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Senior Medical Equipment Technician

Reporting To: Medical Electronics Manager / Team Leader
Grade: Technical
Role Duration: Permanent 37.5 hours per week
Purpose of the role (What is the value added by this role, the overall aim, the reason that this role is required)

To provide prompt, high quality and professional engineering support to a broad range of medical equipment. Including Acceptance Testing, Repairs and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM).

Key skills required include repairing and maintaining medical equipment, an in depth understanding of patient safety and the ability to work accurately and safely under pressure.

Key Accountabilities What are the main responsibilities of the role, against which performance is measured)
  • To ensure equipment is maintained correctly, ensuring patient safety
  • To ensure equipment is repaired correctly, on time, first time
  • Carry out repairs and planned preventative maintenance on equipment as required, in accordance with local policies and OEM recommendations
  • Carry out Acceptance Testing of new equipment and loan equipment
  • Safety test equipment
  • Condemn and de-commission equipment
  • Prioritise multiple demands, as required
  • Ensure contractual Key Performance Indicators are met
  • Liaise with and assist OEMs
  • Keep full and accurate records of all work carried out, in accordance with Asteral procedures
  • Maintain essential stock records
  • Develop service checklists and work instructions
  • Responsible for informing of any health and safety concerns you identify and for completing an adverse event form for any accidents, incidents or near-misses that happen to you or that you are aware of to reduce injuries or loss
  • Confidentiality of all matters that may be learnt in the course of employment, meeting the requirements under the Data Protection Act
  • Any other relevant duty that assists in the smooth operation of the Medical Electronics Department
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of medical device technology
  • Attend appropriate user, technical and other training courses, meetings and/or conferences
  • Seek to gain knowledge/experience in related Biomedical Engineering fields to expand company opportunities and for personal development
  • Provide guidance and supervision to the technical work of other Asteral engineers as appropriate
  • Provide support to clinical users in operation and set up of equipment as required
  • Participate in the training of Clinical staff as necessary and demonstrate the correct, safe and accurate use of medical equipment
  • Participate in the operation of the computerised inventory and work recording system (Optim)
  • Delivery and collection of medical equipment to clinical areas
  • Equipment decontamination in accordance with Trust Infection Control Policy
  • Assist in monitoring the quality of the service provided
  • Assist in the training and induction of new staff
Performance Indicators (What criteria will be used to assess performance)
  • Completion of all technical work to the highest standards of workmanship, quality and safety
  • Repair of faults and resolution of technical problems within timescales required
  • All work will be routinely audited, including technical work, as part of a Quality System
  • Ability to work with NHS, OEM and Asteral staff
  • Completion of maintenance to plan
  • Timeliness and accuracy of reporting data into OPTIM
  • Achievement of agreed personal and team objectives
  • External & Internal feedback
  • Accurate and timely communication with Senior Engineer & Medical Electronics Manager
Capability Profile (What capabilities will be required to perform the role)
  • Excellent technical skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A reasonable level of fitness and mobility
  • Record details accurately

  • Qualifications

    Essential | Desirable

  • HNC/D Electronics or equivalent

  • Degree (Hons) in Electronics or equivalent

  • Membership of VRCT

  • Incorporated Engineer

  • Skills

    Essential | Desirable

  • Customer, Safety and quality focus

  • Interpersonal and presentable

  • Good oral and written communication

  • Attention to detail and ability to drill down to important issues

  • Advanced electronic skills including test & measurement

  • Broad range of basic engineering skills

  • Mechanical workshop skills

  • Able to fault find under pressure, with minimal supervision, whilst minimising risk to patients, the Trust or company

  • Computer skills, Microsoft Office and Equipment Database

  • An understanding of Risk Management generally, and the impact on medical device support

  • Helpful, positive attitude to clinical users and ability to understand their concerns

  • Fundamental management skills, concise communication, and the ability to liaise effectively with scientific and medical colleagues

  • A keen interest in efficiency and innovative techniques to develop more effective working practices

