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BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – WEST REGION POSTS OF: PERMANENT & TEMPORARY, FULL TIME & PART TIME SUPPORT WORKERS DEERPARK SERVICES, BALLINASLOE, CO. GALWAY JOB REF: 89900 A panel may be formed as a result of this process from which subsequent temporary or locum Support Worker appointments within the Deerpark Services may be made over the next 6 months. Location: Deerpark services is a developing community-based day and residential service in Ballinasloe. We provide community-based day, respite and residential services to adults with varying support needs based on personal outcome measures. Our focus is to form a relationship / partnership with each individual and their family to support people to be valued citizens in their local community and to have ordinary life experiences. We wish to create opportunities for people supported by our service to have valued social roles in their communities and to have the chance to form real friendships. The Role: The Support Worker will report to the Team Leader and will fulfil a key role in providing a safe, secure environment where individuals will participate in community and leisure activities, make choices and enjoy a lifestyle that fulfils their potential and expectations with opportunities for new experiences. We wish to recruit innovative, creative, visionary people who will relish the opportunity to assist in achieving this vision. We are looking for individuals with experience working within the Health Care/Intellectual Disability sector. Candidates need to be flexible and adapt to the needs of particular individual’s they support on a daily basis. Reporting/Responsible To: Team Leader/Team Manager/Service Coordinator/Area Manager Qualifications: Applicants must have a good general education. A recognised qualification appropriate to the field of Intellectual Disability is an advantage. A QQI Level 5 or higher is desirable. A full clean manual Driving Licence, which qualifies you to drive manual transmission vehicles on Irish Roads and use of your own car is an essential requirement. Fluency in verbal and written English is an essential requirement of this post. Experience required: Experience working with individuals with an intellectual disability and individuals with challenging behaviour is desirable. Skills: Candidates must be able to demonstrate flexibility, communication and team-working skills, together with an enthusiasm for the post. Working Hours: 78 hours per fortnight x 2 65 hours per fortnight x 1 All positions are based on a 7 day duty roster, involving working sleepovers, split shifts, day and night duty, public holidays and weekend work. The Brothers of Charity model of service is based on Personal Outcome Measures requiring employees to be flexible in their working hours to provide quality service delivery for each individual. Annual Leave: 22 days per annum. Remuneration: Department of Health Care Assistant (Disability Services) pay scale as per the consolidated salary scale dated 01st August 2025 - € 34,036 x 11 increments - € 46,652 (max) pro rata per annum. Long Service Increment (LSI) € 47,454 per annum is payable after 3 years on the maximum of the scale. Additional payments will be made for weekends, public holidays and night duty when worked. Tenure: Permanent, fill time and pensionable x 1 Temporary, full time and pensionable x 1 Permanent, part time and pensionable x 1 Probation: A probationary period of nine months from the date of appointment applies to the post. The employment may be terminated at any time during the probationary period should the employer find that the appointee is unsuitable to continue employment. The probation period may be extended at the Employer’s discretion Full job description attached. Closing date for receipt of completed application forms/CV’s online is 5pm, Friday 9th January 2026. Interviews will take place on week of 19th January 2026. The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland is an equal opportunities employer.
NSS Radiography Assistant, Breastcheck Western Unit
Description The National Screening Service (NSS) delivers four national population-based screening programmes – for cervical, breast and bowel screening and for detecting sight-threatening retinopathy in people with diabetes. Our programmes focus on looking for early signs of disease in healthy people, so that we can: Please refer to job description for detailed eligibilty criteria Join our team and we'll provide you with the support you need to deliver and succeed. This is an unmissable opportunity to join a diverse and supportive workplace where staff feel valued. #ChooseScreening
Facilities & Maintenance Technician
The role has ownership for providing facilities and planned maintenance activities, equipment moves management, Health & Safety and energy management of the highest quality standards, enabling the business to carry out its activities in a safe, productive & cost effective environment. Responsible for the safe and efficient execution of planned and unplanned maintenance of plant and utilities, in compliance with the companies EH&S and Quality standards. Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Training Information Systems Manager
The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are the largest independent furniture retailer operating on the island of Ireland. We also offer a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland and the UK. We employ almost 400 people and offer great career opportunities to our colleagues. Ez Living furniture is seeking a Training Information systems manager who will lead the training of staff on new systems across the company. This role is based in Head Office and Liosban, Galway and reports to Head of HR. The Key responsibilities shall be as follows.
