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St Columcille’s Hospital Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Data Analyst (Grade VI) (Grade Code: 0574) Campaign Reference SCH-042-2026 Closing Date 12 Noon Thursday 2nd July 2026 Proposed Interview Date(s) Candidates will normally be given at least two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post 1 Whole time permanent position A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Grade VI positions within St Columcille’s Hospital from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Jessica Sinclair, Operations/Deputy Hospital Manager GMoffice.sch@hse.ie 012115214 Reasonable Accommodations Candidates who require a Reasonable Accommodation/s to support their participation, at any stage, in the recruitment and selection process, should email hr.sch@hse.ie Details of Service St. Columcille’s Hospital is located on the border of County Wicklow. It provides a range of services to a diverse population covering South County Dublin and County Wicklow. St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH), is a Model 2 hospital with 116 inpatient Beds, 8 Day Beds, 9 Beds in MAU (Medical Assessment Unit) and 6 in the IU (Injuries Unit). These services include a Cardiac Rehabilitation Unit, Injury Unit, Medical Assessment Unit, acute medical in-patient services, day surgery, outpatient care and diagnostic services. St. Columcille’s Hospital has a national speciality in obesity and also gender management and is a referral centre for bariatric surgery. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the Operations/Deputy Hospital Manager or other delegated manager Purpose of the Post This post holder will be responsible for: · The purpose of the Grade VI, Data Analyst is to lead, support and participate in a range of performance monitoring activities, to contribute to the overall improvement of data across the system and to ensure data is reported accurately. · To work as part of a team and provide quality (timely, accurate and easily interpreted) reporting & business intelligence services for St Columcille’s Hospital · To collect, analyse, interpret data and business information in relation to St Columcille’s Hospital and provide all relevant stakeholders with ongoing timely reports, analysis and business intelligence around same Principal Duties & Responsibilities The position of Grade VI Data Analyst encompasses both managerial and administrative responsibilities which include the following: Data & Information Management · To demonstrate the ability to confidently navigate and utilise multiple systems. Capability of extracting, analysing, and presenting data to support activity reporting and statistical requirements in line with HSE standards. · To design and produce reports and briefings in such formats as agreed with the General and Operations manager. · Leading, preparing and presenting performance dashboards. · Where monitoring systems are currently in place, to supervise the timely and accurate delivery of performance data in line with the format and required timescales. This includes both routine and periodic information returns. · Where no or little information currently exist, to develop performance monitoring systems, procedures and practices to enable the Executive Management Team to monitor activity effectively. · To be responsible for the production of monthly, quarterly, annual and ad-hoc hospital reports and information profiles. · Develop a detailed understanding of the hospital data flows and processes · Work with and provide reporting skills and advice for various hospital committees · Provide reports that are easy to interpret including dashboards and other forms of visualisation · Develop a detailed understanding of Data Sets, Data Standards and Data Fields of key systems to support provision of quality information reporting · Automate production of reports · Train users in the operation of reporting systems through the development of suitable reporting systems. · Provide ongoing user and management support and advice. · Investigation and analysis of work procedures and practices. · Produce and maintain documentation. · Meet the reporting requirements of key stakeholders including the General Manager, Executive Management team, and also various staff who get regular reports at national level · To work independently with service providers to improve and enhance both the quality of performance data to meet the needs of regional reporting structure. This will also include a key role in the development of information standards, to oversee the implementation of such standards across the hospital and to work in collaboration with external sources (e.g. REO, IHA, and Department of Health). · To work in collaboration with senior management and HSE staff on developing required performance analysis. · Provide advice to other staff on reporting and analytics · To take lead responsibility for the production of performance analysis for key aspects of services within the hospital. · To take lead responsibility for communicating with senior management and HSE staff generally the results of performance analysis. This will also include developing further performance analysis as a result of an iterative performance management process in collaboration within the Region. · To lead or participate in a variety of change management process. Such change management processes will involve the use of performance measurement and management activities. · To take lead responsibility for communicating with senior management and HSE staff generally the results of performance analysis. This will also include developing further performance analysis as a result of an iterative performance management process in collaboration within the Region. · To develop and supervise auditing and quality assurance processes to ensure the accuracy and validity of information and any performance analysis. · Maintain own knowledge of relevant HSE policies, procedures, guidelines and practices to perform the role effectively and to ensure current work standards are compliant. · To work as part of the team toward the objectives of the St Columcille’s Hospital. · Mapping out design for future developments together with the key stakeholders. · Contribute to the optimal use of data systems functionality. · Data entry as required · Maintain confidentiality and a high level of professionalism at all times. · To provide