Senior Clinical Engineer (Renal)
Job summary
Are you a passionate engineer with a heart for healthcare? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where innovation and technology converge to save lives? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic engineer to join a large team providing maintenance, test, inspection and repair of Medical Devices.
The ideal candidate will have a technical background gained in healthcare as a technician or test and repair engineer. They may have skills in electrical, electronic, computing, hydraulic and mechanical engineering, be suitably qualified and with experience of the use, maintenance and management of medical devices for healthcare delivery. However, relevant experience gained in other industries will be considered and training will be provided. They will have an open and enquiring mind, an analytical and structured approach to problem solving, good communication and reporting skills, and a demonstrable enthusiasm and commitment to the safe and optimal use of medical devices in healthcare.
Candidates who do not possess the necessary experience and qualifications may be considered for a lower grade position while undergoing training.
At STH, we believe in the power of technology to transform healthcare. We are looking for a dedicated engineer who shares our passion for innovation and excellence. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and make a lasting impact on healthcare, we want to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
Provide a technical support service to the renal haemodialysis and reverse osmosis units at the Northern General Hospital, the satellite units at Chesterfield and Barnsley, and in patients' homes.
To work under own initiative and organise complex programs of work as part of a team, but often working alone in isolated environments.
To work in accordance with the departmental ISO 9001 quality system.
Ensure all servicing tools and test equipment are functional and organise repair and maintenance as required.
To participate as required in overtime duties.
To participate in an out-of-hours emergency on call service.
Typical medical devices include lasers, ultrasound, gamma cameras, anaesthetic machines, ventilators, renal dialysis and other types of complex life support devices.
The post holder will work in environments where patients are undergoing treatment or in a patient's home, confidentiality is paramount.
Participation in in-house and external courses and seminars
Undertake continuing professional development, maintain a professional portfolio and to have a commitment to the training and development of other professional colleagues.
About us
You will be working for an organisation which values and respects all of its staff and the community it serves. The Trust is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and provides excellent benefits for its staff. This includes commitments to professional development but also many policies to support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please view the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents for full details regarding this post.
When completing your application please ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the role criteria.
Person Specification
Qualifications
- Upper-second class honours degree or above in Clinical Engineering or other related subject such as electronics, electrical, physics, IT, computing and mechanical engineering. Alternatively, candidates must be able to demonstrate equivalent knowledge, skills and experience acquired through relevant education, training and professional experience.
- Specialist training in the operation & maintenance of highly complex medical devices.
- Professional registration in a relevant engineering discipline (e.g., Incorporated Engineer or Registered Clinical Technologist).
Experience
- Proven experience in the repair, calibration, and maintenance of complex electro-mechanical, electronic, mechanical, IT, and/or computer network systems.
- Experience of complex medical device maintenance including fault finding and repair.
- Proven ability to diagnose faults, implement effective corrective actions, and ensure all equipment functions safely, reliably, and in full compliance with relevant regulatory and quality standards.
- Experience maintaining haemodialysis systems and associated water treatment equipment.
- Experience supporting renal units and satellite dialysis centres.
- Experience working in a patient-facing clinical environment.
- Experience of scheduled maintenance programmes and in meeting targets.
- Experience of working within a Quality Management System such as ISO 9001 and ISO 13485.
- Experience of delivering teaching and training to technical staff
- Experience of delivering teaching and training to clinical staff.
Skills and Knowledge
- Understanding of dialysis water quality standards.
- Knowledge of renal replacement therapies and associated medical devices.
- Understanding of infection prevention requirements within haemodialysis services.
- Responsible for specialist maintenance and performance of high-value renal equipment assets and contributes to equipment replacement and procurement decisions.
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively plan, prioritise, and deliver a complex and demanding workload, while managing competing priorities.
- Provide day-to-day supervision, mentoring and technical guidance to junior engineers, apprentices and trainees.
- Lead designated maintenance programmes and service improvement initiatives.
- Specialist knowledge of medical devices management acquired through in-depth experience.
- Thorough understanding of electrical and electronic principles and applications.
- Contribute to development of maintenance procedures, quality systems and departmental policies.
- Develop and deliver structured technical training programmes.
- Full, clean GB/EU driving licence.
- Understanding of quality assurance and quality management principles in the management of equipment.
- Good IT knowledge and skills.
- Good practical skills. Able to use precision tools, good hand eye coordination.
Personal Qualities
- The ability to plan their own work and work without supervision.
- Adjust quickly to changing priorities, environments, and workflows while maintaining high performance.
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
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Sheffield Teaching Hospitals
Herries Road
Sheffield
S5 7AU
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.sth.nhs.uk