Job requirements
Essential
8 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Previous expierence
Has significant experience of fault finding / diagnosis within an electronic / mechanical / clinical engineering field
- Previous expierence
Information Technology experience
- Previous expierence
Proficient experience of using diagnostic equipment to fault find within a medical device and equipment capacity
- Previous expierence
Previous experience of using a variety of complex tools and equipment to carry out technical / engineering repairs
- Previous expierence
Knowledge and experience of the use and operation of a quality management system such as ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 13485:2012
- Education and Qualifications
HND in electronic/mechanical/clinical engineering or equivalent, OR knowledge demonstrated at equivalent standard gained through relevant experience/training
- Education and Qualifications
To have attended and passed accredited technical training courses related to specialist medical devices and equipment
- Education and Qualifications
Has previous working experience and good knowledge of a variety of medical devices and medical equipment
Desirable
4 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Previous expierence
Significant experience of servicing, repairing and calibration of medical equipment
- Previous expierence
Previous experience of diagnosing and repairing medical devices in a supervisory / management capacity
- Education and Qualifications
BEng in electronics or Degree equivalent
- Education and Qualifications
Certificate in the Principles of the Prevention and Control of Infection in Health Care Settings
Job overview
The 2x Medical Devices Technician roles advertised are responsible for supporting the coordination, deployment, and distribution of electronic Patient Care Record (ePCR) systems and associated medical devices across the organisation. The role contributes to the effective recording, tracking, maintenance, and governance of medical devices, ensuring data accuracy, compliance with regulatory and organisational requirements, and the efficient delivery of services.
There are two posts available, one will be based in Devon and the other will be based in Somerset, Dorset or Wiltshire based on who the successful candidate is. The role requires a lot of travelling Trust-wide, so this is an indication of base station only.
Main duties of the job
Responsible for conducting the servicing, repairs and maintenance of the Trusts medical devices and medical equipment in order to ensure the safety of patients, staff and to support assurance of correct diagnosis and treatment of patients.
To organise and contribute to the planned preventative maintenance (PPM), servicing and repairs of a wide spectrum of diagnostic and therapeutic medical devices to ensure all equipment operates effectively and safely with minimum downtime.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information about this role please see the attached job description and person specification.
Alternative formats of our vacancies are available upon request to [email protected] . Accessibility statement available upon request.
This role does not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under current Home Office regulations. You must have the existing right to work in the UK to be considered for this position.
For further information on visa sponsorship and eligibility, please refer to the UK Government guidance on Skilled Worker visas: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
PLEASE NOTE: Internal candidates are asked to seek approval from their current SWASFT line manager prior to applying for this secondment opportunity.
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This advert is for Medical Device Technician with South Western Ambulance Service NHS Foundation Trust in Exeter, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Technician (discipline unspecified) role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum. The contract type is Fixed term: 6 months (6-month FTC or secondment). The application deadline is 13 Nov 2026.
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