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Trainee Clinical Scientist - Clinical Engineering (DRMG2 / SB)

Health Education and Improvement WalesSwansea, Wales, United Kingdom

4 days ago

Job type

Permanent

Temporary

Job description

Job summary

NHS Wales - Trainee Clinical Scientists Clinical Engineering (2 / SB) Device Risk Management and Governance. Exciting opportunities to use your science degree for patient and public benefit. Gain a masters degree and specialist work-based experience through a nationally recognised training programme. Starting salary will be on the first point of Band 6 on a 3-year fixed-term contract.

Healthcare science is one of the most exciting and dynamic areas to work in. Join a unique team who are inspired to apply their exceptional scientific knowledge and skills to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease and the rehabilitation of patients.

The NHS in Wales is offering 1 salaried post-graduate training programme in Clinical Engineering for high-calibre science graduates who are passionate about science and its role in patient care.

The Trainee Clinical Scientist will be employed by the host organisation for a fixed term of three years. During this time, they will work through a work-based programme of learning. This will be combined with an academic programme at masters (MSc) level over the three-year period.

The first part of the academic programme will introduce the basic science and theoretical background of the rotational disciplines and their application in clinical science within health, as well as providing an introduction to healthcare services and values. The master's degree includes a research project within year 2 / 3.

Main duties of the job

The Medical Equipment Management Service (MEMS) at Swansea Bay UHB plays a pivotal role in ensuring the safety and reliability of 40,000 medical devices throughout their lifecycle. The team focuses on comprehensive Device Risk Management and Governance (DRMG), including investigating adverse incidents, conducting audits, and enhancing systems through quality improvement initiatives. MEMS collaborates with healthcare professionals, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies to address issues such as Field Safety Notices and implement corrective actions. By driving innovative projects and contributing to national guidance revisions, MEMS upholds patient safety and optimises healthcare delivery. The department empowers aspiring clinical scientists to create impactful change.

The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; Welsh and / or English speakers are equally welcome to apply.

About us

This is a three-year post-graduate programme, and the successful candidates will be employed by an NHS Wales organisation for the duration of their training and will be based in one of :

Swansea Bay University Health Board, Morriston Hospital

The training is aligned with the Scientific Training Programme (STP) and supported by the National School of Healthcare Science. Posts are due to commence in September 2025.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Trainees will be required to rotate through other areas, which may involve placements at other locations. On completion of training, prospects for permanent employment within Wales are excellent. For individuals with aptitude and commitment, there are opportunities to progress through the career pathway to Consultant Clinical Scientist. This is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are motivated to pursue their career within Wales.

For further information about these training positions, please contact :

Paul Lee / [email protected]

Noel Harry / [email protected]

Informal visits are highly recommended. Interviews will be held remotely.

Person Specification

Qualifications and Knowledge

Essential

Applicants must have an honours degree (1st or 2.1) in a pure or applied science relevant to the specialism for which they are applying. (Applicants with a relevant 2.2 degree will also be considered if they have an MSc or PhD in the specialism for which they are applying).

Have an understanding of quality control and management assurance in a science or work-based context.

Has an understanding of the role of their chosen specialism in healthcare and disease and its application in a healthcare setting.

Experience

Essential

Knowledge acquired through study and experience to formulate appropriate advice and judgments.

Have taken part in supervised clinical activity to postgraduate diploma level.

Desirable

For all candidates, evidence of research experience, e.g., in the form of a higher degree or equivalent evidence of scientific and academic capability, is considered desirable.

Skills and Attributes

Essential

A committed in-depth interest in Scientific Practice and its application to direct clinical care of patients in a clinical environment.

Ability to develop proficiency in the performance of routine and complex techniques currently in use where they are training and the ability to develop and validate new techniques.

Ability to design research investigations and experiments.

Able to identify problems associated with scientific equipment, inappropriate testing, and incompatible results and to investigate these, plan corrective action confirming appropriateness with senior colleagues and follow up.

Ability to work under pressure and ability to prioritise and plan work.

Desirable

Welsh Language Skills are desirable levels 1 to 5 in understanding, speaking, reading, and writing in Welsh.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement.

Employer details

Employer name

Health Education and Improvement Wales

Address

Morriston Hospital

Swansea

SA6 6NL

Employer's website

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