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Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025 . Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Senior Grade Physiotherapist to join our team in in Dublin South East (CHO6). We have full-time and part-time opportunities currently located in Leopardstown and Sandymount. Leopardstown Our Leopardstown office is ideally situated within a HSE building at Leopardstown Shopping Centre, offering excellent connectivity, convenience, and a vibrant working environment. Located directly on the Luas Green Line and just minutes from the M50, it ensures easy access for commuters from across the city and beyond. The shopping centre offers a range of amenities including Dunnes Stores, coffee shops like Vanilla Pod and Costa, ample parking, a pharmacy, and dry cleaning services among other retailers, making it a practical and attractive location for staff. Sandymount Our Sandymount office is located in a vibrant seaside village with a welcoming community feel. Just a short walk from Sandymount Strand, the village offers a great mix of cafes, restaurants, and local shops, including a Tesco for convenience. The office is served by the DART commuter train and central bus routes, making it easily commutable from the city and surrounding areas. Contract Type: Permanent Post Contract Hours: Full and Part Time Posts available Salary Scale: €62,072 - €73,477 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 33 days pro rata per annum and proportionately less for less than 12 months service. Overview of the Post: To work as a senior member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children and families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a physiotherapy support to an assigned caseload which may include children and their families on the community team and/or an assigned special school team. This will include assessment diagnostics and intervention, clinical and performance supervision and ongoing service delivery to children with a range of disabilities attending our service. Services are provided to children aged 0 – 18 years with physical, sensory, and/or learning disabilities, and/or developmental delay. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: 1. Candidates for appointment must: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 8th May 2026 Interview date for successful candidates: TBC A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies in CHO6 Dublin services, including Sandymount and Leopardstown, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Basic Psychologist
Would you like to work for a great employer? Enable Ireland is an organisation that makes a real difference to the lives of children and adults with disabilities in Ireland, and is named as one of Ireland's Irish Independent 150 Best Employers 2025. Enable Ireland, as an equal opportunities employer, proudly maintains a Silver Award in Diversity from the Irish Centre for Diversity. We vigorously advocate for fairness, respect, equality, diversity, inclusion, and engagement, and are dedicated to ongoing enhancement in these areas. We are currently seeking a highly-motivated Basic Grade Psychologist to join our team currently based in Sandymount and Leopardstown. Leopardstown Our Leopardstown office is ideally situated within a HSE building at Leopardstown Shopping Centre, offering excellent connectivity, convenience, and a vibrant working environment. Located directly on the Luas Green Line and just minutes from the M50, it ensures easy access for commuters from across the city and beyond. The shopping centre offers a range of amenities including Dunnes Stores, coffee shops like Vanilla Pod and Costa, ample parking, a pharmacy, and dry cleaning services among other retailers, making it a practical and attractive location for staff. Sandymount Our Sandymount office is located in a vibrant seaside village with a welcoming community feel. Just a short walk from Sandymount Strand, the village offers a great mix of cafes, restaurants, and local shops, including a Tesco for convenience. The office is served by the DART commuter train and central bus routes, making it easily commutable from the city and surrounding areas. Contract Type: Permanent Post Contract Hou rs: Full Time Post, 35 hours per week Salary Scale:€60,342 - €105,535 pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) This pay scale is subject to increases in 2026 in accordance with the recent WRC agreement towards enhanced pay adjustments in Section 39 organisations. Annual Leave Entitlement : 34 days pro rata per annum and proportionately less for less than 12 months service Overview of the Post: To work as a member of the interdisciplinary team providing services to children and families within the region. The post holder will be responsible for the provision of psychology services including assessment and intervention to children accessing the Early Intervention service as appropriate. Overview of Duties & Responsibilities: Please see Job Description for full list of