Clinical Engineer – Specialist Practitioner Clinical Technologist – Renal Dialysis

Job Description

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest healthcare systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non clinical professions and roles. We deliver acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.

The role

Medical equipment is used for medical treatment and diagnosis of patients in all areas of a hospital and beyond. Fully functional and accurate medical equipment is essential for the safe diagnosis and treatment of patients, and it is the Medical Equipment Management service that is responsible for ensuring this.

Duration, Location, and Working Pattern

• Location based in Queen Elizabeth University Hospital – Renal Section
• Permanent Contract
• Full time position (37 hours per week)
• Shift pattern: Monday 08 30, Tuesday Friday 08 00 with 30 minutes lunch each day

Key responsibilities

• Scheduled maintenance: carry out scheduled planned maintenance and quality assurance testing on medical devices, including Renal Dialysis Equipment and other specialist and highly complex units, in accordance with the Asset Management System.
• Fault finding and repair: carry out fault diagnosis on a broad range of medical devices, including Renal Dialysis Equipment and other specialist equipment, using a systematic approach and diagnostic aids, liaising with manufacturers and agents as required.
• 7 day service: participate in a staff roster for the formal 7 day on call service.
• Water quality testing: test water quality for dialysis machines and dialysis fluid to patients, in line with the Renal Association Clinical Standards.
• Commissioning of medical devices: complete acceptance checking and installation of new medical devices, including specialist units, to ensure safety for staff and patients.
• Decommissioning of medical devices: decommission devices following standard operating procedures.
• Electrical safety testing: visual inspection and electrical safety testing for compliance with Health and Safety at Work Act and Electricity at Work Regulations.
• Safety alerts / field safety notices: investigate, develop responses and complete actions generated by safety alerts or notices.

Knowledge, training, qualifications and/or experience required to do the job

We are looking for people who are passionate about medical equipment, patient safety, engineering and helping people. People that work well in a team and have a desire to learn.

• Engineering or Technology knowledge to SCQF Level 9
• Postgraduate experience of renal dialysis equipment, e.g., attending manufacturers technical courses
• Experience of the service, repair and fault finding of medical equipment, including renal dialysis equipment
• Understanding of the clinical, scientific and engineering principles of a broad range of medical devices
• Good organisational and communication skills

What we offer

We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.

• A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
• Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
• Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
• Development opportunities including study bursaries, e learning and classroom based courses
• Enhanced pay for working public holidays
• NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
• Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde recognises the importance of work life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow.

Equal opportunities

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ.

By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC pledges its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces Community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.