Overview
The job of a Grade IV/ Assistant Staff Officer can be extremely broad based and varies greatly.
Staff are required to work across all service areas within the Hospital covering the necessary shift patterns and work rosters.
The Grade IV Assistant Staff Officer for the Emergency Department will be required to be available to work a 35 hour shift roster, across 7/7 days including day and night duty and over weekends.
A panel will be formed from which future permanent or temporary vacancies may be filled.
Essential Criteria
Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act ****
A list of 'other statutory health agencies' can be found:
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Health
A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Character
Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character.
Age
Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where s/he is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, ****).
A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office occurs.
This post involves rostered evening shifts, weekend work, and participation in the night-duty schedule.
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Skills & Competencies
Professional Knowledge & Experience
Demonstrates knowledge and experience relevant to the role as per the duties & responsibilities, eligibility criteria and post specific requirements of the role
Maximise the use of ICT, demonstrating excellent computer skills particularly Microsoft Office, Outlook etc.
Demonstrate the ability to work in line with relevant policies and procedures
Planning and Managing Resources
Demonstrate the ability to plan and organise own workload and that of others in an effective and methodical manner within strict deadlines, ensuring deadlines are met
Sets realistic goals and time-scales, taking account of potential problems and competing priorities
Devotes time and energy to the most important task at any given time
Maintains an awareness of value for money
Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making
Demonstrate numeracy skills, the ability to evaluate information, problem solve and make effective decisions
Makes decisions and solves problems in a timely manner before they accumulate
Team working
Demonstrate the ability to work on own initiative as well as part of a team
Contributes to a positive team spirit
Demonstrates a willingness to become involved and help team members if they are under pressure
Communication & Interpersonal Skills
Effective communication skills including the ability to present information in a clear and concise manner
Strong written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders; treats others with dignity and respect.
Demonstrate the ability to influence people and eventsGathers information from enough sources and other people to
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