duties. The successful candidate will have: Essential Criteria: 1. Candidates for appointment must: If you believe you would fit the role then please submit your application today. Benefits As a staff member of Enable Ireland, you will have access to a wide range of benefits, including: · Excellent internal and external training opportunities · Generous annual leave entitlements · Flexible Working · Long service reward scheme · Pay adjusted Maternity Leave · Pay adjusted Adoptive Leave · Pay adjusted Paternity Leave · Wellbeing benefits · Pension For a full list of our benefits & conditions, please click here: What now? To apply, please download the Job Description and Person Specification for your information and complete the online application form. CVs will not be accepted. Closing date for applications: 08/05/2026 Interview date for successful candidates: TBC A panel may be formed from this vacancy for any similar vacancies, which may arise during the next 12 months. · The post will be subject to reference checks and may be subject to Garda vetting/police clearance, as relevant. · Due to the large volume of applications, we are not in the position to provide individual feedback to applicants who are not shortlisted for interview. · Applications are invited from suitably qualified applicants from all sections of the community. · The above information serves only as a guide to the advertised position. Enable Ireland, at its discretion, reserves the right to change this prior to appointment. · Please review Enable Ireland’s Rezoomo Privacy Policy here: https://enableireland.ie/resources/publications/rezoomo-privacy-policy · Please review the Enable Ireland’s External Data Protection Notice available at https://www.enableireland.ie/privacy-policy for details on how Enable Ireland processes applicant’s personal information. Please note if you are invited for interview, we will share your personal data with: 1) Any virtual service provider we use to host the interview; and 2) the interview panel (if applicable). Your information will be stored for this purpose in line with our retention policy
Pre-registration Student Undergraduate Bsc General Nursing / Staff Nurse
Campaign Reference Number & Job Title: PRSNLUH2026 Pre-Registration Student Undergraduate BSc. General Nursing/Permanent Staff Nurse (upon registration) Grade Code: Grade code: 2635/2135 County: Donegal Hse Area: HSE West & North West Staff Category: Nursing Contract Type: A panel may be created from this campaign for Pre-Registration Student Undergraduate BSC. General Nursing / Permanent Staff Nurse (upon registration), Letterkenny University Hospital, from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full time or part time duration may be filled. Internal/External: Internal Informal Enquiries Ms Emer Duffy Nurse Practice Development Coordinator / Assistant Director of Nursing Tel: 0874469686 E: emer.duffy4@hse.ie Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one week’s notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Closing Date: Monday 11th May 2026 @ 10am Location Details: Letterkenny University Hospital, Saolta University Health Care Group Initial assignment will be to Letterkenny University Hospital. The successful candidate may be required to work in any service area within the vicinity as the need arises. Application Details Applications must be submitted via Rezoomo only. Applications received in any other way will not be accepted. There will be no exceptions made. Post Specific Related Information Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification and Additional Campaign Information. All of these documents are located at the bottom of this advertisement. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification before completing your CV and cover letter. Full details on this campaign plus the answers to many queries such as: Am I eligible to apply? Where are the posts? What will my salary be? If I apply what happens next? are available in the document Additional Campaign Information for this recruitment campaign. We strongly recommend that you read the information in this document carefully before making an application. Take time to read through the various sections, which take you through the process from beginning to end
Clinical Nurse Manager Cancer Trials
HSE Mid West is recruiting! Clinical Nurse Manager 2 Cancer Clinical Trials Grade Code 2119 HSE Mid West – University Hospital Limerick FFS An Íarthar Láir – Ospideál Ollscoile Luimnigh The current vacancy available is permanent and whole-time in Cancer Clinical Trials, University Hospital Limerick. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Clinical Nurse Manager 2 – Cancer Clinical Trials HSE Mid West Acute Services from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries We welcome enquiries about the role. Contact: Ms. Lorraine O Connell, Clinical Nurse Manager 3, Cancer Clinical Trials Unit, UHL. Email: lorraine.oconnell@hse.ie Phone: 087-2342937 Contact UHLRecruitment@hse.ie for enquiries relating to the recruitment process.
