Applications Are Invited For The Position Of
Respiratory Physiology Manager – Permanent, Full Time
At Blackrock Health Galway Clinic, the Respiratory Physiology Manager will lead a dynamic, patient‑focused diagnostic service, ensuring the delivery of high‑quality respiratory and sleep investigations. This role combines clinical expertise with strategic leadership, service development, and team management.
The Role
Act as a clinical /technical specialist within the respiratory investigations unit and provide clinical/technical advice as required to respiratory physiologists and medical colleagues
Promote and facilitate the preparation and implementation of service plans, operational plans, practices and procedures which are quality driven, patient focused and which help to improve efficiency and effectiveness of services and raise and maintain standards and reduce costs
Be responsible for the co‑ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice
Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of respiratory diagnostic services for service users according to service standards and best practice
Supervise staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the hospital management
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 co‑operation with other team members
Ensure that staff in the department arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner, and in line with local policy guidelines
Be responsible for adhering to existing standards and protocols and for the development and maintenance of standards / strategies for quality improvement and outcome measurement
Ensure that professional standards are maintained in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation
Remain abreast of clinical/technical developments across a broad range of manufacturers, acting as appoint of contact for company representatives
Participate in research projects where necessary
Actively participate in risk management issues, identify risks and take responsibility for corrective actions
Encourage and promote the on‑going professional development of all staff within this area
Maintain and enhance expertise through on‑going education and training where appropriate
The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with the Hospital’s service plan targets
The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets
Candidate Requirements
BSc in Clinical Measurement or Certificate in MPPM prior to 2005 or an equivalent qualification
5 years’ post qualification experience
Demonstrate the necessary experience and knowledge to carry out the duties of the role in a competent and safe manner
Committed to maintaining and enhancing professional knowledge and skills
Provide a quality service in an effective and resourceful manner
Team skills and leadership skills including the ability to work within a multi‑disciplinary team
Demonstrate the initiative, drive and enthusiasm to carry out the role successfully
Effective planning and organising skills including the ability to meet deadlines, work on own initiative and multi‑task
Ability to work professionally at all times when dealing with patients, staff and the public
Be able to multi‑task and prioritise effectively. Flexibility essential
Self‑motivated, highly organized, able to communicate effectively with a wide range of people
Blackrock Health Galway Clinic is an Equal Opportunities Employer
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