Galway, Ireland
Full time, Permanent
Who We Are
Galway University Hospitals, comprising of University Hospital Galway (UHG) and Merlin Park University Hospital (MPHU), provide a comprehensive range of services to emergency and elective patients on an inpatient, outpatient and day care basis across the two sites.
GUH play a leadership role in acute service delivery providing regional services for a wide range of specialities and is also a designated supra regional centre for cancer and cardiac services serving a catchment area in the region of
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Description
Campaign Reference Number & Job
County:
Galway.
Hse Area:
HSE West & North West Region.
Staff Category:
Health and Social Care Professionals.
Contract Type:
Permanent, Whole Time.
Internal/External:
External.
Proposed Interview Dates:
Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date.
Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview.
The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Informal Enquiries:
We welcome enquiries about the role to:
Ms. Ciara Dolan, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist.
Ms Catherine O'Sullivan, Physiotherapist Manager in Charge III GUH.
Closing Date: 10:00am on Tuesday 24th of March, ****
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Location of Post:
HSE West and North West Region.
There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available in Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist (Acute Respiratory Medicine) in University Hospital Galway (UHG).
Galway University Hospitals (GUH) is a major academic teaching hospital with a large Physiotherapy Service – over 120 staff across two sites, University Hospital Galway (UHG) and Merlin Park University Hospital (MPHU).
GUH physiotherapy department provides a wide range of acute and rehabilitation services including: Critical Care, Cardiothoracic, Surgical, Medical, CF, Neurology, Care of the Older Person, Stroke, ESD Stroke, Oncology, Radiotherapy, OPRAH, Rehabilitation, Pediatrics, OPD, Plastics, Rheumatology, Orthopedics, Frailty at the Front Door and Women's Health.
As Galway University Hospitals is a split-campus hospital, the post holder will be primarily required to work from University Hospital Galway, but will be required to also attend clinics, and treat patients in Merlin Park University Hospital.
The Acute Respiratory Physiotherapy Service provides specialist assessment and treatment for adult patients with acute and chronic respiratory conditions across emergency department and medical wards.
The team delivers evidence-based respiratory care including airway clearance, ventilator support, early mobilisation and discharge planning, working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to optimise patient outcomes and support safe transitions of care.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for the post of G*****- Clinical Specialist (Acute Respiratory Medicine) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.
Application Details
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Post Specific Related Information
Demonstrate depth and breadth of respiratory physiotherapy experience in an acute hospital setting as relevant to the role, including management of adult patients requiring Non-Invasive Ventilation (NIV) and advanced airway clearance techniques and cough augmentation.
Experience in leading and supervising a team of physiotherapists.
Experience in developing and implementing pathways of care to enhance patient outcomes.
Benefits
Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days
Retirement Plans
Professional Development + Growth
Public Transport Assistance
EAP (Employee Assistance Programme)
Opportunities for Advancement
Great Location
Work/Life Balance
Relocation Assistance
Wellness Programs
Employee Recognition
Free onsite parking
Pension Scheme
Learning and development opportunities
Bereavement, Parental and Carers Leave
Critical Illness policy
Cycle to Work Scheme
E-Learning and Development opportunities
University Hospital Galway is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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