Overview of RoleThe Clinical Engineering Department is responsible for patient‑related hospital equipment services, support and medical device repairs. The service works with other healthcare departments and endeavours to support and advance patient care by applying clinical engineering and equipment‑management skills to healthcare technology. As part of service development and expansion within the UPMC network of hospitals, we are entering a phase of departmental growth and development. We will continuously look to bring in motivated and experienced Clinical Engineers and Technicians. These roles will involve working with cutting‑edge technology and device integration as part of our exciting EHR Program among many other service expansions and developments. The Clinical Engineer will work as part of a small but growing dynamic team to deliver enhanced technical support to clinical services in our hospital, sports‑medicine and outreach services network. They will assist with the support of medical, nursing, paramedical and health‑and‑social‑care professionals (HSCPs) in the application of medical device technology.Location: Aut Even HospitalJob type: PermanentPrimary Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide maintenance services for electro‑medical equipment under the remit of the Clinical Engineering Department in respect of its functional, electronic, optical, electrical and mechanical aspects to a standard of safety, accuracy and reliability consistent with its function and professional standards.Follow and develop Clinical Engineering Department maintenance procedures to ensure that equipment performs to manufacturer’s specifications.Respond to equipment faults and breakdowns as they occur, diagnosing mechanical, electrical, electronic, IT problems and ensuring equipment is safe and functioning according to manufacturer’s recommendations, maximizing uptime.Assist with the coordination and implementation of the preventative maintenance schedule and safety programmes.Assist with equipment acceptance testing and commissioning in line with department standards.Participate in the implementation and ongoing use of the designated Computerised Equipment Management System to maintain an up‑to‑date equipment inventory and records of equipment‑related interactions and interventions.Audit medical equipment in various UPMC facilities and report recommendations regarding life expectancy or replacement.Track the status of equipment repairs, communicating progress and return‑to‑service dates with relevant stakeholders.Assist when required on new technical installations/projects.Support medical, nursing, paramedical and health‑and‑social‑care professionals (HSCPs) in the application of medical device technology for patient care.Ensure that any medical devices considered for procurement conform to EU medical‑device regulation and are CE‑marked for the intended use, complying with all relevant UPMC policies.Liaise with clinical staff to schedule preventative maintenance.Act on notices received from HPRA regarding medical devices in accordance with UPMC policies.Attend all mandatory hospital training.Actively participate in accreditation programmes and work with multidisciplinary teams to ensure that all policies, procedures and general approaches are in line with requirements for all relevant accreditation bodies and assist required during inspections and audits.Take responsibility for tools and equipment within their care, ensuring testing equipment is calibrated when required.Perform scheduled department stock takes.Liaise with suppliers for timely ordering and maintenance of appropriate parts and consumables stock inventory, ensuring optimal uptime and availability of equipment.Prepare equipment specifications and cost estimates for potential project options.Manage external contractors when on‑site to ensure all hospital procedures are adhered to.Co‑operate fully to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and regulations.Be expected on occasion to attend manufacturer’s training courses when requested.Travel from established base site to other UPMC sites to perform assigned duties when requested.Be flexible in their attitude towards working hours to ensure that hospital and Clinical Engineering Department targets are adhered to.Develop and maintain good cooperation and close working links with members of other teams, acting as a mentor for more junior staff members.Maintain good communication throughout the hospital where equipment issues impact on the provision of a service.Liaise as required with IT personnel to ensure availability of appropriate IT infrastructure for medical equipment, and that all systems and equipment involving IT system integration are carried out in accordance with established UPMC policies and systems of operation, review, analysis and deployment.Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Clinical Engineering.Develop, as required by the exigencies of the service, areas of specialism within the health technology field and lead cross‑service liaison with other departments.Act as required as a team lead and assist in the day‑to‑day management of the Clinical Engineering service where required.Qualifications and ExperienceEssential QualificationsHold at a minimum a recognised qualification at Quality and Qualifications Ireland, Level 8 or higher, in one of the following engineering disciplines:ElectronicElectricalInstrument PhysicsIndustrial InstrumentationApplied PhysicsMechanicalMechatronicBiomedical EngineeringMinimum of three years relevant hospital or industry experience.Full clean Irish/EU driving licence with own transport.Membership of BEAI, or eligibility for membership.Personal RequirementsGood problem‑solving skills and the ability to develop solutions to complex situations with medical equipment and associated systems.Ability to engage and communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.Ability to gather, interpret and analyse information to make informed decisions.Ability to fault‑find complex electro‑medical equipment.Ability to meet deadlines and work on own initiative.Excellent IT skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, email and internet knowledge.Maintain an awareness of the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities.Be expected to maintain and enhance professional knowledge and skills to keep pace with changes in healthcare delivery.Desirable RequirementsClinical Engineering experience in Theatre, Critical Care, Endoscopy, Diagnostic Ultrasound, Medical Device Integration.Where applicable, list manufacturer/model of hospital equipment previously worked on and state whether OEM training was completed.Salary€64,000.00 – €85,139.00 per annum based on a 35‑hour week.Equal Opportunity Statement and BenefitsUPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive pension plan, company‑funded death in service benefit x 3 times. Critical illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.Performance and RecognitionRewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.Work‑Life BalanceEnhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support working around external family commitments.Development and Career OpportunitiesOpportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.About UPMCUPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people‑focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world‑class care across continents through its UPMC International division — an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world. In Ireland UPMC has provided high‑quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.
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