Apprentice Clinical Engineering Technician

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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, 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.

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

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
During the training programme you will be supported to develop a range of practical and problem solving skills enabling you to undertake maintenance and repair work on a wide range of Medical Equipment. This will include acceptance testing of new equipment, routine servicing and breakdown maintenance.
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.