Job Description

The Clinical Engineering department at Derriford hospital is responsible for the reporting, management and maintenance of 40,000 individual, active medical devices within our database. Clinical Engineering provides our Trust and other customers with medical device leadership, expertise and governance for the whole life cycle of their devices, through proactive and responsive teams.
Clinical Engineering at University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is seeking to appoint an apprentice to support in various Clinical Engineering functions; performing commissioning, decommissioning, decontamination, booking in, returning and collecting equipment.
As an Apprentice the successful applicants will engage with and actively participate in our Clinical Engineering training scheme. This includes educationally, the specific Healthcare Engineering Specialist Technician, Level 3 Course as linked in Advert. This education is funded under the Government's apprenticeship scheme and 20% working week will be allocated for study (paid) and to build a portfolio of developing knowledge, experience and competencies towards fulfilling the departments work commitment and supporting evidence-based progression to Technical Inspector.
Onwards education post qualification, with the PTP Healthcare Science degree course (UWE) will be available on completion of the level 3 Specialist Technician course with the attainment of (band 4) Clinical Engineering Technician role.
Main duties of the job
***Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.***
Works under supervision and as directed by Team Leader/Training Supervisor, colleague peers
Engages with the Clinical Engineering training scheme at the indicated level to completion.
Assists with fulfilling general team workload objectives. Provides assistance to all Clinical Engineering teams.
Works to build up a baseline of equipment and process competencies
About us
We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment. We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure. PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC, PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL ACCOUNT REGULARLY. If you have any issues with applying online and need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment team on 01752 432100. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and so we invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.
Details
Date posted
03 September 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 2
Salary
24,465 a year 24,465 Per Annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
216-LH-C7413030
Job locations
University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Derriford
Plymouth
PL6 8DH
Job description
Job responsibilities
Assistant Technician Responsibilities
1.1. Works under supervision and as directed by Team Leader/Training Supervisor
1.2. Engages with the Clinical Engineering training scheme at the appropriate level when required
1.3. Assists with fulfilling general team workload objectives. Provides assistance to all Clinical Engineering teams.
1.4. Works to build up a baseline of equipment and process competencies
Core Duties
2.1. Accepts requests for medical device repair and service from within and outside the Trust appropriately progressing high priority work.
2.2. Logs into and uses the Trusts Medical Devices Database to record all repair and service requests in accordance with Quality System.
2.3. Receives patients and other visitors to Clinical Engineering with due regard for their safety in potentially dangerous environment.
2.4. Performs corrective and planned preventative maintenance under close supervision on a range of medical devices following written instructions.
2.5. Performs acceptance, performance and safety checks under close supervision on new equipment following written instructions.
2.6. Maintains under supervision, service schedules, records scientific and technical documentation in accordance with Quality System and Trusts Medical Devices Database.
2.7. Rotates through all Clinical Engineering Teams to improve breadth of experience and to assist in building own competencies.
For further details please see the attached JD & PS Job description
Job responsibilities
Assistant Technician Responsibilities
1.1. Works under supervision and as directed by Team Leader/Training Supervisor
1.2. Engages with the Clinical Engineering training scheme at the appropriate level when required
1.3. Assists with fulfilling general team workload objectives. Provides assistance to all Clinical Engineering teams.
1.4. Works to build up a baseline of equipment and process competencies
Core Duties
2.1. Accepts requests for medical device repair and service from within and outside the Trust appropriately progressing high priority work.
2.2. Logs into and uses the Trusts Medical Devices Database to record all repair and service requests in accordance with Quality System.
2.3. Receives patients and other visitors to Clinical Engineering with due regard for their safety in potentially dangerous environment.
2.4. Performs corrective and planned preventative maintenance under close supervision on a range of medical devices following written instructions.
2.5. Performs acceptance, performance and safety checks under close supervision on new equipment following written instructions.
2.6. Maintains under supervision, service schedules, records scientific and technical documentation in accordance with Quality System and Trusts Medical Devices Database.
2.7. Rotates through all Clinical Engineering Teams to improve breadth of experience and to assist in building own competencies.
For further details please see the attached JD & PS
Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Interest in Electronics, Equipment or Engineering
• Interest in computer systems
• Demonstrable experience of Team Working

Desirable

• Demonstrable electronics or computer hardware experience
• Demonstrable experience of Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications
Essential

• 5 GCSE passes at Grade 4-9 (A-C) to include English, Mathematics and Science or equivalent demonstrable experience

Desirable

• ECDL or CLAIT Qualification

Aptitude and Abilities
Essential

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrable interest in further education and personal development
• Able to work well in a busy environment and meet reasonable deadlines

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team
• Demonstrable experience of working in a service environment

Person Specification
Knowledge and Experience
Essential

• Interest in Electronics, Equipment or Engineering
• Interest in computer systems
• Demonstrable experience of Team Working

Desirable

• Demonstrable electronics or computer hardware experience
• Demonstrable experience of Microsoft Office Suite

Qualifications
Essential

• 5 GCSE passes at Grade 4-9 (A-C) to include English, Mathematics and Science or equivalent demonstrable experience

Desirable

• ECDL or CLAIT Qualification

Aptitude and Abilities
Essential

• Able to work as part of a team.
• Demonstrable interest in further education and personal development
• Able to work well in a busy environment and meet reasonable deadlines

Desirable

• Demonstrable experience of working as part of a team
• Demonstrable experience of working in a service environment

Skills Required