Senior Biomedical Electronics Technician | Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
| Posting date: | 27 June 2025 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £29,970 - £36,483 pro rata per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 July 2025 |
| Location: | Swindon, SN3 6BB |
| Company: | The Great Western Hospitals NHS FT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | 7309827/249-7278219 |
Summary
9-Month Fixed Term Contract - 37.5 hours per week
Senior Biomedical Electronics Technician Band 5
The post holder is primarily responsible for the repair, calibration, and maintenance of a broad range of medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic equipment, ensuring that all devices operate safely, effectively, and with minimal downtime. This role forms part of a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled specialist engineers and technicians who provide technical support for a diverse portfolio of clinical and healthcare information technology equipment.
The post holder is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and performance testing of a wide range of patient-connected electro-medical equipment, including some radiology devices, ensuring all equipment is safe and ready for clinical use. They will carry out complex fault diagnosis, modifications, and emergency support during procedures, often without supervision. The role includes supervising junior staff and contractors, providing technical training, completing quality-compliant documentation, and contributing to equipment evaluation and procurement. They will liaise with clinical teams and manufacturers, communicate complex technical information, and ensure all work meets ISO 9001:2015 standards and health and safety regulations. On-call work, travel to other sites, and working towards professional registration may also be required.
Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
The Biomed team is a dedicated group of skilled professionals committed to supporting high-quality patient care through the safe and effective management of medical equipment. We foster a collaborative and supportive working environment, where continuous learning, professionalism, and innovation are encouraged.
Team members benefit from flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and the satisfaction of making a direct impact on patient safety and clinical excellence.
Please see attached job description.
This advert closes on Friday 11 Jul 2025
Senior Biomedical Electronics Technician Band 5
The post holder is primarily responsible for the repair, calibration, and maintenance of a broad range of medical, diagnostic, and therapeutic equipment, ensuring that all devices operate safely, effectively, and with minimal downtime. This role forms part of a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled specialist engineers and technicians who provide technical support for a diverse portfolio of clinical and healthcare information technology equipment.
The post holder is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and performance testing of a wide range of patient-connected electro-medical equipment, including some radiology devices, ensuring all equipment is safe and ready for clinical use. They will carry out complex fault diagnosis, modifications, and emergency support during procedures, often without supervision. The role includes supervising junior staff and contractors, providing technical training, completing quality-compliant documentation, and contributing to equipment evaluation and procurement. They will liaise with clinical teams and manufacturers, communicate complex technical information, and ensure all work meets ISO 9001:2015 standards and health and safety regulations. On-call work, travel to other sites, and working towards professional registration may also be required.
Our STAR values – Service, Teamwork, Ambition and Respect – are a golden thread running through everything we do. These values serve as a guiding principle, driving us towards our vision of delivering great joined up services to our local community. Whether at home, in the community, or within the hospital, our goal is to empower individuals to lead independent and healthier lives.
The Biomed team is a dedicated group of skilled professionals committed to supporting high-quality patient care through the safe and effective management of medical equipment. We foster a collaborative and supportive working environment, where continuous learning, professionalism, and innovation are encouraged.
Team members benefit from flexible working arrangements, opportunities for professional development, and the satisfaction of making a direct impact on patient safety and clinical excellence.
Please see attached job description.
This advert closes on Friday 11 Jul 2025
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