  • Working alone and as part of a dynamic team

  • Experience

    Essential | Desirable

  • Experienced in the repair, calibration and use of general medical equipment (minimum 7 years)

  • Specialised Medical Engineering experience in the Operating theatre environment and equipment commonly associated with this area

  • Experienced in the repair, calibration and use of x-ray and imaging equipment

  • At least 5 years experience in healthcare environment

  • Good working knowledge of appropriate national regulatory standards

  • Has attended a range of OEM or other appropriate device specific training works and is in possession of relevant certificates

  • Languages

    Essential | Desirable

  • English

Mobility Requirements

  • Job Location: Peterborough - Acute Hospital, MHU, CCC & Stamford Hospital
  • National travel: Occasional (may need to provide support at other Asteral sites, eg. to cover sickness or annual leave)
  • International travel: Rarely (may need to travel to attend technical training courses)

If you want a new challenge and opportunity to develop your career in an exciting and vibrant company, please send your C.V. to:

Angela Larkcom, Asteral Ltd, Brook Henderson House,
37-43 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1PZ.

e-mail angela.larkcom@asteral.com
or upload your CV online
Asteral is an equal opportunities employer

Equipment Library Co-ordinator

Reporting To: Equipment Library Manager / Medical Electronics Manager
Grade: Technical
Role Duration: Permanent 37.5 hours per week, flexible shift pattern to cover 07:00 to 20:00 Equipment Library opening hours
Purpose of the role (What is the value added by this role, the overall aim, the reason that this role is required)
  • Provide efficient and effective co-ordinator of items in the Equipment Library, which is based at the Peterborough Acute Hospital, but will also provide the library service to the MHU, CCC & Stamford Hospital
  • Ensure items in the library are ready and fit for use
  • Ensure requests are completed within agreed time frames
  • Ensure collections are completed when items are no longer required, within agreed time frames
Key Accountabilities (What are the main responsibilities of the role, against which performance is measured)
  • Ensure items in the library are ready and fit for use
  • Ensure requests are completed within agreed time frames
  • Ensure collections are completed when items are no longer required, within agreed time frames
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Responsible for informing of any health and safety concerns you identify and for completing an adverse event form for any accidents, incidents or near-misses that happen to you or that you are aware of to reduce injuries or loss
  • Confidentiality of all matters that they may learn in the course of their employment, meeting the requirements under the Data Protection Act
  • Any other relevant duty that assists in the smooth operation of the Equipment Library
Performance Indicators (What criteria will be used to assess performance)
  • Accurate and timely communication with Equipment Library Manager / Medical Electronics Manager
  • Delivery of medical equipment to requesting clinical area, within agreed time ensuring that all durables are complete
  • Collection of medical devices at allocated time or at request of manager, or minimally three times daily
  • Ensure that returned equipment is fit for purpose by carrying out inspection and functional check on return to the Equipment Library is escalate to designated technician
  • Maintain a basic knowledge of equipment function
  • Advise the Equipment Library Manager / Medical Electronics Manager of any equipment issues that occur e.g. prescribing, advice on usage, maintenance, transportation or decontamination
  • Respond to telephone requests for equipment
  • Update voicemail message daily and check hourly for advice, requests for delivery / collection of equipment and action as necessary
  • Record all requests for loans on form and enter details onto equipment database. Ensure all requests, including those unable to be honoured or requested out of hours are transcribed
  • Ensure equipment is decontaminated in accordance with Trust Infection Control Policy, prior to collection and return to Equipment Library
  • Assist in monitoring the quality of the service provided
  • Assist in the training and induction of new staff
  • Ensure that equipment returned or collected which is approaching planned maintenance date is isolated and removed from service
  • Ensure that all battery powered equipment is recharged whilst in the Equipment Library
Capability Profile (What capabilities will be required to perform the role)
  • Excellent communication skills
  • A reasonable level of fitness and mobility
  • Record details accurately

