishing to become an Apprentice and gain experience in the NHS. You will develop new skills and knowledge whilst working with an established team, gaining valuable work experience and a recognised apprenticeship qualification.
Please Note: Government funded apprentices must be aged 16 or above and have been resident in the UK/EU for the last 3 years. You may possess a Degree, Level 4 qualification or above as long as it is in a subject significantly different to this qualification. You must not already be in any form of formal government-funded education.
Interview Date: To be confirmed.
This advert closes on Thursday 9 May 2024
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