Medical Technologist Apprentice - Annex 21

Job summary

Medical Technologist Apprenticeship - Band 4

(4-year Annex 21 Developmental / Degree Apprenticeship)

Lane Fox Respiratory UnitGuy's & St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust

Job Overview

We are seeking a motivated and technically skilled Medical Technologist Apprentice (Band 4) to join the Technical Services team at the Lane Fox Respiratory Unit.

The post holder will support the maintenance, servicing, setup, and safe clinical use of respiratory and ventilation equipment used across hospital wards, satellite units, and patients' homes. Working under the guidance of Senior and Chief Medical Technologists, the role requires developing technical competence, sound judgement, and effective communication with patients and the multidisciplinary team.

This post will be appointed as:

• a Band 4, 4-year Annex 21 developmental post with a 3-year Degree Apprenticeship programme.

Annex 21 - Degree Apprenticeship (4 Years)

• Undertake and successfully complete a recognised Degree Apprenticeship in an engineering discipline as part of the Annex 21 developmental programme.
• Training delivered through a combination of academic study and supervised workplace learning.
• A structured competency framework and training plan will be agreed at appointment.
• On successful completion of the apprenticeship and competencies, progression to a substantive Band 5 Medical Technologist role.

Main duties of the job

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Support & Equipment Management

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of respiratory and ventilation equipment under supervision.
• Undertake system-level fault diagnosis and basic component-level assessment, escalating complex issues appropriately under supervision.
• Ensure equipment is mechanically and electrically safe and compliant with Trust policies and medical device regulations under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, and equipment status.
• Use and care for specialist test and calibration equipment.

Clinical & Community Support

• Support installation, setup, servicing, and collection of respiratory equipment in hospital, clinic, and community settings.
• Provide technical input to support patient discharge and continuity of care.
• Participate in community-based services including home visits and remote set-up pathways.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and carers regarding safe use and care of equipment.

Communication & MDT Working

• Provide clear technical advice to consultants, nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
• Escalate technical, clinical, or safety concerns appropriately.

About us

Our values

Our values help us to define and develop our culture, what we do and how we do it.

It is important that we all understand and reflect these values in our work. We are:

Caring - we put patients first

Ambitious - we innovate and strive for excellence

Inclusive - we respect each other and work collaboratively

Our values and behaviours framework describe what it means for every one of us in the Trust to put our values into action. A summary of our framework can be found on our Trust jobs pages and our intranet.

ORGANISATION STRUCTURE

Head of Technical Services

Chief Medical Technologist

Senior Medical Technologist

Medical Technologist

Medical Technologist Apprentice

For further details / informal visits contact:

Name: Rakesh Shukla

Job title: Head of Technical Services

Email address: [email protected]

Telephone number: 0207 188 3434 Option 4

Name: Mike Mackie

Job title: Chief Medical Technologist

Email address: [email protected]

Telephone number: 0207 188 3434 Option 4

Additional contact information

Name: Nick Weston

Job Title: Chief Medical Technologist

Email Address: [email protected]

Telephone number: 0207 188 3434 Option 4

Job responsibilities

Main Duties and Responsibilities

Technical Support & Equipment Management

• Carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and fault-finding of respiratory and ventilation equipment under supervision.
• Undertake system-level fault diagnosis and basic component-level assessment, escalating complex issues appropriately under supervision.
• Ensure equipment is mechanically and electrically safe and compliant with Trust policies and medical device regulations under supervision.
• Maintain accurate records of servicing, repairs, and equipment status.
• Use and care for specialist test and calibration equipment.

Clinical & Community Support

• Support installation, setup, servicing, and collection of respiratory equipment in hospital, clinic, and community settings.
• Provide technical input to support patient discharge and continuity of care.
• Participate in community-based services including home visits and remote set-up pathways.
• Communicate clearly with patients, families, and carers regarding safe use and care of equipment.

Communication & MDT Working

• Provide clear technical advice to consultants, nurses, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team.
• Escalate technical, clinical, or safety concerns appropriately.

Person specification

Physical Requirements

Essential

• Full UK Driver's Licence
• Travel to patients home and other sites.

Education

Essential

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in English Language and Mathematics (or equivalent, including Functional Skills Level 2).
• A Level 3 qualification in a relevant STEM subject area such as Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or Electronics.
• Eligibility to meet the entry requirements for an approved Healthcare Engineering/Clinical Engineering Degree Apprenticeship programme.
• Minimum UCAS tariff points of 96 (or equivalent qualifications acceptable to the partnered apprenticeship provider/university).
• Equivalent qualifications such as BTEC, Access to HE, International Baccalaureate, Irish Highers, or Level 3 Engineering qualifications are welcomed.

Skills

Essential

• Excellent Communication Skills
• Able to work within a small team
• Computer literacy

Desirable

• Troubleshooting Problem Solving Circuit Diagrams
• Skills in soldering
• Experience in electronic equipment servicing