  • Qualifications

    Essential | Desirable

  • English O Level / GCSE

  • Maths O Level / GCSE

  • Skills

    Essential | Desirable

  • Good communication skills, verbal & written

  • Literate & numerate

  • Able to prioritise

  • Computer literate, especially MS Office, Outlook, Word

  • Working as part of team

  • Experience

    Essential | Desirable

  • Follow processes and procedures

  • Use of equipment database

  • Working in an equipment library

  • Working within NHS environment

  • Languages

    Essential | Desirable

  • English

Mobility Requirements

  • Job Location: Peterborough - Acute Hospital, MHU, CCC & Stamford Hospital
  • National travel: Rarely (may need to visit head office)
  • International travel: None

If you want a new challenge and opportunity to develop your career in an exciting and vibrant company, please send your C.V. to:

Angela Larkcom, Asteral Ltd, Brook Henderson House,
37-43 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1PZ.

e-mail angela.larkcom@asteral.com
or upload your CV online
Asteral is an equal opportunities employer

Junior Medical Equipment Technician

Reporting To: Medical Electronics Team Leader
Grade: Technical
Role Duration: Permanent 37.5 hours per week
Purpose of the role (What is the value added by this role, the overall aim, the reason that this role is required)

To provide prompt, high quality and professional engineering support to a broad range of medical equipment. Including Acceptance Testing, Repairs and Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM), under the supervision of a qualified technician.

Key skills required include ability to learn, on the job, under the supervision of a qualified technician, whilst assisting in the repair and maintenance of medical equipment, gaining an in depth understanding of patient safety and the ability to work accurately and safely under pressure.

Key Accountabilities What are the main responsibilities of the role, against which performance is measured)
  • Operate under the supervision of a qualified technician, keeping them up to date of work undertaken and recording training and experience
  • To ensure equipment is maintained correctly, ensuring patient safety
  • To ensure equipment is repaired correctly, on time, first time
  • Carry out repairs and planned preventative maintenance on equipment as required, in accordance with local policies and OEM recommendations
  • Carry out Acceptance Testing of new equipment and loan equipment
  • Safety test equipment
  • Condemn and de-commission equipment
  • Prioritise multiple demands, as required
  • Ensure contractual Key Performance Indicators are met
  • Liaise with and assist OEMs
  • Keep full and accurate records of all work carried out, in accordance with Asteral procedures
  • Maintain essential stock records
  • Responsible for informing of any health and safety concerns you identify and for completing an adverse event form for any accidents, incidents or near-misses that happen to you or that you are aware of to reduce injuries or loss
  • Confidentiality of all matters that may be learnt in the course of employment, meeting the requirements under the Data Protection Act
  • Any other relevant duty that assists in the smooth operation of the Medical Electronics Department
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of medical device technology
  • Attend appropriate user, technical and other training courses, meetings and/or conferences
  • Seek to gain knowledge/experience in related Biomedical Engineering fields to expand company opportunities and for personal development
  • Participate in the operation of the computerised inventory and work recording system (Optim)
  • Delivery and collection of medical equipment to clinical areas
  • Equipment decontamination in accordance with Trust Infection Control Policy
  • Assist in monitoring the quality of the service provided
Performance Indicators (What criteria will be used to assess performance)
  • Completion of all technical work to the highest standards of workmanship, quality and safety, but with sign off by a qualified technician
  • Completion of tasks within timescales required
  • All work will be routinely audited, including technical work, as part of a Quality System
  • Ability to work with NHS, OEM and Asteral staff
  • Completion of maintenance to plan
  • Timeliness and accuracy of reporting data into OPTIM
  • Achievement of agreed personal and team objectives
  • External & Internal feedback
  • Accurate and timely communication with Management
  • Attendance and completion of college courses
Capability Profile (What capabilities will be required to perform the role)
  • Potential to learn
  • Technical skills
  • Good communication skills
  • A reasonable level of fitness and mobility
  • Record details accurately

