Medical Device Support Worker(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

Role Overview

This is an excellent entry-level opportunity to join a Clinical Engineering team and play a vital part in supporting patient care. As a Medical Device Support Worker, you will help ensure that essential hospital equipment is safe, available, and ready for use across the Trust.

You will be working behind the scenes to keep clinical services running smoothly—supporting healthcare professionals by managing equipment such as beds, infusion pumps, and other medical devices.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, your responsibilities will include:

• Managing the distribution, collection, and tracking of medical equipment
  Ensuring devices are clean, safe, and ready for clinical use
  Supporting equipment library services across hospital departments
  Assisting with basic maintenance checks and reporting faults
  Moving and handling equipment safely using appropriate aids
  Working with clinical teams to ensure timely access to essential devices

Why This Role Matters

Reliable medical equipment is essential for safe patient care. Your work will directly support frontline teams by ensuring they always have access to functioning, well-maintained devices when needed.

About the Organisation

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is widely recognised as a leading employer within the NHS, known for its supportive culture and commitment to staff wellbeing.

The Trust provides healthcare services to over 400,000 people and has received outstanding ratings for patient care. Staff are encouraged to grow professionally in an inclusive and respectful environment.

Essential Requirements

Skills & Abilities

• Good communication and interpersonal skills
  Ability to follow instructions and standard operating procedures
  Basic literacy and numeracy skills
  Physical ability to move and handle equipment safely

Experience

• Ability to carry out routine tasks following training
  Willingness to learn and adapt in a busy healthcare setting

Desirable Criteria

Previous experience in a store, logistics, or handling environment
Basic qualifications in English or Maths (GCSE or equivalent)
Driving licence (for occasional travel between sites)

Training & Development

You will receive structured training and support, including:

• Induction into equipment handling and safety procedures
  Ongoing development to build technical and operational skills
  Experience working within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment

Important Information for Applicants

• Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK via UK Visas and Immigration
  This role may not be eligible for visa sponsorship—check eligibility before applying
  A criminal record check through the Disclosure and Barring Service may be required

Helpful Government Resources

To support your application and understanding of UK work requirements:

Skilled Worker visa eligibility
Right to work in the UK
NHS careers information
Workplace health and safety
Criminal record checks

Additional Notes

Applications must reflect your own experience and skills—authenticity is essential
The Trust may close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received
All recruitment communication will be conducted via email
Successful candidates may need to undergo pre-employment checks, including occupational health screening