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A minimum of 27 working days of annual leave per annum + bank holidays.
Job summaryDo you want to be part of the future of Healthcare in the NHS?
Whether you have already started on this career path, or enjoy a practical, problem solving hobby and want to develop further, we have training and job opportunities for you.
We offer a dynamic environment and the space to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow both personally and professionally.
The Clinical Engineering department is looking to recruit self-motivated Apprentice Clinical Engineering Technicians to join the busy and enthusiastic Clinical Engineering team in maintaining and repairing specialist equipment used to diagnose, treat and support patient care. On the job and relevant academic training will be provided and study time allowed to support completion of relevant qualifications.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity in using a range of engineering tools and test equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to working in both a clinical and workshop environment. Experience in fault-finding techniques of electrical and electronic equipment is desirable and an ability to work with IT systems would also be an advantage.
The apprenticeship is fixed term for 4 years (depending on if you have completed the first year of the course or not), but there will be a permanent position following successful completion of this course.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
Band 3 or Band 4 Trainee Clinical Engineer to undertake a training program:
Depending on your current qualifications and experience Annex 21 may be used:
Band 3:
If you don't have the working experience or the qualification but you would like to receive full training with the potential of progressing to become a Qualified Clinical Engineer. Training will provided in-house and by Medical equipment suppliers training courses.
Band 4:
You may be part way through a recognised college course or qualified with a suitable level 3 qualification already. Possibilities exist to continue your academic progress through day or block release at a local college to a level 4 Engineering qualification.
In return for your working and learning in our trust you will benefit from:
- A minimum of 27 working days of annual leave per annum + bank holidays
- A leading pension scheme
- Discounts in a multitude of national and local outlets
- Working in the heart of the vibrant city of Bristol
If you envisage yourself starting a life career in an outstanding NHS Trust, apply today or contact us for more information.
This job advert will close as soon as a sufficient amount of applications have been received.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Five GCSE's at grade C or above in science based subjects, to include Maths and English or equivalent - Band 3
- ONC / C&G3 Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent - Band 4
- Evidence of continuing professional development - Band 4
- Equivalent education in engineering subjects to the necessary qualifications above - Band 3
- Technician level Engineer or equivalent - Band 4
- Registration as a Clinical Technologist - Band 4
- Apprenticeship in maintenance engineering - Band 4
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology - Band 3 & Band 4
- Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 4
- Interest in computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 3
- Experience of working in a service environment - Band 3 & Band 4
- Knowledge of relevant legislation's and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety. - Band 3 & Band 4
- Experience in using service database, call-logging - Band 4
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team - Band 3/4
- Able to work under pressure and meet reasonable deadlines - Band 3/4
- Ability to deal with constantly changing work load and situations - Band 3/4
- Ability to communicate effectively - Band 3/4
- Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment - Band 3/4
- Ability to understand of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure - Band 3/4
- Full Driving Licence - Band 4
- Able to use Microsoft Office/Works, to set up documents and spreadsheets - Band 3/4
- Physical accuracy and good hand and eye coordination for small parts working - Band 3/4
- Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations - Band 3/4
- Ability to manage time effectively - Band 4
- Full driving licence - Band 3
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Five GCSE's at grade C or above in science based subjects, to include Maths and English or equivalent - Band 3
- ONC / C&G3 Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent - Band 4
- Evidence of continuing professional development - Band 4
- Equivalent education in engineering subjects to the necessary qualifications above - Band 3
- Technician level Engineer or equivalent - Band 4
- Registration as a Clinical Technologist - Band 4
- Apprenticeship in maintenance engineering - Band 4
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology - Band 3 & Band 4
- Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 4
- Interest in computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 3
- Experience of working in a service environment - Band 3 & Band 4
- Knowledge of relevant legislation's and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety. - Band 3 & Band 4
- Experience in using service database, call-logging - Band 4
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team - Band 3/4
- Able to work under pressure and meet reasonable deadlines - Band 3/4
- Ability to deal with constantly changing work load and situations - Band 3/4
- Ability to communicate effectively - Band 3/4
- Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment - Band 3/4
- Ability to understand of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure - Band 3/4
- Full Driving Licence - Band 4
- Able to use Microsoft Office/Works, to set up documents and spreadsheets - Band 3/4
- Physical accuracy and good hand and eye coordination for small parts working - Band 3/4
- Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations - Band 3/4
- Ability to manage time effectively - Band 4
- Full driving licence - Band 3
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
Job summary
Do you want to be part of the future of Healthcare in the NHS?
Whether you have already started on this career path, or enjoy a practical, problem solving hobby and want to develop further, we have training and job opportunities for you.
We offer a dynamic environment and the space to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow both personally and professionally.
The Clinical Engineering department is looking to recruit self-motivated Apprentice Clinical Engineering Technicians to join the busy and enthusiastic Clinical Engineering team in maintaining and repairing specialist equipment used to diagnose, treat and support patient care. On the job and relevant academic training will be provided and study time allowed to support completion of relevant qualifications.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity in using a range of engineering tools and test equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to working in both a clinical and workshop environment. Experience in fault-finding techniques of electrical and electronic equipment is desirable and an ability to work with IT systems would also be an advantage.
The apprenticeship is fixed term for 4 years (depending on if you have completed the first year of the course or not), but there will be a permanent position following successful completion of this course.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
Band 3 or Band 4 Trainee Clinical Engineer to undertake a training program:
Depending on your current qualifications and experience Annex 21 may be used:
Band 3:
If you don't have the working experience or the qualification but you would like to receive full training with the potential of progressing to become a Qualified Clinical Engineer. Training will provided in-house and by Medical equipment suppliers training courses.