  • Qualifications

    Essential | Desirable

  • ONC/D Electronics or equivalent

  • Basic Education, English & Maths

  • Membership of VRCT

  • Skills

    Essential | Desirable

  • Customer, Safety and quality focus

  • Willingness to learn

  • Interpersonal and presentable

  • Good oral and written communication

  • Attention to detail and ability to drill down to important issues

  • Basic electronic skills including test & measurement

  • Range of basic engineering skills

  • Mechanical workshop skills

  • Computer skills, Microsoft Office and Equipment Database

  • Helpful, positive attitude to clinical users and ability to understand their concerns

  • Working as part of a dynamic team

  • Experience

    Essential | Desirable

  • Experience in healthcare environment

  • Languages

    Essential | Desirable

  • English

Mobility Requirements

  • Job Location: Peterborough - Acute Hospital, MHU, CCC & Stamford Hospital
  • National travel: Occasional (may need to provide support at other Asteral sites, eg. to cover sickness or annual leave)
  • International travel: Rarely (may need to travel to attend technical training courses)

If you want a new challenge and opportunity to develop your career in an exciting and vibrant company, please send your C.V. to:

Angela Larkcom, Asteral Ltd, Brook Henderson House,
37-43 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1PZ.

e-mail angela.larkcom@asteral.com
or upload your CV online
Asteral is an equal opportunities employer

Field and site based Ultrasound Engineers

Reporting To: Radiology Service Delivery and Development Manager
Grade: Engineer
Role Duration: Permanent 37.5 hours per week
Purpose of the role (What is the value added by this role, the overall aim, the reason that this role is required)

To provide prompt, high quality and professional ultrasound engineering service, to approximately 105 ultrasound units as part of the Managed Equipment Services at the following locations, University Hospitals Leicester, Whittington (North London), Whipps Cross (East London), Peterborough and Stamford Hospitals, and others sites, as required.

Key Accountabilities What are the main responsibilities of the role, against which performance is measured)
  • To ensure equipment is maintained correctly, ensuring patient safety
  • To ensure equipment is repaired correctly, on time, first time
  • Prioritise multiple demands, as required
  • Arrange planned maintenance schedules
  • Completion of planned maintenance
  • Supporting customers needs
  • Ensure contractual Key Performance Indicators are met
  • General duties to ensure MES schemes are operationally delivered
  • Liaise with and assist OEMs
  • Assess loan devices, from an engineering prospective
  • Safety test loan equipment
  • Maintain accurate records
  • Maintain essential stock
  • Develop service checklists and work instructions
  • Acceptance test equipment
  • Make decisions in critical areas such that patient safety is safeguarded and the company reputation is maintained or enhanced
  • Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of developments in the field of medical device technology through participation in a recognised scheme of CPD
  • Assist Radiology Service Delivery and Development Manager in development of US service business
Resources / Decision Making Authority (What resources will the role holder have at their disposal, e.g. size of budget, number of staff reporting)
  • Minimum junior engineer supervision responsibilities
  • No budget/sign off responsibilities
Performance Indicators (What criteria will be used to assess performance)
  • Ability to work with NHS and Asteral staff
  • Resolution of fault and technical problems
  • Timeliness and accuracy of planned maintenance
  • Timeliness and accuracy of reporting data into OPTIM
  • Ability to work with OEMs
  • Achievement of agreed personal and team objectives
  • External & Internal feedback
Capability Profile (What capabilities will be required to perform the role)

  • Qualifications

    Essential | Desirable

  • HNC/D Electronics or equivalent

  • Degree (Hons) in Electronics or equivalent

  • Must be Registered Clinical Technologist or eligible for registration

  • Skills

    Essential | Desirable

  • Customer and quality focus

  • Interpersonal

  • Good oral and written communication

  • Computer skills, Microsoft Office and Equipment Database

  • An understanding of Risk Management generally, and the impact on medical device support

  • Fundamental management skills, concise communication, and the ability to liaise effectively with scientific and medical colleagues

  • Broad range of basic engineering skills

  • Mechanical workshop skills

  • Able to problem solve under pressure, without minimal supervision, whilst minimising risk to patients, the Trust or company

