About the Role
Person Specification
Education/ Qualifications
Essential
HNC or equivalent qualification in a relevant science or engineering subject or time served equivalent experience
Desirable
Degree in Clinical Technology or its equivalent (eg an appropriate science or engineering degree or HNC plus a period of clinical technology training and experience - 2-3 years)
RCT Registered
Knowledge, Training & Experience
Essential
Have an understanding of mechanical, electrical/ electronic systems & instrumentation
Demonstrates a knowledge of electrical safety testing requirements and methods
Computer literate, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Desirable
Possess knowledge of electrical safety within a patient environment.
Understanding of medical device applications in clinical settings
Familiar with computer databases and data recording systems
Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Essential
Able to advise and train other professional staff groups in the care and operation of complex equipment (e.g. train nurses in medical device user maintenance).
Able to develop internal and external networks and relationships
Able to communicate complex information across professional boundaries, confidently and persuasively
Good communication - verbal/written
Be able to work on own initiative
Works well with in a team
Demonstrates understanding of confidentiality
Facilitate learning of others
Desirable
Able to negotiate with other professional staff to access medical equipment for service and repair
Special Attributes and Other Requirements
Essential
Able to prioritise and manage own work and supervise the work of junior staff.
Able to exercise own initiative when dealing with issues within own area of competence to identify, propose and implement changes to documentation and procedures
Able to deal with complex and unpredictable situations
Shows motivation in developing new skills
Demonstrate empathy and diplomacy
Flexible and reliable
Good time keeper
Ability to work from both hospital sites as required to meet the demands of the service