Support Worker, Tralee Residential Services
As a Section 39 organisation, KPFA operates its own pay scales. Annual increments are awarded up to the maximum point of the relevant scale. WE ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION Post: Support Worker Contract: Permanent, Part-Time (28 hours per week) Location: Tralee Residential Services (currently operating in Kilmorna, Listowel) *Please note, rosters may be subject to change due to the Operational requirements of the Service* If you are dedicated to making a positive impact and empowering people to thrive in their every day interests and pursuits; then we want to hear from you. The Role: The Support Worker will play a vital role in empowering individuals by planning and setting meaningful goals that address their unique personal, social, recreational, academic, independent living, community integration, training, and supported employment needs. They will actively guide and support individuals to realise their aspirations, helping them reach identified priorities and achieve greater independence and self sufficiency. They will also advocate for inclusion and active participation in the community, ensuring access to opportunities that promote social and personal growth. The Support Worker operates within a person centred framework, prioritising each individual’s choices and needs. They will work closely with both internal and external services, fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership, and building strong relationships with families to ensure holistic support. In addition to supporting adults with intellectual disabilities, the Support Worker will be responsible for maintaining accurate records, completing relevant reports, and ensuring all documentation meets required standards. The role includes providing physical, emotional, psychological, and healthcare support, all while promoting dignity, respect, and personal autonomy. They will also facilitate life skills development through hobbies, interests, and activities, teaching skills such as budgeting, cooking, communication, and time management to promote greater independence. The Support Worker will work alongside a range of healthcare professionals to ensure all aspects of care are delivered to the highest standard. Their input will be essential in creating care plans that are responsive to evolving needs, fostering personal growth, wellbeing, and a sense of belonging within the community. This is a dynamic and rewarding position that requires dedication, a commitment to lifelong learning, and a strong passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those supported. Essential Criteria: Employee Benefits: Sick Pay Scheme, Paid Maternity Leave, Flexible Working, Employee Assistance Programme, Pension Scheme, Parking ( Site Dependent), Generous Annual Leave, Access to income continuance scheme, Discounted Health Insurance and Access to training. (A panel may be formed from which future vacancies for Tralee Residential Services may be filled up to the 31st of December 2026) *In relation to offers of employment, evidence of relevant employment experience must be clearly detailed in both your application form and CV. Failure to provide this information, along with a satisfactorily completed verification of service form before an agreed start date, will result in placement at Point 1 of the applicable scale. Incremental credit will only be applied from the date correct documents are submitted.* Your CV and application must be written independently and accurately reflecting your own experience, skills, and competencies. The use of AI or automated tools to complete any part is not permitted. Canvassing Any attempt by candidates or others acting on their behalf, directly or indirectly, through written communication or any other means, to canvass or influence in the candidate's favour any staff member of Kerry Parents and Friends Association, or any individual involved in interviewing or evaluating applicants, will result in the candidate's automatic disqualification from the position. Kerry Parents and Friends Association is an equal opportunities employer
Training Centre Manager
Training Centre Manager (Workshop Manager) Post - School Eduation & Training Services Salary: Workshop Manager Scale – Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales Workshop Manager : The 5 -point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026: €53,751, €55,550, €57,451, €59,434, €61,551 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland 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. Note: Applicants will be shortlisted based on the information provided on application. We are seeking a motivated and dynamic Training Centre Manager to join our Post‑School Education and Training Services. This is an exciting opportunity to support individuals with an intellectual disability and/or autism to live meaningful, self‑directed lives within their communities. The successful candidate will lead educational day service teams and play a key role in service development, transformation, and continuous improvement in line with New Directions standards. Key Responsibilities Informal enquiries can be made to Paul Sherlock, Manager on 086 417 8396. Completed application forms must be returned no later than Sunday 10th of May 2026. A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, full time or part-time Training Manager positions that may arise across Horizons. Visit our Website: Work with Us - Horizons
Senior Supervisor Instructor, Training Centres, Day Services, Community Hubs