cross cover as required. · Responding to ad-hoc data and report requests KPI’s development · The post hold will work with user departments in meeting KPI data requirement · The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) · The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets. · Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture. · In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession. · The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective. General · Maintain own knowledge of relevant HSE policies, procedures, guidelines and practices, to perform the role effectively and to ensure current work standards are met by own team. · Maintain own knowledge of relevant regulations and legislation e.g. National Financial Regulations, Health and Safety Legislation, Employment Legislation, FOI Acts etc. · Ensure consistent adherence to procedures within area of responsibility. · Ensure consistent adherence to policy and legislation governing the HSE. · Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. · 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, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Administration · Ensure the efficient day-to-day administration of area of responsibility · Execute assignments in accordance with agreed plans, budgets, and deadlines · Ensure deadlines are met and that service levels are maintained · Ensure an even distribution of workload among team, taking into account absence due to annual leave etc · Ensure policies and procedures are well documented and understood and adhered to by staff in own section · Ensure accurate attention to detail in own work and work of team · Use appropriate technology to ensure work is completed to a high standard · Ensure that archives and records are accurate, maintained confidentially and readily available to the appropriate authority · Ensure line management is kept informed of issues · Ensure that the service is kept informed and that their views are communicated to middle management · Represent the Data & Analytics Team on committees and groups as required · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service 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 them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience This campaign is confined to staff who are currently employed by the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies*, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 as per Workplace Relations Commission agreement -161867. (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Have satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body which provides services on behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 . Or (ii) Have obtained a pass (Grade D) in at least five subjects from the approved list of subjects in the Department of Education Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish. Candidates should have obtained at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects in that examination. Or (iii) Have completed a relevant examination at a comparable standard in any equivalent examination in another jurisdiction And (iv) Hold a comparable and relevant third level qualification of at least level 6 on the National Qualifications Framework maintained by Qualifications and Quality Ireland, (QQI). Note1: Candidates must achieve a pass in Ordinary or Higher level papers. A pass in a foundation level paper is not acceptable. Candidates must have achieved these grades on the Leaving Certificate Established programme or the Leaving Certificate Vocational programme. The Leaving Certification Applied Programme does not fulfil the eligibility criteria. and (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability, for the proper discharge of the office. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. * A list of ‘other statutory health agencies’ can be found: https://www.gov.ie/en/organisation-information/9c9c03-bodies-under-the-aegis-of-the-department-of-health/?referrer=http://www.health.gov.ie/about-us/agencies-health-bodies/ Post Specific Requirements · Significant experience of working with high volumes of data, under tight deadlines using data analysis / Data Visualisation tools with the ability to confidently navigate and utilise multiple systems and applications which includes but is not limited (e.g. Power BI / Excel / Tableau) also including use of advanced excel functionality. · Experience in the preparation of high-quality reports including use of advanced excel functionality within extremely tight deadlines, this includes the management of large datasets and databases and the production of reports using complex information from different sources. · Experience of working in a busy office environment managing competing priorities and deadlines, where the ability to analyse and interpret information to make decisions quickly and accurately where required while working collaboratively with multiple internal and external stakeholders as relevant to this role. Other requirements specific to the post · A flexible approach to working hours is required in order to ensure deadlines are met. · Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role · The post holder will be required to undertake further training to develop advanced skills in Excel etc. Additional eligibility requirements Citizenship requirements Eligible candidates must be: (i) EEA, Swiss, or British citizens OR (ii) Non-European Economic Area citizens with permission to reside and work in the State Read Appendix 2 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information on accepted Stamps for Non-EEA citizens resident in the State, including those with refugee status. To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Professional Knowledge & Experience · Knowledge of best practice in relation to monitoring systems, the design of information capture systems, data standards, data validation and quality assurance approaches. · Knowledge of IT based data management systems and data visualisation. · An understanding of the challenges of complex projects in the context of new technology, process, change and interdependency management. · Excellent experience and knowledge in advanced Excel · Knowledge of the health service including a good knowledge of HSE reform. · An understanding of the corporate planning, business information and performance assurance process. Knowledge and understanding of Data Protection Legislation. · Experience of preparing reports including presentation of statistical data. Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrate the ability to effectively plan and manage resources, effectively handle multiple projects concurrently, structuring and organising own workload and that of others effectively. · Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for the timely delivery of agreed objectives. · Challenges processes to improve efficiencies where appropriate, is committed to attaining value for money. Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making · Demonstrate numeracy skills, an ability to analyse and evaluate information, considering a range of critical and complex factors in making effective decisions. Recognises when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of management. · Demonstrate initiative in the resolution of complex issues / problem solving and proactively develop new proposals and recommend solutions. · Ability to confidently explain the rationale behind decisions when faced with opposition. Team Working · The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team and multi stakeholder environment. · Demonstrate an ability to work as part of the team in establishing a shared sense of purpose and unity across a number of teams delivering on different projects. · Demonstrate leadership; creating team spirit; leading by example, coaching and supporting individuals to facilitate high performance and staff development. · Demonstrate a commitment to promoting a culture of involvement and consultation within the team, welcoming contributions from others. Communications & Interpersonal Skills · Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to present complex information in a clear, concise and confident manner (written & verbal). Strong presentation skills. · Demonstrate the ability to influence people and events and the ability to build and maintain relationships with a variety of stakeholders, working collaboratively within a multi stakeholder environment. · Demonstrate commitment to regular two-way communication across functions and levels, ensuring that messages are clearly understood. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting /Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out based on information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the job specification may be reviewed. This job specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Data Analyst (Grade VI) Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is permanent and whole time. The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004, the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004, and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The Salary scale for the post is: (as at 01/02/2026) €57,898, €59,278, €60,963, €64,126, €66,017, €68,372, €70,734 LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. You are required to work agreed roster/on-call arrangements advised by your Reporting Manager. Your contracted hours are liable to change between the hours of 8.00am and 8.00pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of collective agreements and HSE Circulars. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004. Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26-week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. In the HSE, all Mandated Persons under the Children First Act 2015 are appointed as Designated Officers under the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998. You should check Schedule 2 of the Children First Act 2015 to see if you are a Mandated Person, and therefore a HSE Designated Officer, and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of 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, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training need assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are managed appropriately and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
Medical Secretary - CITC
Job Purpose The Grade IV Medical Secretary will provide an exceptional and comprehensive administration support service within the Cancer Directorate. The post holder will ensure all duties and responsibilities are delivered to the required operational standards, in line with the Mater Capability Framework. The post holder may be required from time to time to work across different locations within the directorate, and will be expected to provide cover for colleagues during periods of absence. We reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive high volume of applications. For all informal queries, please contact Elizabeth OBoyce, Administration Team Manager at eoboyce@mater.ie
Hospital Chaplain
Hospital Chaplain Part Time (31 hours per week) Permanent Position The successful candidate will work within our chaplaciny services providing spiritual and emotional support to patients, families, and staff. The successful candidate must
Receptionist
Role Summary The post holder will be part of the administration team that supports the hospital. This is a crucial role acting in a front of house position, managing the hospitals switchboard and patient and visitor queries. The reception is operated 365 days a year, including weekends and all bank holidays. Principal Duties and Responsibilities • Operation of the hospital’s switchboard with efficiency and courtesy at all times. • Be responsible for all aspects of the work involved in the reception area. • Manage patient, staff, family and visitor interactions with empathy and excellent communication skills. • Mange and sort internal/ external post daily. • Communicate relevant information to the wider hospital when appropriate, eg. on call rotas. • Manage the ordering and logging of taxis. • Send SMS reminders to patients for upcoming appointments. • Coordinate visitor sign ins with the security team. • Coordinate walk-in assessments and admissions with the appropriate staff, ensuring accurate record keeping and electronic records and kept up to date. • Complete complaints / adverse incident reports where necessary on the appropriate IT system. • Update, manage and distribute the hospital’s telephone listings. • Observe the reception area and report entry of any unauthorised persons to the security team and Head of Operations when necessary. • Assist with the issuing and collection of bleeps • Support other staff with the operation of ICT equipment