GP Liaison, University Maternity Hospital

Start date to be negotiated. Expression of Interest 2025 GP Liaison – Cork University Maternity Hospital Who should apply CUMH is looking to recruit a General Practitioner with an active interest and relevant qualification(s) in women’s health. The GP Liaison will be expected to build relationships with and be the main point of contact for GPs through the provision of a high standard liaison, support and communication. He /she will be the link person within CUMH for General Practitioners. They will be responsible to ensure local CUMH care pathways and guidelines are disseminated to GPs in a timely manner in order to facilitate knowledge sharing and professional development. They will be supported in exploring opportunities to conduct audits and clinical research. They will also liaise with the Consultant Obstetrician overseeing the training for GP NCHDs on rotation in CUMH. The job holder will take a leading role in driving attendance to our education events to attract GPs, health practitioners, and other referrers, to our education evenings. They will also act as secretary to the CUMH GP Committee. The time commitment for these roles equates to 1 session per week, morning or afternoon (0.06WTE). For informal enquiries please contact Dr Mairead O’Riordan, Mairead.oriordan@hse.ie

Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon

Applications are invited for the post of Locum Consultant Neurosurgeon at Cork University Hospital. Required June 2025. Specialist Registration with the irish Medical Council is required.

Registrar In Acute Medical Unit

Successful candidates will be required to commence on Monday 14th July 2025. Please note that positions may be filled by the relevant training body. The newly established HSE South West health region w ill manage and deliver all public health and social care services in: The two voluntary hospitals in the Group are funded by the HSE as Section 38 agencies under the Health Act 2004: The primary academic partner for the Group is University College Cork (UCC) and, together with our Higher Education Institute of Technology in Cork, plays an important role in developing and improving academic teaching, research and innovation to drive improved health for the population in the S/SWHG.

Family Support Worker

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 2024 . 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 Family Support Worker/Driverto join our team in Co Roscommon Contract Type: Variable hours Contract Contract Hours: Relief – 3 to 30 hours available Salary Scale: €32,639 to €39,499 (€16.09 p/h to 19.47 p/h) pro rata per annum. Salary scales are subject to LSI’s (Long Service Increments) Annual Leave Entitlement : Annual leave entitlement is 10.7% of hours worked Overview of the Post: To provide support to children to enable them to participate in the community, achieve person centred goals and facilitate inclusion. The Family Support Worker will provide practical, personal and social support to the individual they work with. Must be flexible regarding working hours: afterschool / evenings and Saturdays / school holidays on return of hours basis as required. Please see Job Description for full list of duties The successful candidate will have Essential Criteria: 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: 15th April 2025 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

