Position: Cardiac Physiologist - Staff Grade Reports to: Chief II Cardiac Physiologist Location: Galway - Ireland Salary: €39,500 - €51,500DOE

Position Overview:

Performance of the Cardiac Physiologists role in supporting invasive cardiac investigations and interventions, including full participation in the 24/7 on-call Primary PCI Service, as part of the National ACS Programme.

Performance of all non-invasive cardiac investigations or other duties deemed appropriate to your position, coupled with providing assistance to the Chief II and Chief I Physiologists in providing and developing a busy service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This busy Cardiac Department carries out a comprehensive range of invasive and non-invasive cardiac investigations as outlined below. The post holder will be expected to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge and competence and be suitably qualified to perform/train in all of these areas.

The Cardiac Catheterisation Physiologist, Staff Grade, should be familiar with the techniques and range of equipment used in current medical practice for the diagnosis, treatment and care of cardiac patients including resuscitation equipment.

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·???????Resting ECG, performance, interpretation and analysis.

·???????Physiologist managed exercise stress testing (as per British Society protocols) performance. Interpretation and analysis for reporting.

·???????Ambulatory blood pressure monitoring and analysis.

·???????Ambulatory ECG monitoring and analysis.

·???????Event recorder monitoring and analysis.

·???????Adult Echocardiography and reporting.

·???????Transoesophageal echo.

·???????Pharmacological stress echo.

·???????Cardiac catheterisation laboratory: diagnostic and interventional including the use and maintenance of all equipment associated with this area, balloon pump etc.

·???????ICD/CRT follow-up.

·???????Loop recorder implant and follow-up.

·???????Pacemaker implantation temporary and permanent.

·???????Pacemaker follow up to high standards.

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Professional/ Clinical

·??????Carry out his/her duties to the appropriate level and under the appropriate supervision of the leading Cardiac Physiologist and in cooperation with the Consultant Cardiologist or other persons designated by the Health Service Executive.

·??????Calibrate and maintain all equipment which includes sterilisation where necessary.

·??????Perform the procedure, report and highlight abnormal recordings.

·??????Carry out portable testing in some cases.

·??????Participate in in-patient care, preparation and reassurance of patient.

·??????Initiate and participate in dealing with medical emergencies including cardiac resuscitation.

·??????Be involved in the development of new procedures which may be introduced.

·??????Participate in the development of operational policy and best practice.

·??????Provide first line maintenance, electrical safety checking and calibration of equipment.

·??????Support nursing, medical and technical staff in the implementation of patient care involving technology.

·??????Have a clear appreciation of electrical safety requirements, and a clear understanding of potential sources of Macroshock and Microshock.

·??????Take responsibility for the care and cleanliness of all equipment and accessories used.

·??????Act for other staff in their absence as required.

·??????Adhere to departmental patient policies at all times.

·??????Follow instruction and directions given by Chief or Senior Physicist in relation to radiation protection.

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Administration

·??????Be responsible for history-taking and interpretation to provide priority, co-ordination and delivery of service as per request forms.

·??????Be responsible for generating appointments as per departmental policy.

·??????Keep such records appropriate to his/her office as he/she may be required by the Health Service Executive.

·??????Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration

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Education and Training

·??????Update his/her knowledge and training accordingly as medical procedures change and developments are introduced.

·??????Contribute as required to the development of training program for established staff and external groups.

·??????Attend staff training programmes.

·??????Participate in the development of the continuous professional education program including the performance of national and/ or international accreditation examinations provided by British Society of Echocardiography, NASPE, BPEG, or other programs as per departmental requirements.

·??????Be willing to mentor junior staff as and when required.

·??????Maintain a personal record of professional development.

·??????Keep up-to-date with developments within the organisation, HIQA and the Irish Health service.

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We are open to speaking to people currently living in Ireland with the relevant requirements and would also be able to assist overseas / Expat workers looking to return to Ireland.

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Please apply through the link provided or send your cv direct to [email protected] and we will come back to you as soon as possible to answer any queries or provide extra advice/information.