Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Medical Engineering Assistant Technician to join a small friendly team based at Furness General Hospital The department is responsible for the commissioning, service and maintenance of wide range of medical devices used within all areas of clinical care including ventilation, endoscopy, Neonatal and theatre based medical equipment Please note, although this role is being advertised by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust, it will transfer to OneLSC a Corporate Collaboration hosted by East Lancashire Hospitals Trust on 1.11.24. There are no plans to change the location of the role. Main duties of the job Duties will include medical device commissioning, service, repair, implementation of regulatory action and safe disposal of devices at the end of life.1) A good knowledge of electro-mechanical engineering theory,2) A logical approach to fault finding on complex electro- mechanical medical equipment3) Proficient IT skills in the use of a database system for maintenance recording and be familiar with the Microsoft office applications suite.4) Knowledge of general medical equipment and medical terminology is desirable but not essential.5) The ability to communicate effectively and build lasting relationships with all members of staff, visitors and suppliers6) Good organisational skills and be able to manage and prioritise their own day to day workload. About us We operatefrom three main hospitals-Furness General Hospital (FGH) in Barrow, the Royal Lancaster Infirmary (RLI), and Westmorland General Hospital (WGH) in Kendal, as well as a number of community healthcare premises including Millom Hospital and GP Practice, Queen Victoria Hospital in Morecambe, andUlverstonCommunity Health Centre. FGH and the RLI have a range of General Hospital services, with full Emergency Departments, Critical/Coronary Care units and various Consultant-led services. WGH provides a range of General Hospital services, together with an Urgent Treatment Centre, that can help with a range of non-life threatening conditions such as broken bones and minor illnesses. All three main hospitals provide a range of planned care including outpatients, diagnostics, therapies, day case and inpatient surgery. In addition, a range of local outreach services and diagnostics are provided from community facilities across Morecambe Bay. Date posted 12 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 435-UHMBB410325 Job locations Furness General Hospital Dalton Road Barrow in Furness LA14 4LF Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. Job description Job responsibilities To read more information about the advertised role, and the main job duties/responsibilities please open the Job Description and Person Specification located under the supporting documents heading. Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Professional electronics knowledge acquired through ONC/BTEC in electronics, medical engineering or equivalent with additional practical knowledge gained through technical training, and developed practical experience Desirable HNC in either Medical device maintenance or electrical and electronic engineering Physiology training to cover a range of equipment. Experience Essential Analysis and diagnosing of faults in Electronic/Mechanical equipment. Experience of safe operating systems used in the maintenance and repair of electronic equipment Routine maintenance, prioritising breakdown maintenance. Desirable Evidence of regular training courses to further skills and experience. Experience of Medical device calibration and maintenance. Medical device calibration and maintenance. skills, ability and knowledge Essential Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and with external agencies and industry Highly developed skills:-manual dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for use of precision tools & materials in the maintaining of delicate equipment. Ability to work in awkward positions and unpleasant environments e.g. plant rooms, behind patient bed heads and within theatre environments Desirable Knowledge and understanding of Health Service issues. Experience of working within the scope of MHRA Managing Medical Devices (April 2015) Medical Device and Equipment Management for Hospital and Community based Organisations. Evaluation of medical devices-acceptance testing. Quality systems and database management Personal Qualities Essential An ability to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm, problem solving, together with sound judgement and a professional approach. Ability to travel Desirable Current driving licence Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential Professional electronics knowledge acquired through ONC/BTEC in electronics, medical engineering or equivalent with additional practical knowledge gained through technical training, and developed practical experience Desirable HNC in either Medical device maintenance or electrical and electronic engineering Physiology training to cover a range of equipment. Experience Essential Analysis and diagnosing of faults in Electronic/Mechanical equipment. Experience of safe operating systems used in the maintenance and repair of electronic equipment Routine maintenance, prioritising breakdown maintenance. Desirable Evidence of regular training courses to further skills and experience. Experience of Medical device calibration and maintenance. Medical device calibration and maintenance. skills, ability and knowledge Essential Effective verbal and written communication with colleagues at all levels of the organisation and with external agencies and industry Highly developed skills:-manual dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for use of precision tools & materials in the maintaining of delicate equipment. Ability to work in awkward positions and unpleasant environments e.g. plant rooms, behind patient bed heads and within theatre environments Desirable Knowledge and understanding of Health Service issues. Experience of working within the scope of MHRA Managing Medical Devices (April 2015) Medical Device and Equipment Management for Hospital and Community based Organisations. Evaluation of medical devices-acceptance testing. Quality systems and database management Personal Qualities Essential An ability to demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm, problem solving, together with sound judgement and a professional approach. Ability to travel Desirable Current driving licence 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). Additional information 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 (Opens in a new tab). 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 (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust Address Furness General Hospital Dalton Road Barrow in Furness LA14 4LF Employer's website http://jobs.elht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)