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How many Clinical Engineer jobs are available on Pertemps?

There are 70 Clinical Engineer jobs available on Pertemps right now.

What does a Clinical Engineer do?

Clinical engineers apply engineering principles and materials technology to healthcare equipment. They research, design and develop medical products, such as joint replacements or robotic surgical instruments. They design or modify equipment for clients with special needs in a rehabilitation setting or manage the use of clinical equipment in hospitals and the community.

Tasks required include:

• Researches into problem areas to advance basic knowledge, evaluate new theories and techniques and to solve specific problems.
• Establishes principles and techniques to improve the quality, durability and performance of materials such as textiles, glass, rubber, plastics, ceramics, metals and alloys.
• Designs new systems and equipment with regard to cost, market requirements and feasibility of manufacture.
• Devises and implements control systems to monitor operational efficiency and performance of system and materials.
• Prepares sketches, drawings and specifications showing materials to be used, construction and finishing methods and other details.
• Examines and advises on patent applications.
• Provides technical consultancy services.

What are the entry requirements for a Clinical Engineer?

Chartered engineers possess an accredited university degree. After qualifying, periods of appropriate training and experience are required before membership of a chartered engineering institution is attainable. Incorporated engineers possess an accredited university degree, BTEC/SQA award or an apprenticeship leading to an NVQ/SVQ at Level 4. All routes are followed by periods of appropriate training and relevant experience.