A vacancy exists for a Junior Clinical Engineer, based at Vincent Pallotti Hospital, reporting to the Senior Clinical Engineer. The successful candidate will be responsible for the maintenance and co-ordination of all major facets associated with medical equipment technology within the hospital.

Critical Outputs
Medical Equipment Asset Management and Maintenance

Active involvement in maintaining an accurate computerised asset management system as per Group Engineering protocols.
Active involvement in determining medical equipment replacement requirements for the hospital
Perform first line repairs, modifications and installations on equipment, utilizing the necessary test equipment, in accordance with the standards and recommendations of original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and/or governing agencies
Perform preventive maintenance inspections of equipment in line with Group Engineering and OEM protocols
Control and management of maintenance conducted by suppliers and acceptance thereof
Obtain and perform pre-acceptance inspections according to ECRI standards on new, demo and loan equipment
Implement the equipment commissioning process for new equipment as per Group Engineering protocols
Acquisition of Medical Equipment

Active involvement in the selection and acquisition of medical equipment technology that is fit for purpose and application, and up-to-date with current developments and best practices in the healthcare field
Consult with Physicians, Nurses and peers in the field, to evaluate equipment and determine the correct specifications and standards of the required equipment as per the Group Engineering protocols
Be actively involved with the Capex system, understand and manage lease and rental agreements as applied to the hospital
Active involvement with the ‘supply chain management’ of medical equipment for all growth/new projects as per Group Engineering protocols
Training

Perform formal operators training and monitor competency compliance by arranging training with vendors for hospital nursing staff and equipment end-users.
Maintain high professional standards

Ensure professional growth and development through professional affiliations, conferences and available resources, to stay updated within the clinical engineering field
Support National strategic initiatives and contribute to growth

Participate in Clinical Engineering forums and Projects as determined by Group Engineering
Evaluate National projects implemented as per Group Engineering protocols
Administration

Processing of quotes, orders, invoices, job cards etc. and following up as required
SAP experience will be highly advantageous
Ad hoc duties as per the needs of the department

Requirements

Diploma in clinical / bio medical engineering or Diploma in electronics
Experience in maintenance of medical equipment in a clinical environment
Member of the Clinical Engineering Association of South Africa (CEASA)
Experience within, and understanding of the private healthcare industry, its challenges and role players would be an advantage
Computer proficiency
Driver’s license and ability to travel

Competencies

Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
Resilience
Engaging diversity
Verbal & written communication and presentation
Influencing (negotiation)
Drive & energy
Building relationships
Customer responsiveness
Organisational awareness
Leading by example (Key for Managers)
Motivating and developing people (Key for Managers)
Ethical behaviour

Please send your resume/CV