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Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

2mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior & Mid Level
  • Engineering
    Healthcare

AI generated summary

  • You must maintain medical devices, manage databases, assist with procurement, understand customer needs, conduct preventive maintenance, oversee calibration, and travel between hospital sites as needed.
  • You will maintain and repair medical devices, manage technical records, assist clinical staff, ensure equipment safety, oversee training, and support procurement and documentation processes.

Requirements

  • Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of medical devices in the hospital, as recommended by device manufacturers.
  • Update and manage the Medical Equipment Database to ensure accurate and complete technical records of all work performed.
  • Participate in regular in-house and OEM training courses to stay informed of the latest clinical and technical developments in Clinical Engineering.
  • Offer administrative support to the team by updating job and device records in the medical equipment management database, assisting with procurement, managing the acceptance of medical devices, maintaining the medical user training record database, overseeing documentation, managing calibration records of test equipment, and supporting the medical equipment library.
  • Foster a customer-focused culture by understanding and addressing customer needs, ensuring timely and effective communication at all levels.
  • This position centers on providing technical services for preventive maintenance, specifically conducting planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on clinical equipment to ensure compliance with safety and performance standards.
  • The role also entails maintaining accurate records, conducting equipment library rounds, updating the equipment database, managing stock levels, and collaborating with clinical staff.
  • Furthermore, the postholder is tasked with supervising calibration processes, adhering to quality standards, participating in audits, and engaging in continuous professional development while providing coverage for colleagues as needed.
  • Travel between hospital sites may be required.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in the maintenance and upkeep of medical devices in the hospital, as recommended by device manufacturers. This includes performing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and repairs on a variety of clinical equipment to meet functional and safety specifications.
  • Update and manage the Medical Equipment Database to ensure accurate and complete technical records of all work performed. Provide day-to-day support to the department, including assisting clinical staff with technical issues related to medical devices, liaising with device manufacturers, and helping maintain stock levels.
  • Participate in regular in-house and OEM training courses to stay informed of the latest clinical and technical developments in Clinical Engineering. Provide clinical technical support through planned preventative maintenance, repair, calibration, safety, and acceptance testing on a range of medical equipment.
  • Offer administrative support to the team by updating job and device records in the medical equipment management database, assisting with procurement, managing the acceptance of medical devices, maintaining the medical user training record database, overseeing documentation, managing calibration records of test equipment, and supporting the medical equipment library.
  • Foster a customer-focused culture by understanding and addressing customer needs, ensuring timely and effective communication at all levels.
  • Diagnosing equipment faults, performing safety tests, and overseeing the commissioning and decommissioning of devices. The role also entails maintaining accurate records, conducting equipment library rounds, updating the equipment database, managing stock levels, and collaborating with clinical staff.
  • Supervising calibration processes, adhering to quality standards, participating in audits, and engaging in continuous professional development while providing coverage for colleagues as needed.

FAQs

What is the primary responsibility of a Clinical Engineer in this position?

The primary responsibility is to assist in the maintenance and upkeep of medical devices in the hospital by performing planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and repairs on clinical equipment to meet functional and safety specifications.

Is there training provided for this role?

Yes, participation in regular in-house and OEM training courses is encouraged to stay informed of the latest clinical and technical developments in Clinical Engineering.

What kind of equipment will I be working with?

You will be working with a variety of clinical equipment, including those used in A&E, Obstetrics-led Maternity, and Paediatrics.

Will I be responsible for keeping records?

Yes, one of the key responsibilities includes updating and managing the Medical Equipment Database to ensure accurate and complete technical records of all work performed.

Is there any customer interaction involved in this position?

Yes, fostering a customer-focused culture by understanding and addressing customer needs is an essential part of the role.

What is the work location for this position?

The position is based in Bedford and Luton, requiring travel between hospital sites as needed.

Are there opportunities for professional development offered?

Yes, the Trust offers a program of high-quality training and development to help you grow your career.

What should I do if I have questions about the position?

You can contact Anurag Anurag, the Clinical Engineering Manager, via email at anurag.anurag@bedfordhospital.nhs.uk or by telephone at 01234355122 for further details or informal visits.

Is there a probationary period for new staff?

Yes, all new staff will be subject to a probationary period covering their first six months in post.

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Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Science & Healthcare
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees
2020
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides a range of acute and elective healthcare services across its hospitals, including emergency care, surgery, and specialized treatments. Their ultimate mission is to deliver safe, high-quality care and improve patient outcomes through compassionate and efficient service. Their purpose is to enhance the health and well-being of the local community by offering excellent medical care and support tailored to individual patient needs.