Clinical Specialist Cardiac Physiologist – Echocardiography (FTC)

Develop plan organise and implement the cardiac physiology service in collaboration with the Chief I and Chief II Cardiac Physiologists ensuring high standards of clinical practice and patient care.

Supervise support and coordinate the Cardiac Physiologists within the department including participation in recruitment staff evaluations performance reviews and workforce planning.

Provide specialist expertise in cardiac diagnostics with comprehensive knowledge of procedures techniques equipment accurate measurements and developments within the specialist area.

Develop and implement structured orientation induction training and competency programmes for new and existing staff including physiologists working within the Cath Lab.

Ensure the timely and accurate delivery of cardiac procedures while maintaining appropriate departmental records correcting outstanding documentation and maintaining patient confidentiality.

Ensure all cardiac equipment is maintained and operated in accordance with manufacturers specifications report malfunctions promptly and contribute to equipment evaluation and purchasing recommendations.

Maintain and develop cardiology policies and procedures while supporting infection prevention medication management electrical safety incident reporting and a safe working environment.

Communicate effectively and professionally with Consultants GPs hospital staff patients and multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient needs are appropriately addressed.

Participate in quality improvement initiatives audits departmental meetings incident investigations and the continuous development of cardiac physiology services in line with current best practice.

Maintain professional competence through mandatory training study days continuing professional development and a professional portfolio while acting as a preceptor or supervisor for students and newly appointed staff.

Hold a BSc in Clinical Measurement a Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement from Dublin Institute of Technology or an equivalent recognised qualification.

Hold A.S.C.S.T. membership with the Association for Cardiological Science and Technology (UK) or an equivalent professional qualification.

Have a minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience working within a Cardiology Department.

Possess a valid Advanced Life Support (ALS) certification and demonstrate a strong general knowledge of cardiology.

Demonstrate strong clinical competence and relevant practical experience within a Cardiology Department.

Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team with a motivated innovative and collaborative approach to work.

Demonstrate knowledge of current developments in the specialist area and the ability to contribute to the ongoing development and improvement of the cardiac physiology service with a willingness to pursue IBHRE/BHRS certification in the future.