Biomedical Engineering Technician Apprentice

4 days ago

London, United Kingdom Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust Full time

Job summary

o Overview of Apprenticeship

We are looking to employ two highly motivated, enthusiastic, and hardworking apprentices to join our expanding and friendly Clinical engineering team.

The posts will be based at Lewisham Hospital where we have a team of 6 EBME (Electrical and biomedical engineering) technicians, with a similarly sized team at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich. Making up half of the Clinical Engineering department, the team is responsible for the maintenance and repair of the medical equipment used by the clinical staff to provide care to patients from simple suction units up to life support successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will have gained the recognized qualifications and hands on experience to pursue a fulfilling career in clinical Qualifications and TrainingYou will be trained to maintain and repair modern medical devices used throughout the Trust from simple devices (eg blood pressure machine) up to life sustaining equipment (eg ventilators)Depending on previous qualifications and experience the apprenticeship with last up to 4 first year will be spent completing the Level 2 Healthcare Science Assistant which will take place on site. Once completed you will then be enrolled onto the Level 3 Healthcare Engineering specialist technician. Both courses will be overseen by a recognised

Main duties of the job

During training:o To learn and perform the duties of an Associate Clinical Technologist, under the guidance and supervision of qualified members of the Biomedical Engineering team. o To undertake a structured and comprehensive training and education programme.

On completion of training:o To provide technical and engineering support as part of the Clinical Engineering service catering for all general clinical areas within the Trust. There will be a particular focus on assisting other technologists in locating and tracking devices, liaison with nursing staff to organise access for servicing of equipment and carrying out basic servicing and planned maintenance. This requires updating of records in the department equipment database so as to ensure all jobs are recorded.

About us

Our people are our greatest asset. When we feel supported and happy at work, this positivity reaches those very people we are here for, the patients. Engaged employees perform at their best and our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) initiatives contribute to cultivate a culture of engagement. We have four staff networks, a corporate EDI Team and a suite of programmes and events which aim to insert the 5 aspirations:

Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development Widening access (anchor institution) and employability Improving the experience of staff with disability Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development Making equalities mainstream Job description

Job responsibilities

Clinical Technical

1. Under the supervision of a member of Clinical Engineering, undertake repair, calibration and maintenance of a range of medical equipment located in Trust wards, department and community Integrate conflicting elements and work to international standards and departmental quality system when identifying, evaluating and selecting In association with the Head of EBME and other staff, identify customer requirements. Review requirements against safety and other standards to identify conflicting issues, and any limitations and Assist with the risk assessment and evaluation of Adapt existing equipment to meet changing customer Carry out calibration and quality control on a range of medical equipment under supervision of a member of Clinical Work carried out will comply with set procedures and conform to the appropriate quality and safety standards as directed a member of Clinical Take responsibility for the quality of own work produced.

Managerial

1. Keep careful records of all work performed and complete other appropriate Participate and have input in regular Section Take care of high value tools, equipment and systems while in use by the post holder. Keep workshop facilities clear and well ordered. Ensure damage to, or faults are reported to the EBME Technicians Propose changes to the Departmental Quality System and other policies and Report to the Head of EBME any perceived deficiencies in personal training required to competently perform required Be familiar with and follow the Trusts incident reporting Receive goods and equipment into the Section and process required paperwork.

Teaching, training and research

8. Assist in the development, clinical trials and evaluation of medical equipment.

Professional

9. Keep abreast of technical developments. Enrol in appropriate Continuing Professional Development programmes. Attend suitable seminars and courses as part of personal development and to further the work of the Ensure all activities are carried out within a quality framework and meet regulatory requirements, professional standards and accepted guidelines.

Miscellaneous1. Implement and ensure compliance with an accredited Quality System in the areas of work for which the post holder carries Propose changes to Departmental Quality System and other policies and Carry out all duties in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, relevant Statutory Regulations, Approved Codes of Conduct and Local Work outside normal working hours on occasion when When working in other departments, the appointee will liaise with local heads of department, medical consultants, superintendents, senior nursing staff or their representatives as appropriate, adhering to local policies and practices. The post holder will behave courteously and professionally at all times and seek to ensure that the highest level of service is provided by Clinical Manual dexterity and good hand-eye coordination for fine adjustment of equipment settings7. Perform other appropriate duties, which may be required from time to time by the Head of EBME

Person Specification

Qualifications and Training

Essential

oA minimum of five GCSEs at grade A* to C/9-4) (or equivalent qualification) including Mathematics, English, and Science. oA-levels or equivalent such as BTEC in a relevant science or engineering subjects.

Desirable

oBasic understanding of Clinical Engineering settings in Hospital environment

Experience

Essential

oExperience of working on projects either in school/college or outside studies oWork experience

Desirable

oWork experience in Clinical Engineering

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

oComputer literacy (word processing, spreadsheets and databases) oKnowledge of health and safety awareness and safe working practices. oConfidence in the use of numerical and technical data.

Personal Qualities

Essential

oDemonstrate a willingness to undertake and complete the apprenticeship scheme. oShow a willingness to learn and apply new skills as required. oShow a willingness to work unsocial hours when required oFlexible approach to introduction of change in working practices oProfessional appearance and behaviour.

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