Health and Safety Officer
Remuneration The salary scale for the post as of 01/08/2025: €60,013 €61,479 €63,192 €64,911 €66,636 €68,176 €69,745 €71,272 €72,788 €75,397 €78,015 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. Campaign Reference CHW142HS25 Closing Date Tuesday 16th December 2025 at 12 noon Proposed Interview Date (s) Proposed interview dates will be indicated at a later stage. Please note you may be called forward for interview at short notice. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one permanent whole time post available in Quality, Safety and Service Improvement, Community Healthcare Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. The post holder will be located in the Quality & Patient Safety Department, Toghermore House, Tuam, Co Galway, H54 T688. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Health & Safety Officer, Grade VII, Quality and Patient Safety, Community Healthcare, Galway Mayo & Roscommon, HSE West North West, from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Shannon Glynn, Head of Service QSSI Shannon.glynn@hse.ie 087 2847528 Details of Service HSE West and North West delivers a broad range of community services that include primary care, mental health, older persons, disability and health and wellbeing services across Galway, Mayo and Roscommon. These services are delivered through the HSE Integrated Healthcare Areas and its funded agencies to people in local communities, as close as possible to people’s homes. Reporting Relationship The post holder will report directly to the Head of Service QSSI or other nominated manager. Key Working Relationships As part of the Quality and Patient Safety Team, the Health and Safety Officer will maintain key working relationships with the following: IHA Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers, staff, National Health and Safety Function and the Workplace Health & Wellbeing Unit. Purpose of the Post · The purpose of the role is to facilitate compliance with the corporate Health & Safety Statement and associated processes, policies and legislation within the IHA. · To provide specialist advice, guidance and instruction regarding health and safety matters to the IHA Management Team, Heads of Service, frontline managers and staff, to assist IHA management and duty holders in ensuring that the high standards of health and safety as dictated by HSE Corporate and legislation are met and promote continuous improvement based on systematic organisational learning. · To advise and support management and duty holders in setting up, maintaining and improving systems that underpin an effective integrated health and safety governance system within the IHA. · To liaise with internal stakeholders such as the National Health and Safety Function (NHSF) and Corporate Committees such as the Health & Safety Management Advisory Committee (HSMAC) and the Risk Committee and external stakeholders such as the State Claims Agency and the Health and Safety Authority. · The post holder will be responsible for ensuring that national policy issued by the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit is implemented locally. This will include statutory and regulatory requirements of the Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit for the Health and Safety of healthcare workers. · The post holder will support the relevant manager in all communication processes and the collation, analysis and distribution (as applicable) of all IHA policies. Based on this information the post holder will produce regular reports to the following identifying areas for improvement: Locally · The Quality & Risk Manager · The Senior Management Team · Health and Safety Committees Nationally · National Health & Safety Function · Workplace Health and Wellbeing Unit Principal Duties and Responsibilities Operational Management Promote a positive safety and health culture in the IHA and assist management and duty holders in securing the effective implementation of the safety and health policy. · Coordinate the development of plans for areas of responsibility that contribute to achieving objectives set out in the Service Plan. · Support management and duty holders in ensuring a proactive and systematic approach to managing health and safety. · Issue recommendations on control measures to reduce adverse effects on the health, safety and wellbeing of staff, service users and members of the public. · Support management and duty holders in ensuring the management of health & safety in the IHA meets with the overall objectives of HSE Corporate and legislation. · Provide cross cover within the health and safety function as required. · Manage National Key Performance Indicators for example: Training · Promote local awareness regarding the need for training and supports available both locally and nationally. · Support services with maintaining training records within each local area. · Deliver training programmes as required. · Lead on local audit data from responsible persons and report on performance to the IHA Management Team, National Health and Safety Division as required. · In relation to standards, policies, procedures and legislation: o Maintain and develop competency in national standards from regulatory and legal bodies e.g. HIQA, the Mental Health Commission and the Health & Safety Authority. o Provide support to the IHA Management Team in the development of operational health and safety protocols. Corporate Governance · Establish and maintain Corporate Governance procedures, to ensure that the IHA Management Team are accurately appraised on the management of health and safety in the IHA. · Provide guidance to all IHA managers and staff and contribute to the development of corporate policy and decision-making activity. · Respond to changes in legislation and national policy in relation to health and safety and develop IHA policies, procedures and guidelines (PPPG) as appropriate to ensure compliance and implementation. · Establish systems to allow for appropriate organisational responses to national recommendations from relevant regulatory bodies. · Act as a liaison for the IHA on HSE Health & Safety matters. · Work with Estates to ensure an effective and co-ordinated approach to health and safety at IHA level. · Take strategic direction from the National Health & Safety Function (NHSF). · Act as lead liaison with the Health and Safety Authority (HSA) on health and safety management matters relating to the IHA. · Act as liaison with the State Claims Agency on health and safety management strategies aimed at reducing the incidence of harm and providing support to claims management structures to reduce cost to the HSE. · Act as liaison with insurers in relation to health and safety issues Service Development · Support IHA Managers in the development, implementation and monitoring of a comprehensive and effective safety management system. · Develop fit for purpose IHA safety and health policies, procedures and guidelines as appropriate for existing IHA activities and also with respect to new activities or processes where identified or requested by service areas. · In developing such PPPGs ensure that these align with HSE Corporate Health and Safety Policies and the Corporate Safety Statement. · Advise IHA leadership team on planning for safety and health, including the setting of realistic short and long term objectives, priorities and establishing adequate systems and performance standards. · Ensure that systems are in place to evaluate and review performance against agreed targets and performance indicators. Provide such information to requisite bodies where required. · Develop and maintain effective systems for learning and improvement with regard to health and safety within IHA. · Ensure effective processes for document management. · Liaise with key internal stakeholders to identify strategies and prioritise actions for managing risk. · Support and assist direct line managers within IHA responsible for motivation and management of teams in health and safety matters. · Support and assist individuals with key responsibility for health and safety within IHA. · Contribute to service planning and the estimates process and support the implementation of service plan objectives. This will include liaising with the National Health and Safety Division on current and future Health and Safety priorities/requirements. Communication · Ensure that senior managers are informed of changes to legislation and actions required to ensure compliance. · Promote IHA and HSE health and safety education programmes and work with key stakeholders to develop safe working conditions within the IHAs. · Foster a positive and supportive environment where staff learn from incidents and are willing to report adverse events. · Work in partnership with other internal work groups/ colleagues, leading and directing areas of work as appropriate. · Promote the National Health and Safety webpages and promotional campaigns to all staff and key stakeholders (e.g. European Week for Safety and Health). Other · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards and the Mental Health Commission 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 etcand 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. The above Job Description 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 Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: · Hold a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 8 (or higher) major academic award (e.g. Honours Degree or Higher Diploma) in Health and Safety, or other relevant area (that is, a qualification or cognate degree accredited by Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) for membership at Graduate or higher level). http://www.iosh.co.uk/Membership/About-membership/Qualifications.aspx AND · Have: o A minimum of 3 years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Officer / Advisor role, or o A minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in an Occupational Health and Safety Advisor/Officer (or equivalent) or Assistant role, and o Minimum of 1.5 no. years’ experience in healthcare in a clinical or support services role (i.e. a combined total of 3 no. years’ experience) AND · Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability, including a high standard of suitability and management ability, 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. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role and the post will require travel across Integrated Healthcare Area. 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 Demonstrate: · Expert knowledge of health and safety management systems, legislation and processes. · Knowledge and understanding of safety statements, risk assessment/risk registers/reporting, monitoring and auditing. · Expertise in preparing for internal and external standards assessments. · Understanding of the statutory requirements relating to health and safety, and demonstrate the ability to interpret the law in the context of the organisation. · Demonstrate theoretical and specialist practical knowledge of relevant national policies and strategy in relation to health and safety. · Ability to translate strategic goals into operational plans · An understanding of healthcare standards and their application to the healthcare setting. · Excellent MS Office skills to include, Word, Excel and PowerPoint · Knowledge and experience of using an email system effectively e.g. Outlook, Lotus Notes · Knowledge of the health service including a good knowledge of HSE reform Planning & Organising and Delivery of Results Demonstrate: · The ability to successfully manage a range of different projects and work activities concurrently, utilising computer technology effectively and assigning work to others as appropriate to meet strict deadlines · The ability to proactively identify areas for improvement and to develop practical solutions for their implementation · The ability to embrace change and adapt local work practices accordingly by finding practical ways to make policies work, ensuring the team knows how to action changes · The ability to use resources effectively, challenging processes to improve efficiencies where appropriate Evaluating Information, Problem Solving & Decision Making Demonstrate: · Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making skills · The ability to quickly grasp and understand complex issues and the impact on service delivery · The ability to confidently explain the rationale behind decision when faced with opposition · Ability to make sound decisions with a well-reasoned rationale and to stand by these · Initiative in the resolution of complex issues Building and Maintaining Relationships including Teamwork & Leadership Skills Demonstrate: · The ability to build and maintain relationships with colleagues and other stakeholders and to achieve results through collaborative working. · The ability to build influential relationships in order to establish credibility with internal and external stakeholders, regulatory and investigatory/auditing organisations. · The ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team and multi stakeholder environment · The ability to lead the team by example, coaching and supporting individuals as required. · The ability to manage and motivate staff to achieve optimum performance, and address performance issues as they arise. · The ability to present advice independently and effectively. · Flexibility, adaptability and openness to working effectively in a changing environment Commitment to a Quality Service Demonstrate: · Evidence of incorporating the needs of the service user into service delivery · Evidence of practicing and promoting a strong focus on delivering high quality customer service for internal and external customers · Demonstrate on-going Health and Safety CPD activity · Evidence of setting high standards of performance for self and others, ensuring accurate attention to detail and consistent adherence to procedures and current standards within area of responsibility Communications & Interpersonal Skills Demonstrate: · Effective verbal communication skills, delivering complex information clearly, concisely and confidently to a variety of audiences · Excellent written communication skills including strong report writing and presentation skills · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in order to deal effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
Retail Optical Assistant
Where customer service meets premium eyewear and medtech innovation. Are you looking for a retail role in eyecare where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance. What You’ll Do · Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice · Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs · Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology · Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks What You’ll Get · Free eyewear (up to €550 annually) from day one · 33 days holiday with buy/sell options · Family & friends discounts + free eye tests · Employee wellbeing support · Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn €77–€520/month — with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters — and it pays off. What We’re Looking For · Confident engaging with customers and recommending products · Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools · Positive team player with a can-do attitude · Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs
Senior Administrator
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Quality & Safety Manager
Quality & Safety Manager (Grade VIII), Portiuncula University Hospital Description Please download and submit application form for this exciting role through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) ***CV's not accepted for this campaign*** Application Form Only For Eligibility Criteria and further information on this post, please view the attached job specification below. Grade Code: 0655 County: Galway Hse Area: HSE West and North West Region Staff Category: Management Admin Contract Type: Permanent, Whole time Internal/External: External Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances Informal Enquiries: James Keane, General Manager, PUH Tel: 09096 48266 Email: james.keane@hse.ie Closing Date: Friday 19th of December 2025 @10am Location of Post Portiuncula University Hospital, HSE West and North West Region There is currently one permanent, whole time post available for immediate start. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises A supplementary panel may be formed from which current and future permanent and specific purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Please ensure you read the instructions for the completion of this Application Form and complete all areas, in full. Failure to complete all areas of the Application Form will result in you not being brought forward to the interview stage of the selection process Attachments See below
Customer Service Agent
Role Summary: Joining a team of 7 Customer Service Representatives and a Team Lead. The customer service agent is a ‘people Person’ and provides a professional and customer-focused skill set. The customer service agent helps our customers by providing information on our products and service, answer questions, and managing complaints. Customer Service Representative Responsibilities: · Maintaining a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude toward customers. · Responding promptly to customer inquiries. · Handling a high volume of calls · Communicating with customers via on the phone, email, live chat, or face-to-face. · Acknowledging and resolving customer concerns. · Communicating and coordinating with colleagues, as necessary. · Providing feedback on the efficiency of the customer service process. · Ensure customer satisfaction and provide professional customer support. Skills and Experience required : · Gained at least one years’ relevant experience preferably in a customer service environment. · Have good communication skills with an excellent telephone manner. · Have demonstrated a good working knowledge of Excel and Word. · Organised, diplomatic and a good team player. · A proven ability to work to targets and timelines. Terms:
CHW Senior Medical Officer Older People's Services
