Clinical Technologist

An exciting opportunity has arisen within NTW Solutions Limited, in the role of Clinical Technologist.

The suitably experienced and qualified professional will work as part of a multi-disciplinary Estates team across several main sites covering Cumbria, Northumberland and Tyne and Wear. The position will be predominately based at St Nicholas Hospital, Gosforth. We are looking for experienced engineers or technicians who have worked in engineering or electronic/electrical instrumentation/medical device roles.

The post holder will provide planned preventative maintenance, repair, calibration, evaluation, safety testing, acceptance testing and clinical support in accordance with current standards for a wide range of medical device equipment for which the Estates Department and NTW Solutions is responsible for. The role will involve managing a small team delivering a high quality service.
- Provide technical skills and knowledge in analysing complex faults on a range of medical equipment.
- Calibrate and safety test all medical equipment prior to issue to clinical areas.
- Provision of technical advice and support to clinical staff and providing management of other external medical device contracts.
- Become familiar with all technical standards applicable to this post with particular regard to statutory requirements, policies, and regulations for safe operation of equipment.
- Ensure that equipment issued to staff is safe and fit for purpose and that the staff understand its correct use and limitations.
- Responsible for the implementation and delivery of the planned maintenance schedule.

Please refer to the Job Description itself for a wider overview of the role.

NTW Solutions Limited is proud to provide services to the NHS. We keep hospitals clean and patients fed and we keep buildings running and grounds tidy. Our pharmacy team ensures patients get the medicine they need, and our workforce team recruits people onto the frontline. We transcribe thousands of important medical letters, provide a lease car service to keep people on the move, and ensure suppliers are paid on time.

We are dedicated to being a great inclusive place to work. We provide a wide range of benefits including a good rate of pay and pension and an extensive range of discounts. We care about health and wellbeing and offer a range of support for the people who work here.

We were set up by Cumbria, Northumberland, Tyne and Wear NHS Foundation Trust to provide support services. As a limited company we have built a commercial ethos onto our NHS values and now provide our services to other NHS organisations and beyond.

We make a difference to people’s lives and working here is fulfilling and rewarding. Our social purpose is also driving our plans to become net zero and to tackle discrimination and champion equality. Working here means joining a friendly bunch of people dedicated to supporting better care.

Please find attached job description for full details.

**Advertising date**: 24.08.23

**Closing date**: 18.09.23

**Hourly Rate**: £23.56

Free parking is available across our sites with a valid parking permit for NTW Solutions Staff

Please note that all jobs will be appointed on the NTW Solutions Limited terms and conditions (not NHS/A4C terms).