Medical Equipment Technician

The Department of Clinical Technology currently has one vacancy for a band 5 Medical Equipment Technician for an enthusiastic and motivated individual with relevant technical experience. The post holder will support the specialised clinical and technical services via preventative maintenance and repair of complex medical devices across The Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust and Community Partnership Foundation Trust. The post holder will work within the Critical Care Team, primarily supporting mechanical, pneumatic and electronic equipment such as cpap, portable suction, regulators etc.

An engineering background is essential for this position; medical device knowledge or an electronics background would be an advantage, however device-specific training will be provided.

To utilise core and specialist skills to provide day-to-day technical/clinical support for the organisation and other Health Care providers within the equipment management service.

To organise the Planned Preventive Maintenance (PPM), service and repair of the specialist area, and meet medical device maintenance turnaround times.

Ensure complex clinical equipment operates and performs effectively, practically, and safely with minimum downtime to a high standard.

To work as part of a multi-skilled technical support team, providing essential and specialised skills.

The post may involve direct and indirect contact with patients where tact, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality are paramount.

The Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is the main provider of acute and specialist care services in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We serve a population of around 500,000 people - a figure that can increase significantly with visitors during the busiest times of the year. We employ approximately 6,700 staff and have a budget of approximately £580 million.

We are a teaching hospital in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School.

The Knowledge Spa on the Royal Cornwall Hospital site is the base for medical and nursing as well as ongoing education for health professions in clinical and non-clinical roles.

Keeping at the forefront of medical advances, we are continually developing our clinical services as well as our facilities and are committed to maximising the range of specialist care that can be offered locally. Allied to this is a growing reputation for research and innovation.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Chris Annear Job title: DCT Critical Care Team Leader Email address: [email protected] Telephone number: 01872 252497