Senior Cardiac Physiologist (Part Time) – UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, Dublin
Location: Sports Surgery Clinic.
Job type: Permanent.
Overview of role
We are hiring a Senior Cardiac Physiologist on a part-time basis to fulfil a key position in our Pre-Assessment Clinic.
Hours of work are 15 hours per week, Tuesdays and Fridays.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Participate in setting standards and satisfying expectations in the quality of care.
Be aware of the role as a professional and undertake practice within the relevant framework.
Ensure strict confidentiality in relation to the patient's records and facilitate adherence with UPMC SSC policy in relation to the Data Protection Act *****).
Participate in the work practices already established within the Department.
Be aware of legislation and amendments governing or affecting Cardiac Physiologists and/or Allied Health Professionals and issues of Health and Safety.
Ensure the quality of documentation of reports is in accordance with local service and professional standards.
Communicate verbally and/or in writing results, data interpretation and reports to the relevant team and consultants in accordance with service policy.
Participate as part of a multi-disciplinary team as appropriate, communicating and working in cooperation with other team members.
Ensure that all reasonable precautions and safeguards are implemented for the provision of a safe-work environment for all persons and clients required to be in the Department in accordance with Current Health & Safety at Work legislation.
Assume responsibility for own learning and development needs with evidence of commitment to on-going professional development.
Exercise initiative and diplomacy when dealing with patient care issues.
Keep accurate and complete clients records in accordance with documentation policy.
Attend all mandatory training and ensure compliance with hospital policy.
Ensure the safe, economical and correct use of all hospital equipment.
Report faulty equipment to the relevant Department.
Ensure that appropriate stock levels of consumables are available and that stocks are replenished.
Ensure that accurate reports of any accidents/incidents which may occur are completed.
Adhere to the safe custody of patient belongings and valuables as per hospital policy.
Be willing to be deployed to other areas suitable to level of competence if/when required.
Qualifications & Experience
BSc in Clinical Measurement from Dublin Institute of Technology or Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin) OR equivalent relevant scientific qualification (Level 8) as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurements Science (IICMS) or Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science awarded on or before ****.
Certificate in Medical Physics and Psychological Measurement (MPPM) from Dublin Institute of Technology.
Minimum of 5 years full-time (or an aggregate of 5 years full-time) relevant post-qualification experience as a Cardiac Physiologist.
International recognition of qualification with the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Physiology (IICMP).
Knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.
Ability to conduct all technical aspects of Cardiac Physiology testing.
Post-Specific Requirements
Be competent in performing and reporting transthoracic echocardiography independently.
Perform resting ECGs.
Pacemaker and ICD/CRT programming for theatre.
Report procedure findings and highlight abnormal findings.
Desired
BSE in Echocardiography or EACVI Adult transthoracic Echocardiography accreditation.
IBHRE (International Board of Heart Rhythm Examiners), Heart Rhythm UK.
IT skills.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UPMC is an equal-opportunity employer.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits
Compensation
– Competitive pay for the work employees do, base pay, performance-related pay and premium pay where applicable.
Performance and Recognition
– Rewards for performance that support the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.
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 ****.
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.
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