Medical Equipment Training Specialist

Wrexham
10 months ago
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Role Title: Medical Equipment Training Specialist
Location: Wrexham
Salary £30,000 - £35,000

Purpose of the Role
Collaborate with the Medical Devices Training Team to provide both in-person and virtual training for clinical staff at all levels, including temporary and support staff, on the use of designated medical devices.

Key Responsibilities

Assess medical device training needs for clinical staff and deliver or facilitate tailored training in alignment with site contracts, Client Medical Devices Policy, and the training system.
Support OEM training for high-risk devices in critical clinical areas and serve as a liaison between clinical staff and OEM for additional support.
Oversee the Learning Management System, coordinating with managers to track training completion and compiling monthly reports on clinical areas' performance.
Assist in the management of learning systems, including creating learning plans, developing training content, and maintaining competency records for clinical staff.
Advise on and contribute to the medical device risk assessment process, ensuring the application of proper protocols.
Help design strategies for effective medical device training, ensuring compliance with regulations.
Audit training program effectiveness and collaborate with management to address issues.
Ensure refresher training is arranged and delivered as needed.
Ensure clinical areas have up-to-date training materials, user instructions, and access to training records.
Monitor and address training needs arising from clinical incidents or MHRA device alerts.
Collaborate with the Client's clinical training teams, including Professional Development and Learning & Development departments.
Participate in the Client Medical Devices Committee or equivalent group (as applicable).

Capability Profile

Qualifications

Essential

Degree in a relevant healthcare or nursing field
Desirable

Formal training qualification

Skills

Essential

Strong communication skills, with the ability to engage with staff at all levels
Proficiency in MS Office, especially MS Excel
Excellent presentation and teaching skills
High levels of integrity and discretion

Desirable

Familiarity with various medical devices and their clinical applications
Experience creating training content and managing learning systems

Experience

Essential

Experience in a clinical environment (critical care, theatres, NICU, HDU, etc.)
Previous experience delivering training in a healthcare setting
Strong understanding of clinical workflows and medical device usage

Desirable

Experience with complex MS Excel workbooks and reporting
Familiarity with medical device risk management

Languages

Essential

English
Desirable

Additional languages are a plus

This is a fantastic opportunity for a healthcare professional passionate about training to ensure the safe and effective use of medical devices in clinical settings.

Why Choose nGenium?

At nGenium, we empower exceptional professionals like you to excel in the medical engineering field. Here’s why nGenium is the right choice for your career:

Exciting Opportunities: We specialize in medical engineering recruitment, offering a diverse range of contract roles tailored to your skills and career aspirations.

Supportive Partnership: Your career growth and success are our top priorities. Our dedicated consultant, Alan Ling (), provides ongoing support and guidance throughout your contract assignments.

Industry Expertise: With our deep understanding of the medical engineering sector, we connect you with leading employers who value your skills and expertise.

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