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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