26UHWA0604 Cardiac Physiologist, Staff Grade

University Hospital Waterford•Waterford, MI

About The Position

PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM FULLY Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Cardiac Physiologist will: Perform the following procedures: o Resting ECG; interpretation and highlighting abnormal findings o Exercise stress testing; perform and report o Ambulatory ECG and BP monitors; fit and analyse o Pacemaker and ICD/CRT follow-up clinics, reprogramming and reporting o Transthoracic echocardiography; perform and report o Contrast echocardiography; perform and report o Dobutamine and exercise stress echo; perform and report o Assist with transoesophageal echocardiography o Assist with diagnostic and interventional procedures in Cath. Lab o Assist with primary PCI cases o Assist with loop, pacemaker and implantable defibrillator implants o Report procedure findings and highlight abnormal findings to relevant team Take part in the current on-call Primary PCI rota and any future extensions to this service Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s) Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of cardiac diagnostic services for service users according to service standards and best practice Prioritise and allocate work and promote positive staff morale and team work in conjunction with the Chief Cardiac Physiologist Foster and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, front line managers, and other healthcare personnel in the team Ensure the quality of documentation of reports are 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 Attend clinics, review meetings, team meetings, case conferences, as designated by the Chief Cardiac Physiologist 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 Operate within the scope of practice and in accordance with local guidelines Education and Training Participate in mandatory training programmes Participate in continuing professional development including in-service training, attending and presenting at conferences / courses relevant to practice, contributing to research etc. as agreed by the Chief Cardiac Physiologist Engage in support / supervision with peer Cardiac Physiologists and Managers and participate in performance review Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student cardiac physiologists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision of other students and attend practice educator courses as appropriate Assist newly qualified staff, ensuring they have adequate induction and supervision Health and Safety Promote a safe working environment in accordance with health and safety legislation Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards Actively participate in risk management issues, identify risks and take responsibility for corrective actions Report any adverse incidents in accordance with organisational guidelines Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections and Hygiene Standards and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service Administrative Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service Promote good working practice and uniformity of standards of best practice Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Cardiac Investigations Department service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services, in collaboration with the Chief Cardiac Physiologist and relevant others Take part in the development and implementation of service / business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. and report on outcomes in collaboration with the Chief Cardiac Physiologist Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, organisational requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, and render reports and other information / statistics as required Represent the department at meetings and conferences as appropriate Liaise with the Chief Cardiac Physiologist regarding the needs, interests and views of Cardiac Diagnostic staff Promote good team working, and a culture that values diversity Participate in the management of stock and equipment in conjunction with the Chief Cardiac Physiologist Engage in IT developments as they apply to service users and service administration Keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the Irish Health Service Perform such other duties appropriate to the office as may be assigned by the Chief Cardiac Physiologist The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.

Responsibilities

Perform resting ECG, exercise stress testing, ambulatory ECG and BP monitors, pacemaker and ICD/CRT follow-up clinics, transthoracic echocardiography, contrast echocardiography, dobutamine and exercise stress echo.
Assist with transoesophageal echocardiography, diagnostic and interventional procedures in Cath. Lab, primary PCI cases, and loop, pacemaker and implantable defibrillator implants.
Report procedure findings and highlight abnormal findings to relevant team.
Participate in the on-call Primary PCI rota.
Maintain standards of practice for self and staff.
Manage own caseload and provide cardiac diagnostic services.
Prioritise and allocate work, promoting positive staff morale.
Foster professional relationships with colleagues and healthcare personnel.
Ensure quality documentation of reports.
Communicate results and reports to the relevant team and consultants.
Participate as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Attend clinics, review meetings, team meetings, and case conferences.
Ensure timely execution of duties in line with local policy guidelines.
Adhere to existing standards and protocols, and develop strategies for quality improvement.
Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics, and legislation.
Operate within the scope of practice and local guidelines.
Participate in mandatory training programs and continuing professional development.
Engage in support/supervision with peers and participate in performance review.
Manage and play a key role in the practice education of student cardiac physiologists.
Assist newly qualified staff with induction and supervision.
Promote a safe working environment in accordance with health and safety legislation.
Participate in risk management issues and report adverse incidents.
Have a working knowledge of HIQA Standards and comply with HSE protocols.
Support sustainable energy, water, and waste initiatives.
Coordinate and deliver service, promoting good working practice and uniformity of standards.
Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Cardiac Investigations Department service.
Take part in the development and implementation of service/business plans and audits.
Oversee the upkeep of accurate records and render reports as required.
Represent the department at meetings and conferences.
Liaise with the Chief Cardiac Physiologist regarding the needs and views of Cardiac Diagnostic staff.
Promote good team working and a culture that values diversity.
Participate in the management of stock and equipment.
Engage in IT developments as they apply to service users and service administration.
Keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the Irish Health Service.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Chief Cardiac Physiologist.