Job Description

The post holder will be a valuable member of a successful electronic medical equipment (EME) team who will build on their basic engineering skills and education.



Under supervision, the post holder will assist the Bed Engineer with the repair and maintenance program on a wide range of electric profiling beds, treatment couches, treatment chairs and pressure relief systems across the Royal Surrey Hospital and external customer's sites



The Trainee Engineer will have a good grounding in electrical and electronic systems. Full manufacturer training will be provided to enable the individuals to work independently.



The role calls for someone from an Electro-Mechanical Engineering background, and as such, the post holder will require knowledge across the range of technologies and services that fall under the responsibility of this post. The Post holder will assist the Bed Engineer with the preventative maintenance schedules and electrical safety testing across a range of electro-mechanical devices to ensure the EME department is meeting its compliance and KPI targets



Established in 2018, Healthcare Partners Ltd (HPL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Royal Surrey NHS Foundation Trust.



We offer a consultative, collaborative approach -- based on a genuine desire to make healthcare provision outstanding, and respecting the opinions and skills of our fellow clinical professionals to produce exceptional outcomes.



We are a substantial company in our own right, with an annual turnover of around 50m and over 80 staff. We partner with other healthcare providers throughout the UK in both the public and private sectors, reinvesting our profits and savings back into the NHS.



At Healthcare Partners Ltd, the patient is at the heart of all we do. We're proud to be part of the NHS, helping to make healthcare better.

KEY RESULT AREAS/MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under supervision, carry out preventative maintenance, servicing, inspection and repair to a wide range of patient-critical beds, treatment couches, treatment chairs and pressure relief mattress systems Communicate with clinical users staff to gain a clear understanding of the nature of problems with equipment. Undertake fault-finding to diagnose problems. Check that equipment performs to manufacturer's specification. Carry out calibration, quality control, safety, commissioning and acceptance testing. Carry out electrical and functional safety checks. Carry out commissioning and decommissioning of medical devices Undertaking loan medical device acceptance testing Remove unsafe/uneconomic equipment from service and prepare it for safe disposal Liaise with clinical staff to adjust planned maintenance schedules in response to short-term clinical needs. Maintain auditable maintenance and technical records on department's asset management system to comply with departments ISO9001 accreditation. Take responsibility for all tools and equipment within the Potholder's care. Ensure workshop facilities are kept clear and well ordered and that all equipment is maintained to acceptable standards. Liaise with manufacturers to obtain information pertaining to equipment faults / spare parts Keep accurate records of all work performed and update all appropriate records. Inform the Deputy Head of Medical Engineering and other EME staff of the condition and performance of the equipment within the Potholder's care. Participate in meetings with the Head of Medical Engineering and the wider EME team Ensure customers receive a high quality, prompt and efficient service and are kept up to date on the progress of their outstanding work. Be familiar with and follow incident reporting procedure. Prioritise and manage own work load Keep abreast of technical developments. Enrol in appropriate Continuing Professional Development program. Attend suitable seminars and courses as part of personal development and to further the work of the Department. Attend Manufacturers training courses as required Ensure all activities are carried out within the departmental QMS framework and meet regulatory requirements. Ensure all activities are carried out within HPL policies, i.e. Control of Infection, Standing Financial Instructions, etc. Carry out all duties in accordance with the requirements of the Health and Safety at Work Act, relevant Statutory Regulations, Approved Codes of Conduct and Local Rules. When working in other departments, the Post holder will liaise with local heads of department, medical consultants, superintendents, nursing sisters or their representatives as appropriate, adhering to local policies and practices. The Post holder will behave courteously and professionally at all times and seek to ensure that the highest level of service is provided by EME Services. Perform other appropriate duties, which may be required from time to time by the Head of Medical Engineering

Identify and escalate perceived risks to the Head of Medical Engineering where appropriate

The post holder will be expected to be working in less than desirable working conditions i.e.: dirty and soiled equipment.

The post holder must be able to move and carry equipment in excess of 20Kg

Travel to other sites covered by the department is expected as part of the role. The ability to drive is expected as part of this role.