Senior Medical Officer Oifigeach Leighis, Sinsearach Older People’s Services, HSE West and North West Community Services Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title, Grade Code Senior Medical Officer (Oifigeach Leighis, Sinsearch) Older People’s Services ,HSE West and North West Community Services (Grade Code: 183T) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is at 01/08/2025: €95,845-€98,563-€101,316-€104,039-€106,766-€109,539- €112,091-€114,646 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 As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Campaign Reference CHW145SM25 Closing Date Monday 15th of December 2025 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There are currently two whole-time permanent vacancies for Senior Medical Officer available in: Joe and Helen O’Toole Community Nursing Unit in Tuam. Balllinasloe Community Nursing Unit A panel may be created for Senior Medical Officer (Older People’s Services) for Older People’s Services, Galway/Mayo/Roscommon from which from which all current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration for the post of Senior Medical Officer, (Older People’s Services) (Galway/Mayo/Roscommon) may be filled. Informal Enquiries For informal enquiries for further information about the role or to arrange a site visit. Contact; Jarlath Keady, Service Manager, Older Persons Residential Email: david.keady@hse.ie Phone Number: 087 281 2251 Sini Vargehese Email: Sini.Varghese2@hse.ie Phone Number: 086 6069365 Details of Service Older Persons Residential Services within the North, North West Regional Health Area promotes and engages in a person-centred approach to caring for the older person. The services incorporated into the Senior Medical Officer role include: Care of residents in respite/short term care/palliative care and continuing care services. The philosophy is to embrace a positive and empowering approach to later life. All services support and promote independence, health and wellbeing and aim to provide a safe and therapeutic environment where privacy, dignity and confidentiality are respected and actively promoted. Reporting Relationship The Senior Medical officer will report operationally to the Director of Nursing and Grade 8 residential Services manager Purpose of the Post To provide appropriate medical care and governance for residents/patients, which will be reflected in the medical care plan and, when appropriate, will include palliative and end of life medical management. The senior medical officer will ensure compliance with the medical review process as outlined in the Health Act 2007, Care and Welfare Regulations for Older People living in Designated centre. This will include medical reviews as required, four monthly medical reviews and a full review of all prescribed medications and the completion of a new/revised medication/prescription charts as required as to ensure compliance with hospital/national policies and in keeping with best practice. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Operational ● To attend the CNU Monday – Friday ensuring that patients/residents are admitted daily as required. The Medical officer will also attend the unit daily to do medical reviews/drug kardex etc as required. (As the service is in a transitional state 7/7 admissions may be required going forward. If required the medical officer will assist in obtaining a functional solution which allows 7/7 admissions. ● To attend at the CNU in emergencies when requested to do so by the Director of Nursing/Designated Officer. To be available at other times as the condition of the residents may render necessary. ● Out of hours the Senior Medical officer must have the appropriate arrangements in place to manage out of hours residents care need ● To act as Senior Medical Officer to the CNUs and to be responsible for the continuing medical care of the residents by: ● Visiting on a scheduled basis and addressing all medical needs of the residents. ● Ensuring that each resident is seen and assessed as frequently as their condition requires. ● Maintaining appropriate clinical records in respect of all the residents in the CNU and ensuring that these are updated on a regular basis. ● Giving all necessary directions as to the classification and treatment of each of the residents in the CNUs. ● Assessing referrals for respite/short term care in consultation with nursing personnel. ● Carrying out regular reviews of the residents and their medication three monthly and re-write drug charts six monthly and attending multidisciplinary team meetings if required. ● To act as a Senior Medical Officer to the CNU and to be responsible for the continuing medical care of patients as dictated by patient needs. ● To be responsible for meeting the needs of the full range of services provided from the CNU for all the residents. These may presently include or may include in the future: ● Continuing care / Long stay residents ● Assessment/rehabilitation/convalescent beds ● Respite care ● Dementia care ● Palliative care ● Day care unit ● Psychiatry of later life. Clinical ● Where relevant, work and liaise with the Consultant Physician/Geriatrician and or Consultant Psychiatrist (Later Life/Old Age/Medical) and other staff. ● To attend for the admission of new residents and review as required. ● Discussing the management of individual residents. ● Developing care programmes for individual residents. ● Assisting with the development of admission policies for the CNUs and medical management policies generally. ● To co-operate in the development and maintenance of policies, practices and procedures associated with the prescribing of drugs and administration of drugs consistent with legal provision and regulations. ● Providing on-going primary medical cover for residents under the care of the Consultant Psychiatrist of later life and/or other Consultants in the acute services. ● To view and carry out the medical certification of cause of death of residents before the resident is removed from the CNU. ● To liaise with the coroner as required when cause of death is not defined. ● To implement infection control and hygiene standards in the prevention of cross infection. ● To participate as required in meetings with: ● The clinical team managing the residents in the CNUs. ● Management or nursing staff associated with the management and development of services for CNUs and to promote an interdisciplinary approach to care. ● Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards & Regulations as they apply to the role for example, National Standards for Residential Care Settings for Older People in Ireland, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. ● 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 ● To work with the Director of Nursing/Designated Officer in all necessary matters affecting the general efficiency of the CNUs. ● To maintain such records and furnish such reports as may be required by the Health Service Executive from time to time. ● To co-operate with any service restructuring for the CNUs including such areas as admissions/discharges policy and planning initiatives proposed to promote and develop the integration of services provided in accordance with National and Health Service Executive. ● To promote and develop the efficient and effective use of drugs, equipment, consumables etc. in the delivery of services including participating in initiatives undertaken in these areas. ● To attend management team meetings associated with the management and development of the service for the CNUs. ● To co-operate with the development, introduction and operation of new technology in the services. ● To notify the Director of Public Health of any case of infectious or suspected infectious disease in the CNUs and to furnish him/her with such particulars as he/she may require in regard to each such case. In conjunction with the Director of Public Health to carry out such preventative measures e.g. immunisation, vaccination, etc. as may be necessary. ● To furnish, on request, to a Registered Medical Practitioner authorised by the Health Service Executive or the Minister, the clinical details regarding any person who is or has been under his/her care in the CNUs, on production of the written consent of the person (or the written consent of the person’s representative or next of kin). Whenever the Minister is of the opinion that it would not be in the interest of the common good to seek such consent and he certifies accordingly, the officer shall furnish the required information to a registered medical practitioner authorised by the Minister. Where, however, the officer is of the opinion that the nature of the case is such that he/she should inform the person of the requirement by the Minister, he/she shall be at liberty to do so. It is not intended that this requirement will operate in a manner which would detract from the person’s character or reputation. ● To examine any person referred to him/her by the Health Service Executive for examination and furnish to the Health Service Executive a full report of his/her findings on such examination, or the submission of such report, in which event the officer shall notify the HSE. ● To issue to or in respect of any resident under his/her care in the CNUs, without payment by or on behalf of the resident, or by the Health Service Executive, any certificates which might reasonably be required by such resident in regard to the state of his/her health in connection with his/her normal employment or his/her entitlement to benefit under any scheme of Social Insurance or Assistance. ● To report to the Director of Nursing/Designated Officer any matter, which he/she considers is adversely affecting the wellbeing of residents in the CNUs. ● To perform such other duties appropriate to his/her office as may be assigned to him/her by the General Manager from time to time. ● Have knowledge of National policies relating to care of the older persons. ● To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Education & Training · Participate in continuing professional development · Encourage ongoing training and development · Undertake audit · Work with the Principal Medical Officer and other staff in the Department of Community Health to foster a positive learning environment · Participate in ongoing training programmes as required and as appropriate Risk, Health & 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 appropriate action · Report any adverse incidents in accordance with organisational guidelines Management · Participate in the development and implementation of targets and plans for the Department of Community Health and help review progress and performance against those targets · Participate in and co-operate with the development of appropriate information systems and information technology systems relevant to the provision of community medical services within the care group · 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 etcand 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. 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 Candidates must have at the latest date of application: - 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience etc. Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed applications for the post: (i) Be a medical practitioner who is registered other than provisionally or temporarily on the Register of Medical Practitioners for Ireland or is entitled to be so registered. AND (ii) Possess a Masters in Public Health / Diploma in Public Health and /or equivalent qualification. Examples would include: (i) MSc in Community Health (ii) Masters in Community Child Health (UK) (iii) Membership of the Faculty of Public Health Medicine (Ireland or UK) (iv) Membership of the Irish College of General Practitioners (v) Membership of the Royal College of General Practitioners (UK) (vi) Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (Ireland or UK) (vii) Membership of the Faculty of Paediatrics (Ireland or UK) (viii) Membership of the Faculty of Occupational Health (Ireland or UK) AND (iii) Have had, since becoming entitled to full registration, at least five years satisfactory experience in the practice of the medical profession. Please note that appointment to and continuation in posts that require statutory registration is dependent upon the post holder maintaining annual registration in the relevant division of the register maintained by the Medical Council of Ireland . 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. Post Specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of knowledge/experience in General Practice, working with Older people Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role. 