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Medical Engineering Technician

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Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Engineering
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You should have an HND/HNC in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, experience in medical equipment maintenance, and be self-motivated, flexible, and committed to ongoing development in a hospital setting.
  • You will repair, maintain, and test medical equipment, coordinate with contractors, train team members, and ensure high standards of patient care while working independently.

Requirements

  • With your HND/HNC in Electronic / electrical engineering & manufacturers specialised courses or equivalent experience, you will ideally have some prior experience of working in a hospital medical engineering, maintenance environment.
  • The successful candidate will be required to work across the 3 main sites i.e. Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Hospitals and at other sites to service or repair medical equipment.
  • This is a fulltime post working 37.5 hours per week.
  • The post holder will be a person with a range of training and experience on medical equipment and have a background in electronic/electrical engineering that is able to work on his/her own initiative and without supervision.
  • He/she will demonstrate an understanding of and could develop further the technical aspects of the post.
  • He/she will need to be committed to flexibility and pursue continuing development of their technical knowledge and develop new skills whilst undertaking their duties as part of a team, these will be including liaising with colleagues and other staff members, the post holder will work towards the highest possible standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

  • Your duties will include working with and supporting the Team Leader in providing a cost-efficient repair and maintenance service on medical equipment within the Trust.
  • This will require working with specialised equipment.
  • The job entails accepting new equipment, electrical safety testing, installation, commissioning, servicing, and repairs on a wide range of complex equipment, leasing with external contractors to coordinate repairs, packing and unpacking of medical devices, and an overall view of multifaceted medical equipment and devices that will be used by others.
  • Cascade the training and experience to the team members.
  • The post holder will be a person with a range of training and experience on medical equipment and have a background in electronic/electrical engineering that is able to work on his/her own initiative and without supervision.
  • He/she will demonstrate an understanding of and could develop further the technical aspects of the post.
  • He/she will need to be committed to flexibility and pursue continuing development of their technical knowledge and develop new skills whilst undertaking their duties as part of a team, these will be including liaising with colleagues and other staff members, the post holder will work towards the highest possible standards of patient care.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Medical Engineering Technician position?

Candidates should have an HND/HNC in Electronic/Electrical Engineering, specialized courses from manufacturers, or equivalent experience.

Is prior experience necessary for this role?

Ideally, candidates should have some prior experience of working in a hospital medical engineering maintenance environment.

What are the main responsibilities of the Medical Engineering Technician?

Responsibilities include providing cost-efficient repair and maintenance services for medical equipment, electrical safety testing, installation, commissioning, servicing, and repairs on complex equipment, and training team members.

Will the technician be required to travel?

Yes, the successful candidate will need to work across the three main sites: Wrightington, Wigan, and Leigh Hospitals, as well as at other sites for servicing or repairing medical equipment.

What is the weekly working hours for this position?

This is a full-time position with 37.5 hours of work per week.

How does WWL support staff engagement and values?

WWL values its staff and believes that "happy staff makes for happy patients," fostering a culture of engagement reflecting their core values.

Who can I contact for more information about the role?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Febin Sebastian, the Medical Equipment Manager, via email at febin.sebastian@wwl.nhs.uk or call 01942822001.

Is there an emphasis on continuing professional development in this role?

Yes, the role encourages commitment to flexibility and the pursuit of continuing development of technical knowledge and new skills as part of team duties.

What kind of medical equipment will the technician be working with?

The technician will work with a wide range of complex medical equipment and devices used by healthcare professionals.

Is WWL committed to diversity in hiring?

Yes, WWL values the benefits of a diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all sections of society.

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Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh NHS Foundation Trust

Providing high quality NHS healthcare for our patients across the Wigan Borough.

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2002
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of healthcare services, including acute and elective care, to the communities in Wigan and surrounding areas. Their mission focuses on delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring patient safety, with an emphasis on teaching and research to advance medical practice. The Trust aims to improve health outcomes, enhance patient experience, and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation within the healthcare system.