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Senior Renal Technician
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£37,638 to £44,780 a year Permanent Full-time E0207-21-7629 Unit 1, KCH Business Park, 129 Coldharbour Lane, London, SE5 9NY |
NHS Jobs Link:
E0207-21-7629 The closing date is 02 February 2021 |
Role Overview
In view of future expansion of home dialysis program at Kings College Hospital renal unit, Kings Facilities Management (KFM) is seeking to appoint an experienced renal technologist to join an established team responsible for the maintenance of medical equipment used within the hospital and five satellite units and an established community of patients dialysing at home across the south London and north Kent area.
You will be required to provide maintenance and fault finding on a variety of equipment, including dialysis machines, water purification equipment and a variety of other equipment including patient monitors and infusion devices.
This post will suit a Clinical Technologists with a Degree/HND/HNC in Electronic Engineering or a related subject and previous renal technology experience so membership of the RCT will be an advantage.
You will be required to provide maintenance and fault finding on a variety of equipment, including dialysis machines, water purification equipment and a variety of other equipment including patient monitors and infusion devices.
This post will suit a Clinical Technologists with a Degree/HND/HNC in Electronic Engineering or a related subject and previous renal technology experience so membership of the RCT will be an advantage.
Job Description
The job entails providing technical support for all departments operated by the KFM Renal Services, both in the hospital and home environment, under the directions of the Principal Renal Technologist.
Because of the multi-site nature of the renal department, technologist will be required to work from any of the dialysis units operated by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Because of the multi-site nature of the renal department, technologist will be required to work from any of the dialysis units operated by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Main Duties of the Job
The job entails providing technical support for all departments operated by the KFM Renal Services, both in the hospital and home environment, under the directions of the Principal Renal Technologist.
Because of the multi-site nature of the renal department, technologist will be required to work from any of the dialysis units operated by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Some of the responsibilities include:
Because of the multi-site nature of the renal department, technologist will be required to work from any of the dialysis units operated by Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Some of the responsibilities include:
- To carry out service, maintenance, repair and installation of all equipment operated by the Department, according to current approved schedules and procedures.
- Undertake fault-finding by the application of suitable techniques; using methods learnt from training courses, manufacturers literature and from other colleagues.
- Ascertain fault details from operators and where appropriate highlight deficiencies in operator training to your manager.
- Work within the guidance of the department and Kings IFM procedures; ensuring legal and professional standards are maintained.
About Us
Kings FM, as a subsidiary of Kings College Hospital, provides fully managed services including procurement, supply chain, pharmacy and managed service for diagnostic and treatment facilities for Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
We operate across all sites within the Trust, including Kings College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital and Orpington Hospital .Kings FM is a Limited Liability Partnership controlled by the Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Kings IFM has no private sector partners.
We operate across all sites within the Trust, including Kings College Hospital, Princess Royal University Hospital and Orpington Hospital .Kings FM is a Limited Liability Partnership controlled by the Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.
Kings IFM has no private sector partners.
Renal Technician
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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Renal Technician to join us on a permanent full-time role. Diaverum is seeking an experienced Renal Technician to support our clinics in Norwich, Cromer, Ipswich and Aldeburgh plus the associated home dialysis programmes. This is a broad and exciting role where the post-holder will undertake and provide a comprehensive medical equipment support service in respect of Dialysis related medical equipment and Renal Water Treatment systems.
Diaverum currently operate in 23 kidney treatment centres across the UK. We work in close cooperation with NHS Main Renal Units, and deliver dialysis and associated renal services from our network of facilities across the country. As the leading independent renal service provider in the UK, we are fully focussed on patient care, and our objectives are closely aligned with our NHS partners.
Diaverum currently operate in 23 kidney treatment centres across the UK. We work in close cooperation with NHS Main Renal Units, and deliver dialysis and associated renal services from our network of facilities across the country. As the leading independent renal service provider in the UK, we are fully focussed on patient care, and our objectives are closely aligned with our NHS partners.
Role Overview
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Position:
Location: Required Travelling: Job Type: Hours: Salary: Competitive Benefits: |
Renal Technician
Norwich, Cromer, Ipswich and Aldeburgh 30% Full Time 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday £37,000 per annum Childcare Vouchers, Individual Private Medical Cover, Life Assurance, Stakeholder Company Pension, 27 days annual leave (plus Bank Holidays) increasing with service |
Responsibilities
- Provide preventative maintenance, acceptance testing, repair, calibration, evaluation and clinical support for Dialysis related medical equipment and Renal Water Treatment systems for which the Organisation is responsible.
- To disseminate information to all equipment users, including medical, nursing staff and patients on the safe use, operation and limitations of the equipment maintained and used in patient care.
- To work as directed to ensure the reliability, capability and safety of all such equipment and communicate technical equipment related information to staff, colleagues, patients and suppliers.
- Carry out acceptance testing and be involved in adaptation of equipment.
- To become familiar with all technical standards applicable to this post with particular regard to statutory requirements, policies, and regulations for safe operation of equipment, safe working methods, hazard procedures and protective clothing as the post can involve frequent exposure to unpleasant conditions and hazards.
- To produce verbal and written reports as requested or self-initiated, including adverse incident reports, technical investigations, equipment appraisal, test, planning reports and specifications.
- To order parts and accessories for equipment as required and be responsible for the safe use of medical equipment and devices to which the parts and accessories are fitted.
- To be able to plan own workload, organize servicing and liaise with users and Suppliers.
- To participate in overtime and on-call duties as required from time to time, meeting the requirements of the service.
- Travel as and when the service requires, to other Health Care Establishments and patients' homes in your own vehicle
About You
- HND BEng or equivalent
- Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Renal Technician with knowledge of BBraun Dialogue machines.
- In-depth knowledge of RO water systems.
- Practical electronic and hydraulic knowledge to a high level
- Excellent communication
- Able to work quickly and accurately under pressure
- Able to drive to numerous locations
- Dexterity, co-ordination and sensory skills for use of precision tools in maintaining delicate clinical equipment and complex test equipment.
- Be able to physically lift heavy equipment, essential carry out repetitive equipment testing and work in awkward positions
To apply, please submit an application on the below link:
https://diaverum.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/277
https://diaverum.livevacancies.co.uk/#/job/details/277
