196574 (MG) Clinical Technologist Physical Services Band 5

NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay.  This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff.  This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours.  However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period for which you would be paid until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week.  If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Recruiting Board.

Department of Medical Physics, Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh

Clinical Technologist

Permanent, Full Time (37 hrs/wk): 1 Post.

Salary Scale: Band 5

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Clinical Technologist within the Medical Equipment Management Team, at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, to support the delivery of a medical equipment management service.

The postholder will help provide medical equipment management services to a range of NHS and other customers, supporting the clinical use of a range of highly specialist medical equipment in areas including critical care units, theatres, general wards, and community sites. This includes faultfinding, repairing breakdowns, performing scheduled preventive maintenance, safety checks, assisting with the investigation of medical equipment related incidents and problem solving in the clinical environment.

You will be qualified to SCQF level 9 qualification in an electronics or medical engineering discipline, or equivalent training and experience, and experience of working within an electronic servicing role.

We are looking for applicants who are self-motivated and able to work effectively within a team to ensure the day-to-day running of the service. Good interpersonal skills are essential, as is a flexible and methodical approach to the required tasks. This post may involve travelling and working at various hospitals and clinics in Lothian.

The Medical Equipment Management service has a track record of developing staff to enhance career opportunities. With a clear focus on quality and patient services, you will join an enthusiastic multidisciplinary team providing an equipment management service for a wide range of medical equipment. You will work across many clinical specialities, supporting the delivery of world class healthcare at four acute hospital sites and within the local healthcare community.

NHS Lothian serves a population of over 850,000 in a region covering 700 square

miles, comprising the City of Edinburgh, Midlothian, East Lothian and West Lothian. It is an

area of exceptional beauty and contrast, from the splendour of Edinburgh to the beauty and

variety of the hills, countryside and coastline. The nearest major town outside Edinburgh is

Livingston, a thriving location in the heart of West Lothian.

Please Note: Decisions to shortlist candidates for interview are made ONLY on the contents of your application form.  Please ensure that you read the job description and person specification carefully, complete all applicable sections of the application and that your Statement in support clearly demonstrates how you meet the requirements of the post.

A Curriculum Vitae, or copies of certificates will NOT be accepted as part of the application process.

NHS Lothian has returned to face-to-face interviews and shortlisted candidates must be prepared to travel for interview.  

Informal enquiries and visits to the Medical Physics Department are welcomed by Neil Watt, Team Leader neil.watt@nhs.scot or Stephen Roberts, East Sector Manager: Tel. email stephen.roberts@nhs.scot

Please note: we anticipate a high level of interest in this position and may close the vacancy early once a sufficient amount of applications are received. Therefore, please make sure you complete and submit your application at an early stage.

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