Assistant Technical Officer - Medical Engineering
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
TELFORD, TF1 6TFView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£25,760 to £27,476
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
30 September 2026
1 day leftJob description
We are looking to appoint an Assistant Technical Officer who will be responsible for the day-to-day support to the Medical Engineering Department func...
- The Assistant Technical Officer is responsible for the day to day support to the Medical Engineering Department function and staff; duties will include provision of the medical device library service, maintenance of a range of basic medical devices and will include the provision of electrical safety testing, routine service/calibration and minor device repair.
- The role also includes a range of administrative support duties including the management of stock and the commissioning of new devices and disposal of redundant equipment. Booking in of medical devices, theatre instrument processing, hoist work, Ward rounds, reupholstering of couch sections.
For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.
We believe that compassionate care sits at the heart of everything we do. Every member of our team -- clinical or non-clinical -- plays a vital role in ensuring that patients, families, and colleagues are treated with dignity, empathy, and respect at all times.
We expect all staff to demonstrate compassion not only through their words, but through their actions: by listening attentively, communicating clearly and kindly, and recognising individual needs, feelings, and circumstances of those in our care.
Effective communication is central to safe and high-quality healthcare. We value colleagues who take the time to understand others, explain information in a meaningful way, and respond to concerns with patience and understanding.
By joining our team, you are committing to uphold these values -- ensuring that every patient feels heard, respected, and valued, and that compassion is embedded in every interaction, every day.
Knowledge
Essential
- An appreciation of electrical, mechanical, pneumatic and electro mechanical applications.
- An understanding of the operation and calibration of diagnostic test equipment
- Knowledge of Health and Safety Legislation
- Knowledge of Audio Visual Equipment
Experience
Essential: - Experience in an electronic related discipline.
Desirable: - Experience of PAT testing
Qualifications
Essential: - A minimum NVQ3 or equivalent qualification / experience
Desirable: - ECDL or recognised IT competency qualification
How to apply
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Provenance
Source
NHS Jobs
First seen
17 September 2026
Last checked
21 September 2026
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