Senior Supervisor/Instructor Community Hubs , Day Services, Training Centres (aligned to the Workshop Supervisor/Instructor, Senior salary scale) Salary: The 11-point salary scale for the post as of 01/02/2026. €41,021, €41,898, €43,163, €44,475, €45,837, €47,245, €48,705, €50,217, €51,799, €53,476 €55,252LSIs New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland (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. Fulltime Permanent, 39 hour working week This role will be based in Horizons Training Centres, Day Services and Community Hubs that are located across Cork City & County. This shift pattern for this role will generally be Monday to Friday however flexibility with will be required in line with service delivery. As part of this role you will be supporting the people we support, to live a life of their choosing in their day service/ community hub / training centre. In line with the UNCRPD and New Directions, Horizons strives to support people realise their full potential with a focus on three main pillars: Personal Development, Active Participation & Citizenship. We work in partnership with the individual and their natural supports to co-create opportunities to learn, participate and be an active citizen with a socially valued role. Horizons is committed to empowering an individual in line with the ADMA to reach their full potential in living the life of their choosing. Note: Applicants will only be short listed on the basis of the information provided on application. Qualifications, experience required: Informal enquiries can be made to Paul Sherlock, Manager on 086 417 8396. Completed application forms must be returned no later than Friday 22nd of May 2026. Interviews will be held Friday 29th of May 2026. A panel may be formed for a 12-month period to fill future permanent or temporary, full time or part-time Senior Supervisor positions that may arise across Horizons. The Department of Health & Children Consolidated Scales apply. Visit our Website: Work with Us - Horizons
RHM-- - Electrician
Electrician RHM-04-26-172 Regional Hospital Mullingar Location: There is currently one permanent / whole-time vacancy available in Regional Hospital Mullingar. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Electrician from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: We welcome enquiries about the role, please contact: Colm Masterson, Engineering Officer Regional Hospital Mullingar Tel: 044994483 Email: colm.masterson@hse.ie HR Point of Contact: DML is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: William Wang HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: William.wang@hse.ie Tel: 0873251532 Purpose of the Post: The purpose of the post is to provide electrical backup to ensure frontline service at the Regional Hospital, Mullingar is maintained to a quality standard. To provide efficient and high-quality electrical services and record keeping in line with the direction of the Maintenance Manager and the maintenance team Eligibility Criteria /Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: - 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: i. Possess a Quality and Qualifications Ireland (QQI) Level 6 (or higher) Advanced Certificate Craft – Electrical (or equivalent qualification). Or ii. Possess the National Craft Certificate issued by FETAC Or iii. Possess the Senior Trade Certificate issued by the Department of Education. Or iv. Possess a Level 3 Technical/Trade qualification or equivalent issued by City & Guilds, London And (b) Candidates must have the requisite technical knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability) to discharge the functions 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. Post Specific Requirements:
CNM/night Manager
Avista is a person-centred, rights-based organisation that is dedicated to improving the lives of children and adults with disabilities. We provide a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both children and adults in various locations across Dublin, Limerick and North Tipperary. Avista is looking for candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a person-centred, community based, socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. JOB ADVERTISEMENT APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: CNM2/ Night Manager CRS, Dublin Services. Permanent Part time (19.5HPW) Salary: € 62,078-€ 78,443* (lsi) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work. REF: 96900 Essential: · Have up to date NMBI Registration. · Recognised Management Qualification FETAC/QQI Level 6 or equivalent or commitment to undertake management training. · Full clean manual Irish driving licence. · Proficiency in the English language. Desirable: · Intellectual Disability Nurse Registration (RNID). · Have a detailed knowledge of the HIQA standards / regulations and Health Act 2007, and the role of the PPIM/PIC. · Ability to work effectively with families and the wider MDT · To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best live and develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. · Applicants should possess Level 2 Behavioural Competencies Applicants should possess Level 2 behavioural competencies of Avista competency framework. Why work with us? Please submit a Cover letter and CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to CNM3- 087 260 7037 Closing date for receipt of applications 8th May 2026 Avista reserves the right to close the competition early should a sufficient number of applications be received. A panel may be formed from which future positions may be filled across the Dublin Service. Avista is a public body and subject to Freedom of Information and Data Protection Requests. Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Assistant Staff Officer
Qualifications: A candidate must, on the latest date for receiving completed applications for the post: (i) Meet the Department of Health & Children’s educational criteria set down for Grade IV posts: Passed the Leaving Certificate Or Passed an examination of comparable standard at second level And Satisfactory relevant experience, which encompasses demonstrable equivalent skills in the following areas: (ii) Experience in Staff Management/Supervision. (iii) Experience in Patient Related Services. (iv) Experience of Patient Management Systems (iPIMS) (v) Experience of working in a high level administrative role, indicating the candidate’s ability to efficiently discharge the functions of the post (vi) Excellent IT skills including sound knowledge of MSOffice (vii) Possess excellent organisation, interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work on own initiative as well as part of a team. Ability to work under