Rheumatology Senior House Officer - July Rotation

Clinical Nurse Specialist Haematology

Purpose of the Post The purpose of the CNS Haematology is to deliver specialist haematological nursing care in line with the five core concepts of the role set out in the Framework for the Establishment of Clinical Nurse/Midwife Specialist Posts, 4th Edition, National Council for the Professional Development of Nursing and Midwifery (NCNM) 2008. Core Concepts of the CNS role · Clinical Focus · Patient/Client Advocate · Education and Training · Audit and Research · Consultant CNS Patient Caseload The CNS Haematology will care for patients over 18 years old and work alongside the Haematology Clinical nursing and medical team to delivery holistic care which is focused on individual needs. There are two strands to Haematology nursing care – malignant and non-malignant. Treatments for haematological malignancies can vary significantly in intensity from surveillance, through outpatient chemotherapy and immunotherapy, to complex inpatient therapy up to the level of allogeneic stem cell transplantation. The non-malignant also require treatment and care. Patient referred to the CNS Haematology service will be through established referral systems. Principal Duties and Responsibilities · The post holder is required to support the principle that the care of the patient comes first at all times and will approach their work with the flexibility, clinical knowledge and skills and enthusiasm necessary to make this principle a reality for every patient to the greatest possible degree.. · The post holder will maintain the primacy of the patient in relation to all hospital activities. · The post holder will participate in performance management systems and processes and the CNS will be required to participate in the group’s performance management programme. Clinical Focus The CNS Haematology will have a strong patient focus whereby the specialty defines itself as nursing and subscribes to the overall purpose, functions and ethical standards of nursing. The clinical practice role may be divided into direct and indirect care. Direct care comprises the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation of care to the patient, family and/or carer. Indirect care relates to activities that influence and support the provision of direct care. Direct Care The CNS will: · Provide a specialist nursing service for patients who require support and treatment through the continuum of care, demonstrating specialist knowledge of and clinical expertise in the delivery of patient care. · Undertake a comprehensive patient assessment to include physical, psychological, social and spiritual elements of care using best evidenced based care in the specialist area of nursing practice. · Use the outcomes of patient assessment to develop, coordinate and implement plan of care and treatment in conjunction with clinical team, the patient and family as appropriate. Attend multidisciplinary team meetings, ward rounds etc. as required. · Contribute to and support the use of patient review through the use of virtual technology/telephone nurse led review. Provide a point of telephone contact for patient experiencing disease/treatment related symptoms and assess patients using the UKONS telephone triage system. · Actively participate in planning and carrying out of unscheduled review of patients presenting unwell to the Haematology services with disease/treatment related side effects and escalating in line with local care pathways . · Provide support to the family/ significant other, through listening, problem solving and education. · Provide outreach support for the patient at home. · Assess patients regarding their need for referral to specialist cancer services. Report such patient need promptly to the consultant/ clinical leader and discuss referral. · Participate in ongoing patient/family education in relation to management of disease and treatment related side effects. · Foster good working relationships with all members of the clinical team, which are both professional and supportive. · Maintain accurate clinical records complying with legislation and best practice. · Demonstrate leadership ability and good communication skills in all aspects of the CNS role and responsibilities. Indirect Care The CNS will: • Identify, contribute to, agree and develop appropriate referral pathways for Haematology patients who are experiencing a disease or treatment related complication in collaboration with the Team. • Participate in case review with MDT colleagues. • Use a person-centred approach to patients with complex needs in collaboration with MDT in both Primary and Secondary Care as appropriate. · Take a proactive role in the formulation and provision of evidence based PPPGs relating to care. Be actively involved in the preparation and implementation of policies and nursing guidelines in relation to the management of care to the Haematology patients. · Be aware and adhere to all hospital policies and procedures and collaborate with other health care professionals to ensure that these are observed. • Take a lead role in ensuring the service for haematology patients experiencing disease or treatment related complication is in line with best practice guidelines and the Safer Better Healthcare Standards (HIQA, 2012) and all other relevant guideline, policies and procedures. Patient/Client Advocate The CNS will: • Communicate, negotiate and represent patient’s family and/or carer values and decisions in relation to their condition in collaboration with MDT colleagues in both Primary and Secondary Care as appropriate • Develop and support the concept of advocacy, particularly in relation to patient participation in decision making, thereby enabling informed choice of treatment options. Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety The management of risk infection control hygiene services and Health and safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment. The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant organisational policies procedures and standards and attend training as appropriate in the following areas · Continuous quality improvement initiatives. · Document control Information Management Systems · Risk Management strategies and policies · Hygiene related police procedures and standards · Decontamination codes of practice · Infection Control Policies and guidelines · Safety statement, Health and safety policies and fire policies · Data protection and confidentiality policies · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the risk management strategy and that they comply with the group risk management Incident/near miss reporting policies and procedures. · The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene service requirements in their areas of responsibility. Hygiene service incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, management of laundry, waste sharps and equipment. · The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture throughout their area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services. · It is the post holders specific responsibility for quality and risk management, hygiene services and Health and safety management and this will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager. · The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect these may have upon the safety of others. · The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health and safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised or adequately trained. · The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcomings in safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment. The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. ****** Please Note CV’s will not be accepted for this campaign ****** Please download and submit your fully completed application form through the Rezoomo website (Using Google Chrome) Completed Applications Forms to be returned by REZOOMO only. 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.

Social Care Leader Residential

SOCIAL CARE LEADER WHITEHALL RESIDENTIAL FULL TIME PERMANENT St. Michael's House is a community-based organisation committed to providing a quality person centred service and high standard of living to people with an intellectual disability in the greater Dublin area. St. Michael’s House is committed to providing individualised supports to people so that they can enjoy experiences, opportunities and lifestyles similar to their peers. A vacancy now exists for a Social Care Leader- Person in Charge - Full Time permanent contract, in a community residential service for adults with intellectual disabilities and autism based in Churchtown, D14. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a skilled and responsive staff team to deliver a high-quality service for six people. Working closely with the multidisciplinary team and families. The key task is to provide person centred supports to individuals who have changing age related needs. Essential Criteria for Applicants · Excellent facilitation, leadership and communication skills · Excellent report writing · Highly organised, motivated, flexible and ability to problem solve Desirable Criteria for Applicants · Must have a full, clean driver licence and willing to drive as part of duties. Applicants must have one of the following qualifications: · QQI Level 7 Bachelor of Arts in Applied Social Studies (Disability) - Open Training College · Level 7 award in Social Care/Studies delivered by an Institute of Technology, DIT or National University of Ireland. And A relevant health or social care management qualification Salary Scale: Successful candidate will be paid in line with March 2025 HSE revised consolidated Social Care Leader pay scales (point 1: €55,793- point 7: €65,155 per annum- (This HSE salary scale is based on Full Time working a 39-hour week) Informal enquires to; Jennie Wall 086 174 2064 Closing date : 5pm 23rd May 2025 Only candidates shortlisted for interview will be contacted. To apply: Please upload a copy of your C.V and cover letter via Rezoomo Please outline in your cover letter your suitability for the role taken in to account the criteria in the above advert. Remember to include a valid email as this is the way you will be contacted for interview. St. Michael’s House is an equal opportunities employer

