Senior Cardiac Physiologist - UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny

Senior Cardiac Physiologist - UPMC Aut Even Hospital, Kilkenny

Location: Aut Even Hospital

Job type: Fixed Term

Overview of role:

UPMC Aut Even are hiring a Senior Cardiac Physiologist on an 11 month fixed term contract.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform and interpret the following :

ECG’s

Stress Tests

Holter monitoring and analysis

BP monitors and analysis

Event monitors and analysis

Pacemaker implant and follow up

ICD implant and follow up

Echocardiography

Cardiac Catheterisation

Electrophysiology

To be responsible for accurate storing of reports generated from the above tests.

Keep accurate documentation of these procedures. Have adequate knowledge of the products required during these procedures.

To ensure that all records are properly and accurately maintained.

In the absence of the Head of Department undertake primary responsibility for the day to day running of the Cardiology department.

To participate in patient care i.e. preparation and reassurance.

To be professionally responsible for all aspects of the post holders own work.

Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of new and junior staff.

Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and guidelines.

Maintain up to date knowledge of cardiology developments and promote awareness of new developments.

Report any malfunction or defects in equipment relevant to the Cardiology department.

Support the Head of Department in the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving and developing the service of the Cardiology department.

Undertake when necessary administrative and clerical duties to facilitate the smooth running of the department.

Be aware and comply with all hospital and departmental policies especially Health and Safety, Infection Control, Disposal of Waste, Sharps and Infected linen, Accident and Incident Reporting, Complaints Procedure, Fire Policy and Evacuation.

Maintain and manage all documents through our Hospital Quality Management system - Q-Pulse

Ability to access policies on Q-Pulse and to log incidents as required.

Quality & Safety

Quality and safety are rooted in the daily work of all individuals at Aut Even Hospital. As an employee you are required to actively participate throughout your working day in the pursuit of excellence.

You are required to work in conjunction with your line manager in the planning, monitoring, analysing and improvement of all quality programs.

Accreditation

Will familiarise themselves with policies, procedures and guidelines directly related to their clinical care and area.

Assist in the review of policies, procedures and Guidelines under the direction of the chapter lead/department manager.

Lean

Lead, facilitate and participate in lean projects with all disciplines and departments of the hospital

Support and participate with others to problem solve and continuously improve through the use of the lean tools and techniques

Attend/participate on-site training as required

Personnel

Follow uniform policy reference

Qualifications & Experience:

Applicants should possess ASCT.

A diploma in medical physics and physiological measurement from a college of technology or equivalent

Three years’ experience at Basic Grade Cardiac Technician level.

Have experience in echocardiography and/or cardiac catheterisation

The successful candidate should possess good interpersonal skills and an awareness/sensitivity towards patient’s needs

Demonstrate evidence of effective planning and organizing skills

Demonstrate the ability to build and maintain relationships including the ability to work effectively as part of a multi-disciplinary team

Demonstrate evidence of ability to empathise with and treat patients, relatives and colleagues with dignity and respect

Demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality service.

Demonstrate effective analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills.

Demonstrates excellent communication skills, including sufficient command of the English language so as to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role

Salary: €45,224.14- €62,305.12 per annum based on a 35 hour work week

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.

Benefits – Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.

Performance and Recognition – Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Work-Life Balance – Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.

Development and Career Opportunities – Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that’s close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.

In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC’s operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.