Medical Technologist Apprentice - Annex 21
Job summary
Medical Technologist Apprenticeship - Band 4
(4-year Annex 21 Developmental / Degree Apprenticeship)
Lane Fox Respiratory UnitGuy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Job Overview
We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Medical Technologist Apprentice (Band 4) to join the Technical Services team at the Lane Fox Respiratory Unit.
The post holder will support the maintenance, servicing, setup, and safe clinical use of respiratory and ventilation equipment used across hospital wards, satellite units, and patients' homes. Working under the guidance of Senior and Chief Medical Technologists, the role requires developing technical competence, sound judgement, and effective communication with patients and the multidisciplinary team.
This post will be appointed as:
- a Band 4, 4-year Annex 21 developmental post with a 3-year Degree Apprenticeship programme.
Annex 21 - Degree Apprenticeship (4 Years)
- Undertake and successfully complete a recognised Degree Apprenticeship in an engineering discipline as part of the Annex 21 developmental programme.
- Training delivered through a combination of academic study and supervised workplace learning.
- A structured competency framework and training plan will be agreed at appointment.
- On successful completion of the apprenticeship and competencies, progression to a substantive Band 5 Medical Technologist role.
Main duties of the job
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Technical Support & Equipment Management
- Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of respiratory and ventilation equipment under supervision.
- Undertake system-level fault diagnosis and basic component-level assessment, escalating complex issues appropriately under supervision.
- Ensure equipment is mechanically and electrically safe and compliant with Trust policies and medical device regulations under supervision.
- Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, and equipment status.
- Use and care for specialist test and calibration equipment.
Clinical & Community Support
- Support installation, setup, servicing, and collection of respiratory equipment in hospital, clinic, and community settings.
- Provide technical input to support patient discharge and continuity of care.
- Participate in community-based services including home visits and remote set-up pathways.
- Communicate clearly with patients, families, and carers regarding safe use and care of equipment.
Communication & MDT Working
- Provide clear technical advice to consultants, nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
- Escalate technical, clinical, or safety concerns appropriately.
About us
Our values
Our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it.
It is important that we all understand and reflect these values in our work. We are:
Caring - we put patients first
Ambitious - we innovate and strive for excellence
Inclusive - we respect each other and work collaboratively
Our values and behaviours framework describe what it means for every one of us in the Trust to put our values into action. A summary of our framework can be found on our Trust jobs pages and our intranet.
ORGANISATION STRUCTURE
Head of Technical Services
Chief Medical Technologist
Senior Medical Technologist
Medical Technologist
Medical Technologist Apprentice
For further details / informal visits contact:
Name: Rakesh Shukla
Job title: Head of Technical Services
Email address: rakesh.shukla2@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0207 188 3434 Option 4
Name: Mike Mackie
Job title: Chief Medical Technologist
Email address: mike.mackie@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0207 188 3434 Option 4
Additional contact information
Name: Nick Weston
Job Title: Chief Medical Technologist
Email Address: nick.weston3@nhs.net
Telephone number: 0207 188 3434 Option 4
Job description
Job responsibilities
Main Duties and Responsibilities
Technical Support & Equipment Management
- Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of respiratory and ventilation equipment under supervision.
- Undertake system-level fault diagnosis and basic component-level assessment, escalating complex issues appropriately under supervision.
- Ensure equipment is mechanically and electrically safe and compliant with Trust policies and medical device regulations under supervision.
- Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, and equipment status.
- Use and care for specialist test and calibration equipment.
Clinical & Community Support
- Support installation, setup, servicing, and collection of respiratory equipment in hospital, clinic, and community settings.
- Provide technical input to support patient discharge and continuity of care.
- Participate in community-based services including home visits and remote set-up pathways.
- Communicate clearly with patients, families, and carers regarding safe use and care of equipment.
Communication & MDT Working
- Provide clear technical advice to consultants, nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
- Escalate technical, clinical, or safety concerns appropriately.
Person Specification
Physical Requirements
- Full UK Driver's Licence
- Travel to patients home and other sites.
Education
- GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent, including Functional Skills Level 2).
- A Level 3 qualification in a relevant STEM subject area such as Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Electronics.
- Eligibility to meet the entry requirements for an approved Healthcare Engineering/Clinical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship programme.
- Minimum UCAS tariff points of 96 (or equivalent qualifications acceptable to the partnered apprenticeship provider/university).
- Equivalent qualifications such as BTEC, Access to HE, International Baccalaureate, Irish Highers, or Level 3 Engineering qualifications are welcomed.
Skills
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Able to work within a small team
- Computer literacy
- Troubleshooting Problem Solving Circuit Diagrams
- Skills in soldering
- Experience in electronic equipment servicing
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.
Employer details
Employer name
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Thomas' Hospital
Lane Fox Unit
LONDON
SE1 7EH
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx