Head Of Clinical Engineering

If you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales, has all the right ingredients.
The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales.
Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework. Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
We also offer a number of family-friendly benefits, including work-life balance policies. Please check your email account regularly. Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh.
Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English. The salary scale above has been agreed as part of the NHS Agenda for Change pay award for 2024/2025 and will be implemented in November 2024 backdated to 1st April 2024 where applicable. Job overviewLead, manage and develop the services and staff of the Clinical Engineering Section of the North Wales Medical Physics Department which provides GI physiological tests, lower limb vascular Doppler studies, calibration of audiology equipment, medical illustration services, medical device training and management of equipment libraries.
Have direct input into, or act as a scientific consultant to, one of the specialities provided by the section.
Be responsible for the University Health Board's compliance with the Medical Devices Regulations.
Main duties of the jobBe responsible for all aspects of the highly specialist services provided by the Clinical Engineering Section of Medical Physics and its sub-sections.Provide expertise on, and lead, the University Health Board's compliance with medical device regulations, working with relevant BCUHB executive directors.Be the strategic lead for the section, planning future developments within the highly specialist services provided by the Clinical Engineering Section in line with national guidance and regulations.Be the Medical Physics Department lead for maintaining the ISO9001 certification.Engage with customer departments, including Audiology, Vascular Services, Gastroenterology, Surgery, etc., to plan development of services and assess performance against expectations.Have direct clinical input in either audiology calibration, gastrointestinal physiological testing or vascular science.Act as the budget holder for the Clinical Engineering Section, attending regular budget reviews with Finance colleagues.Lead and line manage the staff in all of the sub-sections of the Clinical Engineering Section and manage the workload, ensuring cover for all clinical services provided by the section.Lead the strategic direction of research and innovation.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and/or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisationIf you relish a challenge, have a passion to help others or simply fancy a fresh start, then Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (BCUHB) North Wales has all the right ingredients.
The largest health organisation in Wales, providing a full range of primary, community, mental health, acute and elective hospital services for a population of around 700,000, across North Wales.
Join our team and get the support you need, in line with our Organisational Values and 'Proud to Lead' competence framework.
Enjoy being part of working with engaged leadership at all levels, and be assured we are committed to promoting equality and diversity, and are proud to welcome applicants under the "Disability Confident Employer" scheme.
Please check your email account regularly.
Successful applicants will receive all recruitment related correspondence via the email account registered on the application form.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh.
Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.
Detailed job description and main responsibilitiesLead, manage and develop the services and staff of the Clinical Engineering Section of the North Wales Medical Physics Department which provides GI physiological tests, lower limb vascular Doppler studies, calibration of audiology equipment, medical illustration services, medical device training and management of equipment libraries.
Person specificationQualificationsBSc Hons degree in Engineering or Physical ScienceScientific education and training in a Clinical Engineering subject area to PhD level or equivalent experienceLeadership and management qualificationKnowledgeHCPC registration as a clinical scientist in a relevant field.Evidence of CPDCorporate membership of IPEM or other equivalent professional bodyMembership of or eligibility to join the AHCS higher specialist scientist register, or equivalent AHCS registration in a relevant fieldAccreditation by an appropriate professional bodyKnowledge of Medical Device RegulationsExperienceExperience of leadership and management of teamsExtensive experience in quality management systems (e.g., ISO 9001 and ISO 13485).Detailed experience within: GI physiological tests and/or audiological science & calibration and/or vascular scienceExpert experience and understanding of relevant legislation, national standards, professional and other guidelines relating to the use and application of healthcare technologies (including MHRA safety document, BS EN 60601-1, EC Medical Device Directive and Risk Management Standards).SkillsStrong scientific leadership, good interpersonal skills and good team playerAble to work on and manage a diverse range of highly complex activities at one time, meeting deadlines whenever required, examples would include: introducing a new clinical service, developing policy documents, overseeing a complex procurement project, managing a team.Fully competent in standard IT application packages and able to effectively employ information management systems (e.g., asset management software) to optimise service delivery.Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in WelshOtherEnhanced DBS clearance including an/a Adults and Childrens Barred List checkAbility to travel between sites in a timely mannerTo work in the UK, all candidates who are not UK or Republic of Ireland (RoI) nationals require sponsorship to obtain either a Health and Care visa or Skilled Worker visa, unless you have permission to work via another route.
Non UK / RoI candidates wishing to apply should self-assess the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship by visiting Work in the UK.
If you are eligible for the Health and Care visa, application costs are lower and you do not need to pay the annual Immigration Health Surcharge.
Employer certification / accreditation badgesThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

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