pressure is crucial. (viii) Possess good numerical and analytical skills. Desirable: (i) Experience of the Patient Management System, Cerner, would be advantageous Note: If being processed for appointment, original documentation will be sought for: (ii) All qualification requirements for the post. (iii) Any additional qualification(s) that you may be awarded marks for at interview. In the event that a number of years’ experience is required for a post, you will be requested to: (i) Provide documentary evidence that you possess same. Character: A candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Health: A candidate for and any person holding the post must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the post and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. For the purpose of satisfying the requirements as to health, the successful candidate, before being appointed, shall undergo a pre employment health assessment. The assessment will be provided by the Hospital. Main Duties & Responsibilities • Organisation of Outpatient Clinics, managing numbers attending clinics, ensuring specific numbers as laid down by the SDU Project Unit • Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations within the Victoria Outpatients Department • Supervision of all aspects of the day-to-day running of administration in the Victoria Outpatients Department • Ensure that an up-to-date day to day local Job Description is available to all administration staff in the Department • Theatre lists need to be made available to the medical team with telephone numbers added, any changes to list need to be communicated to the medical team. • Ensure that SOP’s from an administration perspective are implemented maintained and adhered to • Train new administration staff and continuously access and address any ongoing training needs • A good working relationship with the GUM clinic and GUM CNS. • Liaise with Consultants re annual leave at the beginning of the year and ensure clinics are blocked or re-scheduled accordingly. Update the shared folder • Organise T Pro access for all NCHD’s who attend clinics and update the spreadsheet • Assist the A/ASM in the Probation Review/Performance Monitoring, Return to work meetings etc of all staff within the department • Correlate monthly figures for statistical analysis and forward same to IT Department on a monthly/quarterly basis • Assist with OPD audits, Healthcare Audits and Filing Audits as may be necessary and support the Administration Services Manager as required • Liaise on a daily basis with CUMH and SIVUH Central Appointments Office. • Ensure patient healthcare records are prepared and available in a timely fashion for all clinics • Manage the smooth running of Gynaecology and Dermatology clinics in Victoria OPD • Ensure Consultants have access to DNA patient notes at the end of each clinic and follow up as per advice • Check e-mails each day for any requests for appointments from CUMH • Responsibility for the timely identification and co-ordination of the retrieval of healthcare records which may be stored at off-site storage • Ensure healthcare records pertaining to abnormal reports are available on a priority basis to the Medical team • Print all relevant notes from Cerner and add to the patient’s chart • Ensure all lab work is available to the Medical team pertaining to patient’s previous clinic visit/ admission • Ensure the general administration of the department such as dealing with the issuing of new appointments to patients, telephone queries, dealing with queries on appointments, filing etc • Be flexible in relation to any overruns on clinic finishing times e.g. clinics running late • Oversee all incoming post to the Gynaecological Department ensure that future Clinic dates/outcome of last appointment are available and prepare necessary documentation for viewing by the Consultant • Support the Administration Services Manager and Assistant Administration Services Manager in ensuring the Victoria Out-Patients departments administration operates effectively and efficiently • Attend OSMG (Outpatient Services Management Group) meetings as required and any other meeting as requested by the Administration Services Manager/Assistant Administration Services Manager • Co-operate with Maintenance and future development of Information Technology within the Department and throughout the Hospital generally • Ensure that a quality level of customer care is provided to both patients and their relatives by the administrative staff of the Department • Be aware and inform staff, of all relevant policies and procedures and ensure that staff adheres to such policies and procedures • All Department leave to be uploaded to Softworks as ensure that return to work interviews are done in a timely manner • Attend mandatory training and any other recommended training • There is a responsibility on all staff to participate in internal and external audits and review as appropriate • To work in a manner with due care and attention to safety of self, patients, staff and other persons in the workplace with reference to the Safety, Health & Welfare at Work Act 2005 • To report immediately to line managers / nominated persons, any accidents or incidents involving patients, staff and / or members of the public in line with hospital policy • To comply and be familiar with all hospital policies and procedures and in particular those relating to safety, health and welfare, infection control, hygiene, risk management and decontamination • To attend and participate in such meetings and events as may be required from time to time • Any other duties as may be assigned by Chief Executive, Administration Services Manager, Assistant Administration Services Manager or other designated officer from time to time Note: The rate and pace of change in the health service is such that the post holder will be required to update their knowledge and skills to fit the changing requirements of the service. Therefore this job description is an outline of the current broad areas of responsibility and accountability and should not be regarded as a comprehensive listing. It will be reviewed