170008 - Medical Physics Associate Practitioner - Dm

2 weeks ago


Wishaw, North Lanarkshire, United Kingdom NHS Scotland Full time

The Role:

The advertised post is for an Associate Practitioner within the Medical Physics Department based within University Hospital Wishaw.
The service includes the installation, commissioning, calibration, performance assurance and repair of a wide range of medical equipment. In addition, staff undertake duties in accordance with the quality system operated.

A demonstrable knowledge of electrical, electronic or engineering principles with a commitment to undertake further training and education would be advantageous.

Knowledge of Electrical Safety or PAT Testing and IT/software experience are desirable as are the following; practical experience on medical equipment, workplace practice and techniques including Health and Safety Regulations, working knowledge of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines and working within Quality management systems.

This post will also include some driving to Health Centres etc. to perform the above duties.
Informal enquiries regarding the post will be welcomed by William McManus, Clinical Service Manager, on

NHS Lanarkshire:

Have you always wanted to work with NHS Lanarkshire? Then this might be the opportunity for you to join Team Lanarkshire

Here at NHS Lanarkshire, we put the patient at the heart of everything we do. Each colleague within the organisation plays a key role in how we deliver our healthcare services.

We proudly serve a population of 655,000 across rural and urban communities in in both North and South Lanarkshire.

NHS Lanarkshire is comprised of Acute Services (which currently provide hospital based services over 3 main sites), Corporate & Property & Support Services, North and South Lanarkshire Health and Social Care Partnerships which provide integrated primary healthcare and social care services to local communities and surrounding areas.


What we'll need you to bring:
HNC or equivalent in Applied Physics or Electrical/Electronic Engineering with 2 years experience repairing and servicing electronic equipment.

Further education /evidence of CPD activity in maintaining and developing skills in equipment maintenance.

Possession of team-working skills and the ability to motivate others.

Ability to work on own initiative.

Time management skills

It would be great if you also have:
Relevant equipment related training courses

Proven track record maintaining complex equipment in an ISO regulated organisation

Knowledge of and ability to test equipment found in an electronics laboratory

Knowledge of ISO 9001:2008

Knowledge and ability to carry out fault finding on electronic equipment to board level and planning preventative maintenance as specified in manufacturers manuals and department protocols and instruction

Ability to work with tools and carry out electronic and mechanical repairs to a high standard

Access to a car

Contract type
Permanent

Full time

37.5 hours

Location and Working Pattern:

This role will be based in Medical Physics within University Hospital Wishaw

The working pattern for this role is Monday to Friday; 9:00 to 5:00

Looking to find out more?:

If you're looking to find out a bit more, then we would love to hear from you

Why NHS Lanarkshire?:


Join us and you will discover a supportive environment where you will have the chance to add to your skills and further your career.


Some of NHS Lanarkshire's benefits include:

  • A minimum of 27 days annual leave increasing with length of service
  • A minimum of 8 days of public holidays
  • Membership of NHS Pension Scheme, with life insurance benefits (for more information on the NHS Pension Scheme visit the Scottish Public Pension)
  • Paid sick leave increasing with length of service
  • Occupational health services
  • Employee Counselling services
  • Worklife Balance policies and procedures


NHS Lanarkshire have a range of support services on topics that can impact both on your working and personal life including occupational health, spiritual care and independent counselling.

This support can be accessed using the links on this page.

Further Information:

For more information on the role, please refer to the Job Description.

If you're looking for more information on the recruitment process, organisation or the services we provide, please refer to our information pack, or our recruitment webpage.


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