  • A keen interest in efficiency and innovative techniques to develop more effective working practices

  • Working alone and as part of a dynamic team

  • Experience

    Essential | Desirable

  • Experienced in the repair, calibration of ultrasound equipment

  • Experienced in the repair, calibration and use of electromedical, x-ray and imaging equipment

  • At least 4 years experience in healthcare environment

  • Familiarity with appropriate national and local regulatory standards

  • Has worked in clinical areas and involving patient communication

  • Has attended a range of OEM or other appropriate device specific training works and is in procession of relevant certificates

  • Languages

    Essential | Desirable

  • English

Mobility Requirements

  • Job Location: Field and site based
  • National travel : Yes (between the sites)
  • International travel: Possible - Training Courses

If you want a new challenge and opportunity to develop your career in an exciting and vibrant company, please send your C.V. to:

Angela Larkcom, Asteral Ltd, Brook Henderson House,
37-43 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1PZ.

e-mail angela.larkcom@asteral.com
or upload your CV online
Asteral is an equal opportunities employer

Graduate Scheme

Asteral is the leading vendor-independent provider of Managed Equipment Services to the NHS. We operate several long-term contracts providing complete equipment management to major NHS hospitals. We are a dynamic company bringing innovation to the many problems faced by the NHS. We pride ourselves on the high quality of our services and have a growing base of very happy customers.

Asteral future success depends on the calibre of our staff and by introducing a graduate scheme in 2010 we hope to ensure our continued success. Our aim is to attract the very best graduates with a history of high academic achievement. In return Asteral will provide a dynamic and supportive work environment whilst offering a challenge which will enable you to develop your career.

We are now recruiting high quality graduates with the following attributes:

  • Excellent academic achievement including a 1st or 2.1degree
  • Good communication skills
  • Enthusiasm and ambition
  • Creative flair
  • Able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
  • Good time management and organisation skills
  • Commercial awareness

If you think you have what it takes to add value to our already highly successful team and would like to know more about the opportunities, please send your C.V. to:

Angela Larkcom - HR and Recruitment Manager, Asteral Ltd, Brook Henderson House,
37-43 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1PZ.
Tel: 0118 900 8093

or e-mail angela.larkcom@asteral.com
or upload your CV online
Asteral is an equal opportunities employer

Opportunities for Clinical Scientists & Technologists - Equipment Management and specialist modalities

Based: Various UK locations mainly South East, London, East / Midlands

37.5 hours / week.

Asteral is the leading vendor-independent provider of Managed Equipment Services to the NHS. We operate several long-term contracts providing complete equipment management to major NHS hospitals. We are a dynamic company bringing innovation to the many problems faced by the NHS. We pride ourselves on the high quality of our services and have a growing base of very happy customers. Approximately 50% of our staff are registered Healthcare professionals, mostly Clinical Scientists or Technologists. We believe in investing in all our staff.

Due to continued growth and development of our services, we are now recruiting for several positions in a variety of locations. These include positions at different grades and locations including:

  • Expert equipment managers
  • Experienced service engineers in radiology and theatres / general medical equipment
  • Clinical Scientists and Technologists with expertise in specialist areas such as Radiotherapy, Nuclear Medicine or MRI coupled with a keen desire to be involved in specification, selection and management of these modalities.

Asteral's standards are high. We have a highly skilled team motivated to provide excellence in service delivery. In return we offer a stimulating work environment, the opportunity to learn and develop skills, to apply scientific and technical expertise in a commercial setting, a competitive remuneration package and excellent career development prospects.

If you think you have what it takes to add value to us and would like to know more about the opportunities, please send your C.V. to:

Angela Larkcom, Asteral Ltd, Brook Henderson House,
37-43 Blagrave Street, Reading, RG1 1PZ.
Tel: 0118 900 8093
e-mail angela.larkcom@asteral.com
or upload your CV online
Asteral is an equal opportunities employer