Job Description

The post holder will work as part of a diverse and multidisciplinary Medical Equipment Management Service team to ensure the safe use of medical devices across the Trust.



The post holder will carry out acceptance testing, servicing and repair of complex medical equipment and devices. They will take part in workshop rotas and timetables, and maintain records of all completed work timely and accurately on the comprehensive equipment management information technology system. Where necessary the post holder will undertake training in order to develop, upskill and fulfil the evolving needs of the role.



Technical



Following standard operating procedures, carry out the following on complex electrical and mechanical medical equipment:



Formal acceptance tests



Performance tests



Planned Preventative Maintenance



Servicing / Routine maintenance



Under the supervision of senior technicians, analyse and diagnose faults in complex electrical and mechanical medical equipment, and calibrate and operate test equipment correctly.



Carry out electrical safety testing of equipment.



Communication



Provide technical information and feedback to clinical users on the service and repair of equipment. Communicate with equipment suppliers and manufacturers regarding maintenance and repair of medical equipment. Collaborate with other technical staff in the maintenance of medical equipment.

Clinical



Attend clinical areas to carry out routine maintenance of medical equipment, either alone or with colleagues



King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's largest and busiest teaching Trusts with a turnover of c1.8 billion, 1.5 million patient contacts a year and more than 15,000 staff based across South East London. The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.



We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.



King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.



Key Working Relationships



MEMS team / MEP colleagues (internal) KCH colleagues (internal) Medical equipment manufacturers and suppliers (external)

Health and Safety



Apply relevant health, safety and security protocols to any environment that is worked in. Identify risks involved with work activities. Advise on and implement action to manage risk.

General



The post holder has a general duty of care for their own health, safety and wellbeing and that of work colleagues, visitors and patients within the hospital, in addition to any specific risk management or clinical governance accountabilities associated with this post.

To observe the rules, policies, procedures and standards of King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust together with all relevant statutory and professional obligations.

We want to be an organisation where everyone shares a commitment to delivering the very best care and feels like their contribution is valuable and valued.

At King's we are a kind, respectful team:

Kind . We show compassion and understanding and bring a positive attitude to our work



Respectful . We promote equality, are inclusive and honest, speaking up when needed



Team . We support each other, communicate openly, and are reassuringly professional



To observe and maintain strict confidentiality of personal information relating to patients and staff.

To be responsible, with management support, for their own personal development and to actively contribute to the development of colleagues.

This job description is intended as a guide to the general scope of duties and is not intended to be definitive or restrictive. It is expected that some of the duties will change over time and this description will be subject to review in consultation with the post holder.

All employees must hold an 'nhs.net' email account which will be the Trust's formal route for email communication.

Everyone is responsible for promoting inclusion no matter their role or team. At King's, we want to create an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and welcomed



Safe Guarding



The Trust takes the issues of Safeguarding Children, Adults and addressing Domestic Abuse very seriously. All employees have a responsibility to support the organisation in our duties by;



attending mandatory training on safeguarding children and adults

familiarising themselves with the Trust's processes for reporting concerns

reporting any safeguarding child or adult concerns appropriately



Infection Control Statement



The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene procedures and requirements when in clinical areas.



The post holder has an important responsibility for and contribution to make to infection control and must be familiar with the infection control and hygiene requirements of this role.



These requirements are set out in the National Code of Practice on Infection Control and in local policies and procedures which will be made clear during your induction and subsequent refresher training. These standards must be strictly complied with at all times.