Clinical Engineering Assistant/Apprentice

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  • Plymouth
  • £24,465 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 3 hours ago
The Clinical Engineering department at Derriford hospital is responsible for the reporting, management and maintenance of 40,000 individual, active medical devices within our database. Clinical Engineering provides our Trust and other customers with medical device leadership, expertise and governance for the whole life cycle of their devices, through proactive and responsive teams.Clinical Engineering at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is seeking to appoint an apprentice to support in various Clinical Engineering functions; performing commissioning, decommissioning, decontamination, booking in, returning and collecting equipment.As an Apprentice the successful applicants will engage with and actively participate in our Clinical Engineering training scheme. This includes educationally, the specific Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician, Level 3 Course as linked in Advert. This education is funded under the Government's apprenticeship scheme and 20% working week will be allocated for study (paid) and to build a portfolio of developing knowledge, experience and competencies towards fulfilling the departments work commitment and supporting evidence-based progression to Technical Inspector.Onwards education post qualification, with the PTP Healthcare Science degree course (UWE) will be available on completion of the level 3 Specialist Technician course with the attainment of (band 4) Clinical Engineering Technician role.Main duties of the job***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***Works under supervision and as directed by Team Leader/Training Supervisor, colleague peersEngages with the Clinical Engineering training scheme at the indicated level to completion.Assists with fulfilling general team workload objectives. Provides assistance to all Clinical Engineering teams.Works to build up a baseline of equipment and process competenciesAbout usWe are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 2Salary£24,465 a year £24,465 Per AnnumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number216-LH-C7413030Job locationsUniversity Hospitals Plymouth NHS TrustDerrifordPlymouthPL6 8DHJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesAssistant Technician Responsibilities1.1. Works under supervision and as directed by Team Leader/Training Supervisor1.2. Engages with the Clinical Engineering training scheme at the appropriate level when required1.3. Assists with fulfilling general team workload objectives. Provides assistance to all Clinical Engineering teams.1.4. Works to build up a baseline of equipment and process competenciesCore Duties2.1. Accepts requests for medical device repair and service from within and outside the Trust appropriately progressing high priority work.2.2. Logs into and uses the Trusts Medical Devices Database to record all repair and service requests in accordance with Quality System.2.3. Receives patients and other visitors to Clinical Engineering with due regard for their safety in potentially dangerous environment.2.4. Performs corrective and planned preventative maintenance under close supervision on a range of medical devices following written instructions.2.5. Performs acceptance, performance and safety checks under close supervision on new equipment following written instructions.2.6. Maintains under supervision, service schedules, records scientific and technical documentation in accordance with Quality System and Trusts Medical Devices Database.2.7. Rotates through all Clinical Engineering Teams to improve breadth of experience and to assist in building own competencies.For further details please see the attached JD & PS Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesAssistant Technician Responsibilities1.1. Works under supervision and as directed by Team Leader/Training Supervisor1.2. Engages with the Clinical Engineering training scheme at the appropriate level when required1.3. Assists with fulfilling general team workload objectives. Provides assistance to all Clinical Engineering teams.1.4. Works to build up a baseline of equipment and process competenciesCore Duties2.1. Accepts requests for medical device repair and service from within and outside the Trust appropriately progressing high priority work.2.2. Logs into and uses the Trusts Medical Devices Database to record all repair and service requests in accordance with Quality System.2.3. Receives patients and other visitors to Clinical Engineering with due regard for their safety in potentially dangerous environment.2.4. Performs corrective and planned preventative maintenance under close supervision on a range of medical devices following written instructions.2.5. Performs acceptance, performance and safety checks under close supervision on new equipment following written instructions.2.6. Maintains under supervision, service schedules, records scientific and technical documentation in accordance with Quality System and Trusts Medical Devices Database.2.7. Rotates through all Clinical Engineering Teams to improve breadth of experience and to assist in building own competencies.For further details please see the attached JD & PSPerson SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Interest in Electronics, Equipment or Engineering
  • Interest in computer systems
  • Demonstrable experience of Team Working
Desirable
  • Demonstrable electronics or computer hardware experience
  • Demonstrable experience of Microsoft Office Suite
QualificationsEssential
  • 5 GCSE passes at Grade 4-9 (A-C) to include English, Mathematics and Science or equivalent demonstrable experience
Desirable
  • ECDL or CLAIT Qualification
Aptitude and AbilitiesEssential
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Demonstrable interest in further education and personal development
  • Able to work well in a busy environment and meet reasonable deadlines
Desirable
  • Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team
  • Demonstrable experience of working in a service environment
Person SpecificationKnowledge and ExperienceEssential
  • Interest in Electronics, Equipment or Engineering
  • Interest in computer systems
  • Demonstrable experience of Team Working
Desirable
  • Demonstrable electronics or computer hardware experience
  • Demonstrable experience of Microsoft Office Suite
QualificationsEssential
  • 5 GCSE passes at Grade 4-9 (A-C) to include English, Mathematics and Science or equivalent demonstrable experience
Desirable
  • ECDL or CLAIT Qualification
Aptitude and AbilitiesEssential
  • Able to work as part of a team.
  • Demonstrable interest in further education and personal development
  • Able to work well in a busy environment and meet reasonable deadlines
Desirable
  • Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team
  • Demonstrable experience of working in a service environment

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