The Royal Children's Hospital's (RCH) Vision is "A world where all kids thrive".
RCH is a cornerstone member of the Melbourne Children's Campus, partnering with Murdoch Children's Research Institute, The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics and The Royal Children's Hospital Foundation.
RCH has cared for the children and young people of Victoria for more than 150 years since it was founded in 1870.
A full range of paediatrics and adolescent health services are provided plus tertiary and quaternary care for the most critically ill and medically complex patients in Victoria, Tasmania, southern NSW and other states around Australia and overseas.
About the Role:This is a Permanent full-time position within the Biomedical Engineering Department.
Your main responsibility will be the repairs, maintenance, inspection, testing, and calibration of a wide range of complex hospital equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications, relevant Australian standards and Biomedical Engineering department policies and procedures.
Classification for this position will range from PH1-PH5 (base salary $64,806.04 to $80,932.80 per annum, plus superannuation).
What you'll achieve:• Compliance with the Biomedical Engineering quality system, Australian standards, laws, and regulations.• Work in accordance with Hospital policies and procedures.• Perform routine maintenance on medical equipment.• Repair or arrange for the repair of defective medical equipment or medical systems.
Your skills and experience:• Formal qualifications in Biomedical Engineering or equivalent.• Eligible for membership with Engineers Australia.• Experience in Biomedical Engineering is highly desirable.• An understanding of the healthcare sector.• Proficient computer skills, including networking, are highly valued.
About the Department:Biomedical Engineering provides a comprehensive range of technical and administrative services relating to the ongoing support of medical and laboratory equipment.
Biomedical Engineering services encompass a wide range of activities, including equipment repairs and maintenance, medical device and electrical area testing, recall and incident investigation, advice on medical device acquisition and replacement, infrastructure guidance, along with cybersecurity for medical devices.
What we offer:• Professional development and special events.• Culture of continuous improvement.• Discounted on-site car parking.
Other requirements:• Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain.• Valid Working with Children Check.• Compliance with RCH's "Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases" procedure.
Application process:To apply, you will need a resume and a tailored cover letter outlining your skills, experience, and suitability for the position in line with the requirements of the position description.
Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.
We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.
Why work at the RCH?RCH enjoys high employee engagement and is committed to staff safety and a positive culture through enactment of our Compact.
We offer the opportunity to work in world-class facilities, surrounded by Royal Park and only a short tram trip from the heart of Melbourne city.
We also offer discounted staff parking, salary packaging, and an award-winning health and wellbeing program.
The RCH is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce.
We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members of the LGBTQI community, and people with disabilities. It is a requirement of your employment that you be fully vaccinated against Covid-19, and Influenza annually for Category A and B roles, in compliance with any public health orders in place at the relevant time, unless you have a medical exception in line with those public health orders, which has been accepted by The Royal Children's Hospital.
Applicants will be required to provide their Australian Government Immunisation History Statement; it is a requirement of the RCH to collect, record, and hold vaccination information.
Are you ready to join our team?Apply online by clicking on the "Apply" button.
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