Band 4:
You may be part way through a recognised college course or qualified with a suitable level 3 qualification already. Possibilities exist to continue your academic progress through day or block release at a local college to a level 4 Engineering qualification.
In return for your working and learning in our trust you will benefit from:
If you envisage yourself starting a life career in an outstanding NHS Trust, apply today or contact us for more information.
This job advert will close as soon as a sufficient amount of applications have been received.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Essential
Essential
Qualifications and Training
Essential
Essential
Essential
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
Do you want to be part of the future of Healthcare in the NHS?
Whether you have already started on this career path, or enjoy a practical, problem solving hobby and want to develop further, we have training and job opportunities for you.
We offer a dynamic environment and the space to go beyond your comfort zone in order to grow both personally and professionally.
The Clinical Engineering department is looking to recruit self-motivated Apprentice Clinical Engineering Technicians to join the busy and enthusiastic Clinical Engineering team in maintaining and repairing specialist equipment used to diagnose, treat and support patient care. On the job and relevant academic training will be provided and study time allowed to support completion of relevant qualifications.
You must be able to demonstrate a high level of manual dexterity in using a range of engineering tools and test equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate a flexible and adaptable approach to working in both a clinical and workshop environment. Experience in fault-finding techniques of electrical and electronic equipment is desirable and an ability to work with IT systems would also be an advantage.
The apprenticeship is fixed term for 4 years (depending on if you have completed the first year of the course or not), but there will be a permanent position following successful completion of this course.
Previous applicants need not apply
Main duties of the job
Band 3 or Band 4 Trainee Clinical Engineer to undertake a training program:
Depending on your current qualifications and experience Annex 21 may be used:
Band 3:
If you don't have the working experience or the qualification but you would like to receive full training with the potential of progressing to become a Qualified Clinical Engineer. Training will provided in-house and by Medical equipment suppliers training courses.
Band 4:
You may be part way through a recognised college course or qualified with a suitable level 3 qualification already. Possibilities exist to continue your academic progress through day or block release at a local college to a level 4 Engineering qualification.
In return for your working and learning in our trust you will benefit from:
- A minimum of 27 working days of annual leave per annum + bank holidays
- A leading pension scheme
- Discounts in a multitude of national and local outlets
- Working in the heart of the vibrant city of Bristol
If you envisage yourself starting a life career in an outstanding NHS Trust, apply today or contact us for more information.
This job advert will close as soon as a sufficient amount of applications have been received.
About us
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as 'Good' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone's throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. As an equal opportunities employer actively working towards a diverse workforce we aim to recruit and retain a workforce which represents the rich diversity of the local population at all levels and are committed to designing our services around the needs of individual patients and those around them. Anonymous information will be used from your application in order to ensure we're meeting our pledge.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description and main responsibilities, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
Person Specification
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Five GCSE's at grade C or above in science based subjects, to include Maths and English or equivalent - Band 3
- ONC / C&G3 Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent - Band 4
- Evidence of continuing professional development - Band 4
- Equivalent education in engineering subjects to the necessary qualifications above - Band 3
- Technician level Engineer or equivalent - Band 4
- Registration as a Clinical Technologist - Band 4
- Apprenticeship in maintenance engineering - Band 4
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology - Band 3 & Band 4
- Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 4
- Interest in computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 3
- Experience of working in a service environment - Band 3 & Band 4
- Knowledge of relevant legislation's and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety. - Band 3 & Band 4
- Experience in using service database, call-logging - Band 4
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team - Band 3/4
- Able to work under pressure and meet reasonable deadlines - Band 3/4
- Ability to deal with constantly changing work load and situations - Band 3/4
- Ability to communicate effectively - Band 3/4
- Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment - Band 3/4
- Ability to understand of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure - Band 3/4
- Full Driving Licence - Band 4
- Able to use Microsoft Office/Works, to set up documents and spreadsheets - Band 3/4
- Physical accuracy and good hand and eye coordination for small parts working - Band 3/4
- Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations - Band 3/4
- Ability to manage time effectively - Band 4
- Full driving licence - Band 3
Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Five GCSE's at grade C or above in science based subjects, to include Maths and English or equivalent - Band 3
- ONC / C&G3 Electrical or Electronic Engineering or equivalent - Band 4
- Evidence of continuing professional development - Band 4
- Equivalent education in engineering subjects to the necessary qualifications above - Band 3
- Technician level Engineer or equivalent - Band 4
- Registration as a Clinical Technologist - Band 4
- Apprenticeship in maintenance engineering - Band 4
Essential
- Interest in Electronics and Technology - Band 3 & Band 4
- Interest in Computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 4
- Interest in computer systems, Microsoft applications - Band 3
- Experience of working in a service environment - Band 3 & Band 4
- Knowledge of relevant legislation's and national standard e.g. ISO 13485, Health & Safety. - Band 3 & Band 4
- Experience in using service database, call-logging - Band 4
Essential
- Able to work as part of a team - Band 3/4
- Able to work under pressure and meet reasonable deadlines - Band 3/4
- Ability to deal with constantly changing work load and situations - Band 3/4
- Ability to communicate effectively - Band 3/4
- Use of fine tools for equipment fabrication / assembly /adjustment - Band 3/4
- Ability to understand of patient and staff risks arising from equipment failure - Band 3/4
- Full Driving Licence - Band 4
- Able to use Microsoft Office/Works, to set up documents and spreadsheets - Band 3/4
- Physical accuracy and good hand and eye coordination for small parts working - Band 3/4
- Ability to manoeuvre medium/heavy weight in varying locations - Band 3/4
- Ability to manage time effectively - Band 4
- Full driving licence - Band 3
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Additional information
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the .
From 6 April 2, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. .
Employer details
Employer name
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW)
Address
Bristol Royal Infirmary
Bristol
BS2 8HW
Employer's website
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