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Clinical Engineering Apprentice (Data Scientist, Clinical Engineering)

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3 weeks ago
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Clinical Engineering Apprentice (Data Scientist, Clinical Engineering)

The successful candidate will be enrolled onto the Level 6 Apprenticeship Standard - Data scientist (integrated degree) and will undergo a 4-year Data Scientist Apprenticeship program of work-based learning combined with academic courses at either Keele University or University of Nottingham (provider to be finalised). The successful completion of which, will see the apprentice achieve a BSc (Hons)Data Science. Depending on the route of the successful candidate this may lead to a future progressive pathway within the CIS team, Clinical Engineering. Applicants should hold a minimum of an HNC/D in an Engineering subject. All successful candidates will be offered a position conditionally, subject to achieving the required grades alongside mandatory checks (e.g. Disclosure and Barring Service, references, and Occupational Health). It is also desirable that the apprentice is familiar and comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Because of how the apprenticeship levy is accessed for training apprentices, applicants already with a relevant IT degree will not be considered/shortlisted.

Main duties of the job

To observe, learn and assist, under supervision, in the full range of work in the Clinical Engineering Department. This work will include medical device safety for patients and staff, planned preventative/corrective maintenance, inventory management, medical device lifecycle management, acceptance and safety testing, medical device decommissioning, assistance in maintenance of records, equipment evaluation, development, and audit.

To progress towards acquiring the academic knowledge and practical skills necessary to complete medical device maintenance work, completing the Clinical Apprentice Logbook, feedback and reflective forms as required, to support CPD evidence and RCT registration.

To ensure that any cleaning, calibration, safety checks and maintenance of medical devices and test equipment is carried out as instructed and in strict compliance with agreed instructions, maintaining accurate records of work undertaken.

To follow department technical procedures and safety standards applicable to medical devices.

To conform to all departmental safe working practices, and departmental policies and procedures.

About us

The Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust is one of the largest NHS trusts in the West Midlands providing primary, acute and community services and we are incredibly proud of the diversity of both our staff and the communities we serve. We are building a workforce that can help us to fulfil our values, improve the quality of care for patients, and solve the health care problems of tomorrow. We're passionate about the value that diversity of thinking and lived experience brings in enabling us to become a learning organisation and leader in delivering compassionate care for our patients.

We are delighted that we have been rated as "Good" by CQC. We have achieved numerous awards; The Nursing Times Best Diversity and Inclusion Practice and Best UK Employer of the Year for Nursing Staff in 2020.

The Trust is a supportive working environment committed to creating flexible working arrangements that suit your needs and as such will consider all requests from applicants who wish to work flexibly.

Job responsibilities

We have created an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Clinical Engineering Apprentice to work as part of the Clinical Information Systems (CIS) team in the Clinical Engineering section of the Medical Physics & Clinical Engineering Department within the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust and Walsall Healthcare NHS Trust.

The recruitment process will involve a tabletop/practical assessment and interview.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

To be managerially and technically responsible to the Professional Technical Development Manager.

To be committed to making full use of the academic and practical opportunities the post offers, to gain the qualifications and skills needed to become a Clinical Technologist.

To observe, learn and assist, under supervision, in the full range of work of the Clinical Engineering Department, for the purpose of becoming competent in electronic and engineering activities. This work will include medical device safety for patients and staff, planned preventative/corrective maintenance, inventory management, medical device lifecycle management, acceptance and safety testing, medical device decommissioning, assistance in maintenance of records, equipment evaluation, development, and audit.

To progress towards acquiring the academic knowledge and practical skills necessary to complete medical device maintenance work with reducing supervision, completing the Clinical Apprentice Logbook, feedback and reflective forms as required, to support CPD evidence and RCT registration.

To ensure that any cleaning, calibration, safety checks and maintenance of medical devices and test equipment is carried out as instructed and in strict compliance with agreed instructions, maintaining accurate records of work undertaken.

To follow department technical procedures and safety standards applicable to medical devices and immediately report any matters which may affect staff or patient safety to a qualified Clinical Technologist.

Work-based learning will consist of spending time in all the 9 Clinical Engineering Sections at the Royal Wolverhampton NHS Trust (including West Park Hospital and Cannock Chase Hospital) and at Walsall Healthcare Trust, where they will gain experience and training, working alongside our experienced Clinical Technologists.

To participate, as appropriate to AFC banding/job role, in relevant training given by manufacturers and technical staff.

To understand the need to respond quickly and efficiently to all requests regarding medical devices, exercising own judgment in escalating to the appropriate clinical technologist.

To conform to all Medical Physics and Clinical Engineering (MPCE) safe working practices, and departmental policies and procedures. This includes working to the departmental Quality Management Systems (QMS).

To establish good working relationships with all technical, clinical and support staff that the apprentice will interact with.

This Job Description is a guide to the tasks involved with the post and is not exhaustive.

Person SpecificationQualifications

  • GCSE Maths and English Language Grade C/4 and above (or equivalent).
  • Level 3 qualification in a relevant Engineering subject, (i.e. BTEC Level 3 Diploma or Extended Diploma) or A levels in Maths and a Science subject.
  • Demonstrates a commitment to further learning and personal development.

Experience/Skills

  • Must demonstrate a willingness to develop new skills and acquire additional qualifications.
  • Must be motivated and able to organise personal study programme
  • Must have a high level of manual dexterity.
  • Must be able to follow and consistently apply safety instructions.
  • Must be computer literate.
  • Must be able to concentrate and pay attention to detail for prolonged periods.
  • Must be able to follow intricate instruction.
  • Must be able to keep accurate written and computer records.
  • Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative and organise own workload.
  • Understands all the potential hazards posed by undertaking the duties of the role.
  • Understands and works with the limits and scope of the job role.

Communication

  • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrate good verbal, non-verbal and written skills.
  • Deal with unpredictable situations.
  • Demonstrate an ability to use information technology systems.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Information Governance and confidentiality.

Flexibility With Working Arrangements

  • Must be able to travel to the various academic institutions, and work area placements.
  • Required to work flexibly to meet unpredictable demands on the service.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

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.

Professional Technical Development Manager


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