Senior Respiratory Physiologist

Purpose of the Role

The purpose of this post is to perform pulmonary function studies and sleep studies and to support the Respiratory teams and other teams with accurate test data in a professional manner, performing tests using a variety of skills, techniques and equipment.

A complete understanding of all the techniques and equipment associated with these tests as well as an ability to make accurate measurements is required.

Embrace and support any changes in technology, and assist in the implementation and operation of these changes.

The extent and speed of change in the delivery of health care is such that adaptability is essential in this position. The incumbent will be required to maintain and enhance their professional knowledge, skill and aptitudes necessary to respond to a changing environment.

The job description must be regarded as an outline of the major areas of accountability, which will be reviewed and amended on an on-going basis.

The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in ine with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services.

Essential Criteria:

Candidates must:

· Possess the BSc in Clinical Measurement from Technology University Dublin or Dublin Institute of Technology.

OR

· Possess an equivalent relevant scientific qualification (Level 8) as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurements Physiology (IICMP).

Or if qualified in or prior to 2005

· (a) Possess the Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement (MPPM) from Dublin Institute of Technology

OR

· (b) Possess an equivalent relevant scientific qualification as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Physiology (IICMP).

AND

· Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years’ satisfactory relevant post qualification experience working as a Respiratory Physiologist

Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above are met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

* Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter.

The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is Monday, 28th September 2026 by 23:45 pm Irish Time.

Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’.

Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.

For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Megan McGrane, Chief II Respiratory Physiologist, email: megan.mcgrane@childrenshealthireland.ie.

For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Specialist Victoria Gsamelova at Victoria.Gsamelova@childrenshealthireland.ie

PLEASE NOTE:

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2026 & 2027 for your information.

· 7th December 2026

· 4th January 2027

· 8th February 2027

· 8th March 2027

· 5th April 2027

· 10th May 2027

· 14th June 2027

· 5th July 2027

· 9th August 2027

· 6th September 2027

· 4th October 2027

· 1st November 2027

· 6th December 2027