Job Description

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.
Details
Date posted
05 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 4
Salary
27,485 to 30,162 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
435-1LSC-UHMBT-102-25
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 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 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..

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..

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

Skills Required