ad software available at reception, eg. fax machine, binding machine, photocopier. • Participate in all staff development and in-service training relevant to the post as may be organised by the hospital • Provide administrative support for any other team within the administrative department as directed by the Administrative Coordinator or a person designated by him/her. • Be actively involved in future service developments within the hospital. • To be fully familiar with the terms of the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act and all relevant policy documents of the organisation; i.e. Employee Handbook, Safety Statement, Guidelines for Investigation of Allegations of Non-Accidental Injury and Safeguarding of Vulnerable Adults and Vulnerable Adolescents. • To be fully familiar with the policies, procedures, protocols and guidelines relevant to the reception area and to be fully compliant with same. • To respect and operate within the framework of the tradition, character and Ethos which govern the work of the Hospital. • To ensure that all departmental reports and Centre records are confidential to the service at Saint John of God Hospital and to maintain confidentiality in respect of matters which come to your knowledge in the course of your official duties. • Demonstrate flexibility in performing your duties and if necessary to work outside the standard working hours should the business need arise. • Assist with data entry projects or administrative work as assigned by the Administrative Coordinator or a person designated by him/her. • Perform any other duties as may be reasonably required. This job description is not exhaustive and will be subject to review in light of experience and/or changing circumstances and will include any other duties that may be assigned to the post from time to time as may be reasonably determined by the Administrative Coordinator, Head of Operations, Chief Executive or the designated nominee. Person Specification: Essential Criteria • Leaving Certificate or FETAC Level 5 or equivalent required as a minimum • Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role • Excellent IT skills - Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Office Suite • Display excellent customer care skills and empathy Desirable Criteria • Previous experience in busy hospital or other clinical receptionist role desirable Health • A candidate for and any person holding this office must undergo medical examination and be free from any defect or disease which would render him/her unsuitable to hold the office and be in a state of health as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to attend regular and efficient service. Character • A candidate or any person holding this office must be of good character. Garda clearance is a mandatory requirement.
Catering Assistant, Evening Shift
Catering Assistant - Evening Shift (Emergency Dept) Permanent Part-Time (22.5 hours per week) The purpose of this post is to assist as required in all aspects of the catering function as designated, in the Emergency Department (ED) Pantry. Please see a detailed job specification attached. This catering assistant permanent part time is specifically for ED evening shift. The shift time is from 15.30pm until 20.30pm over 7 days. Please note we reserve the right to close this competition early if we receive a high volume of applications.
Senior Physiotherapist In Rehabilitation Including Orthopaedics
FISITEIRPEOIR SINSEARACH/SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST (rehabilitation) Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Senior Physiotherapist/Fisiteirpeoir Sinsearach in rehabilitation, 1 WTE, (Grade Code: 3158) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is: €64,551, €65,928, €67,348, €68,754, €70,160, €71,642, €73,203, €74,758, €76,007 (February 2026) New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Campaign Reference SCH/031/2026 Closing Date 17:00hrs Friday 3rd July 2026 Proposed Interview Date (s) Candidates will normally be given at least One weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post HSE Dublin and South East -, St Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown, Co Dublin, D18 V9K1 FSS Bhaile Átha Cliath agus an Oirdheiscirt - Ospidéal Cholm Cille, Baile Uí Lachnáin, Co. Bhaile Átha Cliath, D18 V9K1 There is currently 1 WTE permanent full time vacancy available in St Columcilles Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Senior Physiotherapist from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration in that speciality may be filled. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Please Contact Ms. Suzanne Noёl, Physiotherapy Manager, St. Columcille’s Hospital, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin. Tel: 01 211 5142 Email: Suzanne.Noel@hse.ie Details of Service HSE Dublin and South East Region provides health and social care services in Carlow, Kilkenny, South East Dublin, South Tipperary, Waterford, Wexford and East Wicklow. Community Healthcare Services are the broad range of services in a non-acute hospital setting, delivered as close as possible to people’s homes at the right time, in the right Place, by the right team. There are 70 Primary Care Centres in the Region and specialist teams working in Mental Health, Health and Wellbeing, Social Care and Disability Services. Services are provided in various settings including the service user’s own home, day hospitals, community nursing units, hostels, specialist day care centres, training centres, respite care, and residential services. The region is served by 11 hospitals and the services delivered include inpatient scheduled care, unscheduled/emergency care, maternity services, outpatient and diagnostic services. St. Columcille’s Hospital is a level 2 hospital. It is committed to providing a quality, patient focused service in a way that meets all patient needs in an equitable, efficient and safe manner. We acknowledge the contribution of each member of staff and aim to encourage and support them in their on-going professional development. The hospital has a total of 115 inpatient beds, along with specialized units, including: Ortho rehabilitation Stroke Rehabilitation 4 beds dedicated to the Centre of Obesity Management programme, A 7-bed Day Surgical Unit, A 9-bed Medical Assessment Unit, and A 6-bed Local Injuries Unit. Services provided at SCH are: MAU/LIU Radiology General Medicine