Clinical Specialist Radiographer Cath Lab
Job Summary
RecruitNet International Ltd specialises in healthcare recruitment for both domestic and overseas candidates across hospitals nursing homes home care and community care settings.
We are currently hiring Clinical Specialist Radiographer - Cath Lab for a reputed hospital in Dublin Ireland.
Responsibilities
- Perform and assist with specialised imaging procedures within the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory (Cath Lab).
- Operate and optimise fluoroscopy and angiography equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
- Support interventional cardiology procedures including coronary angiography angioplasty stent insertion and pacemaker implantation.
- Ensure radiation safety and compliance with national guidelines and departmental protocols.
- Prepare patients for procedures providing information reassurance and monitoring throughout the examination.
- Collaborate with cardiologists nurses physiologists and multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient care.
- Maintain accurate patient records imaging documentation and procedural data.
- Lead quality assurance audit and service improvement initiatives within the Cath Lab.
- Provide clinical supervision teaching and mentorship to radiographers students and junior staff.
- Participate in equipment management troubleshooting protocol development and implementation of best practices to support a safe and efficient Cath Lab service.
- Hold the Diploma of the College of Radiographers (Diagnostic) a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiography or an equivalent qualification.
- Qualification must be recognised and validated by the Irish Institute of Radiography and Radiation Therapy (IIRRT).
- Be registered with CORU.
- Possess a minimum of 6 years post-qualification experience in a Cardiovascular Angiography/Cath Lab setting.
- Demonstrate ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities in line with IIRRT requirements and relevant to the Clinical Specialist Radiographer role.
- Have proven experience working effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Demonstrate the ability to perform efficiently and maintain high standards in a fast-paced high-pressure clinical environment.
- Ability to effectively manage both clinical and non-clinical situations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to engage and collaborate with staff clinicians and management at all organisational levels.
- Interest and involvement in quality improvement initiatives within Interventional Cardiovascular Services.
- Strong commitment to lifelong learning and professional development.
- Demonstrated capacity for accountability leadership and independent decision-making.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Learning and Development Support.
- Defined Contribution
- Pension Scheme
- Maternity Leave
Required Skills:
Hold the Diploma of the College of Radiographers (Diagnostic) a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Radiography or an equivalent qualification. Qualification must be recognised and validated by the Irish Institute of Radiography and Radiation Therapy (IIRRT). Be registered with CORU. Possess a minimum of 6 years post-qualification experience in a Cardiovascular Angiography/Cath Lab setting. Demonstrate ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) activities in line with IIRRT requirements and relevant to the Clinical Specialist Radiographer role. Have proven experience working effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team. Demonstrate the ability to perform efficiently and maintain high standards in a fast-paced high-pressure clinical environment. Ability to effectively manage both clinical and non-clinical situations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to engage and collaborate with staff clinicians and management at all organisational levels. Interest and involvement in quality improvement initiatives within Interventional Cardiovascular Services. Strong commitment to lifelong learning and professional development. Demonstrated capacity for accountability leadership and independent decision-making.