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. OR (iii) Suitably qualified, non-resident non-EEA citizens. The HSE welcomes applications from suitably qualified, non-resident non-EEA citizens, and will support successful candidates in their application for a Work Permit, as applicable. Read more about Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment Work Permits . To qualify candidates must be eligible by the closing date of the campaign. Skills, competencies and/or knowledge The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following attributes: Professional/Clinical Knowledge · Demonstrate excellent track record in community medicine and a demonstrable commitment to best practice · Demonstrate the capacity to manage the service in an effective and resourceful manner within a model of person-centred care. · Demonstrate a high level of clinical and professional knowledge relevant to the role. · Demonstrate a high degree of commitment, professionalism and dedication to the philosophy of quality health care provision. Planning and Organising Resources · Demonstrate ability to plan, organise and deliver services in an efficient, effective and resourceful manner, within a model of patient centred care and value for money · Demonstrate ability to manage deadlines and effectively handle multiple tasks · Demonstrate ability to adapt to changing sets of demands / work environment. Building and Maintaining Relationships: Leadership, Managing People and Team Skills · Demonstrate ability to build strong relationships and networks at all levels within and outside the organisation. · Demonstrate effective leadership and team skills including the ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment. · Demonstrate flexibility and openness to change and ability to lead and support others in a changing environment · Demonstrate ability to manage, motivate and develop staff to maximize performance at work · Demonstrate the ability to foster a learning culture amongst staff and colleagues to drive continuous improvement in services to patients. · Demonstrate ability to work effectively with multi-disciplinary teams · Ability to influence others. Commitment to Quality Service · Demonstrate understanding of, and commitment to, the underpinning requirements and key processes in providing quality patient centred care · Demonstrate an ability to monitor and evaluate service performance and levels of care Evaluating Information and Judging Situations · Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills including the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions especially with regard to service delivery. Communication and Interpersonal Skills · Display effective interpersonal and communication (verbal and written) skills including skills in multi-disciplinary working and the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families, etc ; the ability to give constructive feedback · Demonstrate competency in general use of information technology-computers, office functions, internet for research purposes, email, preparation of presentation materials etc. 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 that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should 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. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . 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 Medical Officer Oifigeach Leighis, Sinsearach Older People’s Services, HSE West and North West Community Services Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are 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 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ Remuneration The salary scale for the post is at 01/08/2025: €95,845-€98,563-€101,316-€104,039-€106,766-€109,539- €112,091-€114,646 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 As per HR Circular 012/25 Please note that previous experience working in the public service counts only where the individual was employed directly by the relevant Civil Service/Public Body. It does not apply for temporary assignments with those bodies while engaged as an agency worker and employed by a private sector employment agency. Exemptions can be found at the following link. HSE Guidelines on Terms and Conditions of Employment provides additional information. https://www2.healthservice.hse.ie/organisation/national-pppgs/guidelines-on-terms-and-conditions-of-employment/ 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 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. Ethics in Public Office 1995 and 2001 Positions remunerated at or above the minimum point of the Grade VIII salary scale are designated positions under Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995. Any person appointed to a designated position must comply with the requirements of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 as outlined below: A) In accordance with Section 18 of the Ethics in Public Office Act 1995, a person holding such a post is required to prepare and furnish an annual statement of any interests which could materially influence the performance of the official functions of the post. This annual statement of interest should be submitted to the Chief Executive Officer not later than 31st January in the following year. B) In addition to the annual statement, a person holding such a post is required, whenever they are performing a function as an employee of the HSE and have actual knowledge, or a connected person, has a material interest in a matter to which the function relates, provide at the time a statement of the facts of that interest. A person holding such a post should provide such statement to the Chief Executive Officer. The function in question cannot be performed unless there are compelling reasons to do so and, if this is the case, those compelling reasons must be stated in writing and must be provided to the Chief Executive Officer. C) A person holding such a post is required under the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 to act in accordance with any guidelines or advice published or given by the Standards in Public Office Commission. Guidelines for public servants on compliance with the provisions of the Ethics in Public Office Acts 1995 and 2001 are available on the Standards Commission’s website https://www.sipo.ie/ . [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
