Basic Grade Vascular Physiologist

Job Title: Basic Grade Vascular Physiologist

Department: Vascular Physiology

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 35 hours per week

Blackrock Clinic is the leading and longest established private hospital and clinic in Ireland. Since it opened in the mid-1980s, the clinic has consistently built an unparalleled reputation in new high-tech surgical procedures, medical treatments, and ground-breaking diagnostics.

Blackrock Clinic is now part of Blackrock Health private hospital group along with the Hermitage Clinic, Galway Clinic, and Limerick Clinic, some of the most advanced hospitals in Irish private healthcare. As a JCI accredited hospital, Blackrock Clinic is a progressive and pioneering hospital in which care for the patient is central to everything we do.

Role Purpose:

To provide an effective, efficient and high-quality Vascular Imaging service in a patient centred environment. The purpose of this service is to provide diagnostic assessment and assist in treatment plans for identified patients as directed by the Chief Vascular Physiologist.

Qualifications:

Each candidate must on closing date for applications;

(i) Possess the BSc in Clinical Measurement from Dublin Institute of Technology or equivalent.

Or

(ii) Possess the Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement (MPPM) from Dublin Institute of Technology or equivalent.

Or

(iii) Possess an equivalent relevant qualification (Level 8).

And

Candidates must be able to demonstrate the clinical capacity and administrative capacity associated with the role.

Desirable however not essential

Accreditation by the Society of Vascular Technology Great Britain and Ireland (SVTGBI) or American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS).

Key Responsibilities:

The Vascular Department provides a full range of non-invasive Vascular diagnostic services for in patients and outpatients. The person holding this post is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times!

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate an appropriate level of knowledge and competence and be suitably qualified to perform in all of the following:

• Record patient case histories and carry out relevant tests
• Conduct a full range of non-invasive vascular tests including physiological exams such as ABI's, duplex imaging of carotid and vertebral arteries, peripheral arteries and veins, abdominal studies, segmental pressures & exercise testing. Training will be provided.
• Compile a report on all tests performed (as per department protocol).
• Assist in the care and maintenance of all equipment in the Vascular Diagnostic Unit
• Participate in research under the direction of the Chief Vascular Physiologist and/or the Vascular Consultant
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned from time to time
• To act for other staff in their absence as required
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safety at all times.

The successful candidate should also:

• Have the ability to follow direction from senior staff.
• Be competent in managing patients presenting for investigation.
• Have full knowledge of ethical principles, standards, policies and protocols required in Vascular Diagnostics.
• Ensure that services are provided to an agreed standard in line with departmental policies and procedures.
• Ensure an understanding of the importance and relevance of quality in relation to their everyday work.
• Ensure that effective safety procedures are in place to comply with the Health, Safety & Welfare at Work Act.
• You will be aware of the confidential nature of hospital work and in particular the patient's right to confidentiality.

At the Blackrock Clinic, we are passionate about our people and believe in their development and growth. As a member of the team you can benefit from:

• Competitive salary
• Pension
• Discounted cafe
• Sports and Social club
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted onsite pharmacy

Please Note:

Job descriptions are a reflection of the present service requirements and may be subject to review and amendments to meet the changing needs of the service. Please note that we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient applications are received.

Blackrock Clinic is an Equal Opportunities employer, and we are committed to creating an environment that promotes equality and dignity at work.

Blackrock Clinic is committed to providing reasonable accommodation when needed. Please advise if you have particular requirements, so that we can look into arranging reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process. You can contact us at [email protected]

It is essential that you have valid work permission for the Republic of Ireland to take up employment for this position, or in the case of critical skills, you must be eligible for a work permit.