including Gastroenterology, Gerontology, Respiratory Medicine, Endocrinology and Cardiology Minor Day Surgery Out-Patient Services including Pain Management Services, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Day Hospital for the Older person, Memory Technology & Resource Suite, National Centre for Obesity Management National Gender service The Hospital also provides Nutrition and Dietetics, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy, Cardiac Diagnostic and Rehabilitation Services. The stroke rehabilitation unit is on St. Brigids Ward and is for the patients of St. Columcille’s Hospital (SCH) who are Admitted from our MAU or transferred from St. Vincents University Hospital Stroke Rehabilitation Team and has a 0.5 WTE senior assigned to this unit. The ortho rehabilitation unit is located in St Annes Ward and receives surgical orthopaedic patients from SVUH under the care of the ortho geriatricians that work across the 2 sites. Due to the age cohort of the population, there is a large proportion of patients that present with Parkinson’s Disease. These patients are not cohorted on a ward and under any specific team The person appointed to this post will: - · Work as a 1 WTE Senior Physiotherapist in the SCH to provide senior level decision making ensuring Best Practice Physiotherapy for the Rehabilitation of Inpatients of St. Columcilles, mainly Orthopaedic rehab · Be responsible for and coordinate the Physiotherapy Service, for the 12 bedded Ortho Geriatric rehabilitation unit on St. Annes Ward. · Work closely with the Annes Ward multidisciplinary team and the Physiotherapy Inpatient team to ensure an evidence based effective Physiotherapy Service to the Patients within SCH · Be responsible for the physiotherapy supervision of the Physiotherapy Assistant. · Provide physiotherapy assessment, treatment, discharge planning and onward appropriate referrals for patients who attend · Provide evidence-based assessment, treatment and management and rehabilitation of patients with diagnoses including Parkinsons and Vestibular problems, · Cover for Stroke rehabilitation and older person seniors if the urgent need arises · Supervision of a staff grade working on the wards · Assist the other Senior Physiotherapists in the running the inpatient service and Older persons services Reporting Relationship The post holder will report to the Physiotherapy Manager at St. Columcille’s Hospital. The professional reporting relationship for clinical governance will be through the professional line management structure in the SCH Peer supervision from the other Senior Physiotherapists in older persons services and inpatients, and Supervision/PDP/Clinical Governance from Line Manager – Physiotherapy Manager Purpose of the Post · To be responsible for the provision of a high quality, evidence-based Physiotherapy Rehabilitation service including the ortho Geriatric Rehabilitation unit in accordance with standards of professional practice · To work in conjunction with other team members in setting up, co-ordinating and developing the service to meet the needs of the population it serves in line with the objectives of the organisation · To ensure the co-ordination, development and delivery of a quality, client centred physiotherapy service to the Inpatients of SCH especially in the Ortho rehabilitation unit · To carry out clinical and educational duties as required ie to carry out clinical supervision of the staff grade physiotherapists who rotate onto the wards and education of colleagues in all physiotherapy aspects of Physiotherapy Rehabilitation including Orthopaedics · To be responsible for the supervision of UCD and TCD Students while on placement here on the wards in SCH as we are a tutor site for TCD and UCD students · To analyse and submit accurate metric stats for the inpatient department and the Stroke unit · Participate in relevant research activity and engage with relevant professional bodies · Please refer to the Details of Service section above · Join the weekend Respiratory Physiotherapy Service on a rota basis Principal Duties and Responsibilities Professional / Clinical The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Communicate and work in co-operation with the SCH staff in providing an integrated quality physiotherapy service, taking the lead role as required · Be a lead clinician in assigned, allocated clinical areas of responsibility and carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post · Take a lead role in service set up and development as relevant to the role · Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice · Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate · S/He may be required to work as a key worker for particular cases · Be responsible for standards of professional and clinical practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s) in line with the Scope of Practice of Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists and national, regional and local Health Service Executive (HSE) guidelines, policies, protocols and legislation · Be a clinical physiotherapy resource in Medical Rehabilitation including Orthopaedics for SCH staff · Plan and manage resources efficiently in assigned areas of responsibility · Communicate effectively with and provide instruction, guidance and support to, staffclients, family, carers etc. · Document client records in accordance with professional standards and SCH policies · Apply health promotion as an ethos across the clinical area to promote health and wellbeing · Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences etc. · Develop and promote professional standards of practice · Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance · Seek advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required · Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists Education & Training The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Participate in mandatory training as per SCH/HSE guidelines · Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with Physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self-directed learning, research, clinical audit etc. · Take part in teaching / training of SCH staff as necessary · Engage in personal development planning and performance review for self and others as required Quality Safety & Risk The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Be responsible for the set-up, co-ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice and professional standards · Help develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards · Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in accordance with legislation · Assess and manage risk in their assigned area(s) of responsibility · Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area(s) · Report any deficiency/danger in any aspect of the service to the team or line Manager as appropriate · Be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids and appliances both by clients and staff under their supervision · Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes · Oversee, monitor and uphold the standards of professional practice within the Inpatient Physiotherapy team Administrative The Senior Physiotherapist will: · Contribute to the service planning process · Assist SCH and relevant others in service development encompassing policy development and implementation · Review and evaluate the Physiotherapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services · Collect and evaluate data about the service area as identified in service plans and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best practice · Collate and maintain accurate statistics and render reports as required · Represent the team at meetings and conferences as appropriate · Inform the line manager of staff issues (needs, interests, views) as appropriate · Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace · Participate in the control and ordering of Physiotherapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Physiotherapy/SCH staff · Assist with the accountability for the budget, where relevant · Keep up to date with organisational developments within all relevant related services · Engage in IT developments as they apply to clients and service administration · Perform such other duties appropriate to the role 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. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates for appointment must:- (i) Hold a Physiotherapy qualification recognised by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU. Please see list of acceptable Physiotherapy qualifications:- https://coru.ie/files-registration/hse-list-of-physitherapist-qualificatoins.pdf AND (ii) Be registered on the Physiotherapist Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU AND (iii) Candidates must have three years fulltime (or an aggregate of three years fulltime) post qualification clinical experience AND (iv) Have the requisite knowledge and ability in the area of older persons physiotherapy stroke rehabilitation (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office 2. Annual Registration On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU 3. Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC) Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Age Age restrictions shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age. Post Specific Requirements The candidate must have evidence of training/experience in the following:- · Have evidence of sufficient recent clinical experience in Inpatient Orthopaedic and Medical Rehabilitation · Demonstrate evidence of both formal and informal CPD in the area of Orthopaedic rehabilitation and Rehabilitation · Have sufficient respiratory skills to manage general medical respiratory conditions of inpatient rehabilitation patients who present under your care and partake in the weekend Physiotherapy Service on a rota basis Skills, competencies and/or knowledge · Demonstrate a high level of clinical knowledge and evidence-based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role · Demonstrate an ability to apply knowledge to best practice · Demonstrate the ability to effectively evaluate information and make appropriate decisions · Demonstrate the ability to plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner within a model of person-centred care · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment · Demonstrate a commitment to assuring high standards and strive for a user centred service in line with best practice and professional standards · Display effective communication and strong interpersonal skills including the ability to build and maintain relationships and be an effective and leading multi-disciplinary team member · Demonstrate the ability to lead and manage a team effectively · Display awareness and appreciation of the service users and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect · Demonstrate initiative, flexibility and openness to change · Demonstrate ability to utilise supervision effectively · Demonstrate a commitment to continuing professional development · Demonstrate sufficient command of the English language (verbal and written) to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role · Demonstrate a willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore, it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not progressing to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process, where applied, will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long-term health condition. Read more about the HSE’s commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles to be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards to be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. Read the CPSA Code of Practice . The reform programme outlined for the health services may impact on this role, and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. SENIOR PHYSIOTHERAPIST Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancy available is Permanent and Full time 1 WTE post (35 hours per week). The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration in the speciality may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The standard weekly working hours of attendance for your grade are 35 hours per week. Your normal weekly working hours are 35 hours. Contracted hours that are less than the standard weekly working hours for your grade will be paid pro rata to the full time equivalent. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 1st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to on the 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. Visit HSE Children First for further information, guidance and resources. Infection Control Have a working knowledge of 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, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents.