and updated in line with future needs as required. The post holder will be required to be flexible in this position and must be prepared to undertake any other duties as may be assigned by the Head of Department/Line Manager dependent on service needs. Such duties can be outside the area of one’s normal work and may be for other associated Departments as the Hospital may require. Particulars of the Post Remuneration Salary Scale: €36,109 - €55,463 per annum pro rata. Salary payment frequency will be fortnightly. Incremental credit may be granted in respect of recognised experience. Recognisable experience refers to “previous service in a similar grade in the Civil Service, Local Authority Service, Health Service and other public service bodies or agencies, in Ireland or abroad”. New employees wishing to claim incremental credit for previous employment/s must submit details (documentary evidence) within the first year of their employment, otherwise the Hospital will not be liable for retrospective payments. New employees experiencing difficulty with a previous employer in obtaining any letters/documentation in this regard should notify the Salaries & Wages Department as soon as possible within the first year of employment The post is full time, permanent and pensionable. Annual Leave Annual leave and public holidays are granted in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 and in conjunction with Hospital policy and in compliance with national circulars governing leave. Public holidays are dealt with in accordance with the provisions of the Organisation of Working Time Act, 1997 as reflected in the Annual Leave and Public Holiday policy. The annual leave entitlement is 28 days per annum (pro-rata). Where an existing employee is appointed to a higher grade for a continuous period of minimum of 12 months or more and a higher annual leave entitlement accrues to that grade of post as would apply to a new entrant/promotee, then the employee is entitled to benefit from the higher annual leave. Working Hours 35 hours per week. Flexibility in consideration of service needs is required. You will be required to work the agreed roster/ on call arrangements advised to you by your line manager. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am to 8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services as may be introduced by the hospital. Superannuation There are various Superannuation Schemes in operation. You will be a member of the scheme relevant to you based on your entry date to the public service and previous service if any. You will be issued with the relevant superannuation information directly from the Superannuation Section, Wages & Salaries Department in due course. 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 The appointment shall be made subject to the conditions that: the person appointed shall hold the appointment for a probationary period of 9 months which the South Infirmary–Victoria University Hospital may, in exceptional circumstances, extend by a maximum of 6 weeks. The specific reasons for the extension shall be made known in writing to the person appointed. Performance and conduct of the person appointed will be monitored on an on-going basis within the probationary period, with written reviews every 3 months, to determine suitability for continued employment. Termination of the appointment within or at the end of the probationary period will be at the sole discretion of the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital. At the end of a satisfactory probationary period, the South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital shall certify that the service has been satisfactory and confirm the appointment on a permanent basis. All new employees must complete satisfactory probation/performance monitoring period maximum 9 months prior to being eligible for any benefits under the hospital’s sick pay scheme. Notice When resigning, the post holder is required to give one month’s notice in writing prior to resigning the post, or in default, to forfeit one month’s amount of salary, to be deducted as liquidated damages from any remuneration due at the time of such resignation. Healthcare Insurance VHI / LAYA Healthcare Insurance details are available on the Intranet Human Resources page / HR General. Salary deduction for healthcare insurance can be facilitated for long term temporary (12 months or longer) or permanent employees only. Confidentiality In the course of his/her employment, the person appointed may have access to, or hear information concerning the medical or personal affairs of patients and/or staff, or other health service business. Such records and information are strictly confidential and unless acting on the instructions of an authorised officer, on no account must information concerning staff, patients or other health service business be divulged or discussed except in the performance of normal duty. In addition, records must never be left in such a manner that unauthorised persons can obtain access to them and must be kept in safe custody / destroyed in accordance with policy, when no longer required. Safety, Health and Welfare at Work The South Infirmary-Victoria University Hospital is committed to ensuring the safety, health and welfare of all employees. In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Act, 2005, a Safety Statement is provided by the Hospital and all staff must comply with Hospital safety regulations. The post holder has personal responsibility for Health & Safety in the workplace. Hospital Policies & Procedures (PPPGs) Details of the Hospital’s policies and procedures, including the Grievance and Disciplinary Procedure will be issued to the post holder upon commencement of employment. All hospital policies and procedures are available on the intranet (hard copy can be accessed via the hospital library) and employees are obliged to read and familiarise themselves and adhere to same at all times. All new employees must complete satisfactory probation/performance monitoring period maximum 9 months prior to being eligible for any benefits under the hospital’s sick pay scheme.
