About this role
Job summary The Clinical Engineer is responsible for carrying out preventative maintenance, servicing, repair, calibration, and safety testing of a wide range of medical devices to ensure their safe and effective use in patient care. The role requires sound technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and biomedical engineering principles, alongside the ability to diagnose faults, manage equipment performance, and maintain accurate records within a regulated quality framework. The post holder works both independently and collaboratively with clinical users and suppliers, contributing to risk management, equipment lifecycle support, and service delivery, making this a specialist technical role requiring strong practical skills, safety awareness, and a developing depth of engineering expertise in a healthcare environment.
Main duties of the job The Clinical Engineer is responsible for carrying out preventative maintenance, servicing, repair, calibration, and safety testing of a wide range of medical devices to ensure their safe and effective use in patient care. The role requires sound technical knowledge across electrical, mechanical, and biomedical engineering principles, alongside the ability to diagnose faults, manage equipment performance, and maintain accurate records within a regulated quality framework. The post holder works both independently and collaboratively with clinical users and suppliers, contributing to risk management, equipment lifecycle support, and service delivery, making this a specialist technical role requiring strong practical skills, safety awareness, and a developing depth of engineering expertise in a healthcare environment.
About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
At KRFT we are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements. Applicants are encouraged to discuss any flexibility they may need during the recruitment process.
Job description Job responsibilities
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Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Essential Qualifications
Knowledge Essential
Essential Knowledge
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.
Employer details Employer name Kingston and Richmond NHS Foundation Trust
Address Kingston and Richmond Foundation Trust
Galsworthy Road
Kingston
KT2 7QB
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.kingstonandrichmond.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)