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Department of Medical Physics, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh
Specialist Clinical Technologist
Permanent, Full Time (37.5 hrs/wk): 1 Post.
Salary Scale: Band 6
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Specialist Clinical Technologist within the Medical Equipment Management Team, at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, to support the delivery of a medical equipment management service.
The postholder will help provide medical equipment management services to a range of NHS and other customers, supporting the clinical use of a range of highly specialist medical equipment in areas including critical care units, theatres, general wards, and community sites. This includes fault‑finding, repairing breakdowns, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, safety checks, assisting with the investigation of medical equipment related incidents and problem solving in the clinical environment.
You will have a degree or technical HND or equivalent qualification in an electronics or medical engineering discipline, and experience of working within an electronic servicing role. Experience of working on anaesthesia and ventilation equipment is an advantage.
We are looking for applicants who are self-motivated and able to work effectively within a team to ensure the day-to-day running of the service. Good interpersonal skills are essential, as is a flexible and methodical approach to the required tasks. This post may involve travelling and working at various hospitals and clinics in Lothian.
The Medical Equipment Management service has a track record of developing staff to enhance career opportunities. With a clear focus on quality and patient services, you will join an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team providing an equipment management service for a wide range of medical equipment. You will work across many clinical specialities, supporting the delivery of world class healthcare at four acute hospital sites and within the local healthcare community.
NHS Lothian serves a population of approximately 800,000 in a region covering 700 square
miles, comprising the City of Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian and West Lothian. It is an
area of exceptional beauty and contrast, from the splendour of Edinburgh to the beauty and
variety of the hills, countryside and coastline. The nearest major town outside Edinburgh is
Livingston, a thriving location in the heart of West Lothian.
NHS Lothian has returned to face-to-face interviews and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to travel for interview.
Informal enquiries and visits to the Medical Physics Department are welcomed by Colin Hand, Team Leader 0131 242 2353 colin.hand@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk or Stephen Roberts, East Sector Manager: Tel. 07811 316163 email Stephen.Roberts@nhslothian.scot.nhs.uk