Job summary
As a key member of Clinical Quality Team, the post-holder will play an essential role in the development, implementation and continued improvement of comprehensive systems of competency management that consistently ensure safe and optimal use of medical devices throughout Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust.

Main duties of the job
The primary responsibilities of the post-holder are to plan, manage and deliver competency-based training for medical device users, and additionally to be a source of advice and support on medical device usage, upkeep and safe application; to also support medical devices governance and safety management activities; and to collaborate in medical devices operational and strategic planning when needed.

About us
BTH are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment where every individual is respected, valued, and supported. We recognise that our greatest asset is our people, and we strive to attract and retain professionals who embody our core values.

Details
Date posted: 14 July 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata
Contract: Secondment
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 382-CORP18-26
Job locations: Blackpool Teaching Hospitals, Whinney Heyes Road, Blackpool, FY3 8NR, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities

• To be the lead in the development and functioning of a Medical Devices Competency & Training Group actively supporting it in the development, application and improvement of a comprehensive integrated system for management of medical device user competencies and training delivery.
• To have, as a principal function of this post, lead on the delivery of the Medical Devices Training Unit service; to support medical device user training needs assessments; to co-ordinate the provision of training programmes to meet these training needs; to provide, facilitate and deliver such training programmes (in conjunction with training leads and external training providers, as necessary); to assess the competencies of medical device users and of delegated medical device Authorised Trainers/Assessors within clinical departments.
• To assist healthcare staff in the preparation of end-user (patient/carer) medical device instructions and, where appropriate, in the delivery of end user training.
• To support, when needed, medical devices strategic planning, evaluation and approval of medical devices for prospective use by the Trust; to support the optimal deployment and application of medical devices for safe and efficient patient services; to assist in the establishment of safe standardised equipment settings/configurations across the organisation; to coordinate and inform dialogue between device users and technical support services in achieving these aims.
• To be a visible, accessible and reliable resource for medical device users; to be a credible authoritative source of expert advice to managerial, medical, nursing and technical staff and patients on the safe use, upkeep and management of medical devices and a proactive champion of best practice in their clinical application throughout BTH; to be a point-of-contact within Medical Engineering for medical device user support issues, responding to or reliably directing service requests as appropriate.
• To liaise and collaborate with medical, nursing and other healthcare professionals and, where appropriate, other managerial, engineering, technical and administrative personnel; to provide support to local delegated Authorised Trainers/Assessors.
• To be aware of and participate on accredited training courses and to receive other training appropriate to the development of the service and the post-holder; to identify own training needs and development to maintain clinical expertise and credibility.
• To support the in the risk management and continual improvement of medical device practices and safety throughout BTH; to bring to the attention of the Medical Devices steering Committee any issues relating to the unsafe and inappropriate use of medical devices; to provide expert support to the management of safety actions and the investigation of untoward incidents involving medical devices, particularly where these relate to usage issues; to be actively involved in the reliable dissemination of investigation outcomes to ensure that lessons are learnt and acted upon.
• To carry out these duties in a manner and to the standards expected of a healthcare professional using the skills, experience and judgement acquired from training and professional practice.
• To give consideration to patients, relatives and staff when attending and working in patient environments.
• To contribute to safe and effective working environments, advising on practice, developing new ways of working with colleagues and managers to improve effectiveness and productivity of service.
• To contribute to the Medical Devices steering Committee development of policies and practices that support Trust-wide implementation of competency management and training delivery systems.
• To support clinical managers in their formulation of Service Specifications defining medical device usage and user competency requirements within their healthcare delivery services.
• To support the production and review of medical device user Competency Standards and corresponding training Lesson Plans.
• To participate in regular departmental team meetings to ensure the safe and efficient working of the Medical Devices Training Unit; to provide constructive criticisms, ideas and comments to assist managerial staff in improving the quality of services provided.
• To follow and champion the departments policies and code of practice.
• To participate in the development and optimisation of departmental practices.
• To support performance measurement, audit and review of the departments services and management system; to monitor the effectiveness of related policies and protocols.
• To promote best practices in the deployment and use of medical devices in healthcare delivery; to ensure that user responsibilities for device upkeep and maintenance are essential elements of medical device training, ensuring prolonged working life and safe condition of BTH medical devices.
• To assist the Medical Lead for Medical Devices in ensuring the efficient utilisation of resources
• To support the maintenance of safe working environments and practices and escalate health and safety concerns as they occur, and to support the departmental management of health and safety via the Health & Safety Committee
• To support and champion the adoption, implementation and diffusion of relevant new research-based practice improvements in the field of medical devices training, in accordance with local and national guidance, thereby facilitating improved clinical effectiveness and patient safety.
• To actively seek, promote and support clinical service innovations for improved and safer patient care involving medical devices; to engage in the evaluation and adoption of new technologies and practices to facilitate excellent patient care.
• To collaborate in multi-disciplinary audit and research activity to augment the evidence base available to inform improved medical device related clinical and management practices.
• To remain abreast of new practices and healthcare technology developments within the post-holders field of expertise and medical devices in general, cultivating a knowledge of medical device related practices with potential to impact upon improved patient care
• To collaborate with the other clinical, scientific and technical personnel, and where appropriate, provide advice on matters relating to the use of medical devices, both within and beyond the department.
• To support the research agenda of the Trust under guidance of the service managers, providing advice and support when needed.

Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential

• oRegistered Nurse (Nursing & Midwifery Council registration) oRegistered Operating Department Practitioner (College of Operating Department Practitioner registration) oequivalent alternative relevant healthcare professional registration.
• Educated to degree level or equivalent, in relevant subject.

Desirable

• Teaching & assessment qualification (eg: City & Guilds 7300, English National Board ENB997/998)

Experience and Skills
Essential

• oSignificant level of post-registration experience oExperience of relevant healthcare specialties oRecent experience in acute healthcare setting oSound working knowledge of relevant healthcare standards and best practices oSignificant experience in the use of a range of medical devices
• oPrevious experience of competency-based training planning and delivery oMedical device coordinator responsibilities oRisk/safety management and incident investigation experience

Desirable

• oMedical Device specialist lead experience

Skills and Ability
Essential

• oExcellent communication and people skills; ability to engage with staff of varying levels and professions oAble to deliver training to groups of professional staff on medical devices and their safe clinical use oAble to communicate complex information across professional boundaries oAble to work as part of an integrated team oAble to develop rapport with service users, develop relationships and networks to ensure service excellence. oGood negotiation and influencing skills, able to provide assurance and reassurance with integrity and empathy oAble to deal with complex and unpredictable situations and people. oCommunicate sensitive and confidential information professionally and appropriately oAble to undertake / support training needs analyses oAble to assess trainee competencies, as medical device users and/or authorised trainers oAble to use initiative when dealing with issues within own specialist area of competence oAble to interpret and apply relevant professional standards and guidance oBe proactively alert to potential medical devices hazards and precautionary measures oAble to undertake / support medical device incident investigations oAble to support medical device evaluations oAble to perform / use audit to improve service delivery and quality
• oAble to produce robust medical devices competency statements and corresponding lesson plans oAble to plan and organise comprehensive training programmes oAble to prioritise and manage own work load; demonstrate flexible working adjusting work plans to an unpredictable workload
• oDexterity and accuracy required for medical devices use and demonstration oAble to stand for long periods whilst delivering training oAble to travel to training venues as required oAble to handle medical equipment and to transport it between training venues oComputing skills - competent user of standard office software (emails, word processing, spreadsheets), and ability to learn use of specialist software applications (e.g.: e-rostering, etc.)
• oSelf-motivated and enthusiastic oRigorous approach and attention to detail; high degree of safety awareness oCompassionate - demonstrates a caring nature towards patients, colleagues and then public. oCommitment to support the Trusts Values and Behaviours oRemains calm and co-operative under pressure or in difficult situations

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. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

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. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Associate Director of Nursing
Andrew Heath
andrew.heath4@nhs.net
01253300000