NAAS-- - Physiotherapist, Staff

Physiotherapist, Staff Grade Naas General Hospital There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available in Naas Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for physiotherapists from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. **Please note we do not accept CV's for this post - applications are only accepted** Informal Enquiries Emma McGrane Physiotherapist Manager in Charge 111 Naas General Hospital Email : Emma.mcgrane@hse.ie Phone: 045 849507 HR Point of Contact Olivia Girvin HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email : Olivia.Girvin@hse.ie Tel: 087 957 4869 Purpose of the Post The provision of a quality Physiotherapy service in line with standards of Physiotherapy practice. To provide quality, client-centred Physiotherapy assessment and treatment to identified client groups at designated centres as directed by the Physiotherapy Manager. Eligibility Criteria Candidates who are graduating in 2025 are eligible to apply for this campaign. Please refer to page 1 of the Additional Campaign Information for further information. Candidates must have at the latest date of application: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapist Register maintained by the Physiotherapist Registration Board at CORU See attached link for current approved Physiotherapy qualifications https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care- professionals/education/approved-qualifications/physiotherapists/ If you are a section 91 candidate, please see note* AND (ii) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. AND (jii) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Physiotherapist Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued 2. Annual registration (i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU AND (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC). Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Note 1: Individuals who qualified before 30th September 2018 and are registered or have applied for registration under Section 91 of the Health and Social Care Professionals Act, 2005, must hold a Physiotherapy qualification approved by CORU in order to be eligible to apply. The list of approved qualifications under the Section 91 route can be accessed on the attached link: https://coru.ie/files-registration/hse-list-of-physiotherapist-qualifications.pdf Section 91 candidates are individuals who qualified before 30th September 2018 and have been engaged in the practice of the profession in the Republic of Ireland for a minimum of 2 years fulltime (or an aggregate of 2 years fulltime), between 1st October 2016 and 30th September 2018 are considered to be Section 91 applicants under the Health and Social Care Professionals Act, 2005. 2025 undergraduate students who are due to qualify no later than 31st December 2025 are eligible to apply. These applicants if successful at interview will be recorded as dormant. This means that they will remain on the panel but will not be offered any posts until they inform the HSE Dublin and Midlands HR in writing that they are in receipt of their final examination results (with recognition of this qualification from CORU where applicable). **Please note only completed application forms are accepted for this role**

EOI / To Occupational Therapist, Senior

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (Grade to Grade) Occupational Therapist, Senior Post 1: Ref OT111992 – Occupational Therapist, Senior Grade Code 3301 Expressions of Interest are invited from all staff of the HSE and bodies which provide services on the behalf of the HSE under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004 are eligible to apply and currently employed at Senior Occupational Therapist Grade level, who are interested in reassigning to the above permanent roles by grade-to-grade transfer. The current permanent vacancy will be filled based on a reassignment. Purpose of the post: Dublin South West Integrated Care Programme for Older Persons Department Description The Older Persons Service Model sets out the end-to-end service model for the identification and management of frail older adults with complex care needs. The focus is on providing an end-to-end pathway that will reduce admissions to acute hospitals by providing access to diagnostics and specialist services in the ambulatory care hubs in a timely manner. For patients who require hospital admission, the emphasis is on minimising the hospital length of stay, with the provision of post-discharge follow up and support for people in the community and in their own homes, where required. A shared local governance structure across the local acute hospitals and the associated integrated healthcare area will ensure the development of a fully integrated service and end-to-end pathway. The Dublin South West (DSW) Integrated Care Programme for Older Persons (ICPOP) Community Specialist Team (CST) is a specialist transdisciplinary service primarily targeting and managing the complex care needs of the older person with multiple co-morbidities across a continuum of care. The overall aims of the service are to: • Provide a specialist geriatric opinion using a multidisciplinary approach to support older people with complex care needs. • Develop a person-centred care planning approach that supports robust and timely communication across care settings. • Support appropriate and timely reduction of Emergency Department (ED) attendance through the development of care pathways that support GPs and others in assessment of older people with escalating care needs. • Provide support and education to the older person, carers and healthcare professionals. Clinicians in the DSW ICPOP CST, will work closely with the Consultant Geriatrician(s) and ICPOP operational team lead to develop and implement appropriate care pathways while working with primary care, community care and acute care services. DSW ICPOP CSTs utilise a case management approach to assess and meet the complex care needs of frail older persons: • All clinicians on the DSW ICPOP CSTs are responsible for case management. • This includes the completion of a comprehensive geriatric assessment with each patient in their own home. • The case manager works closely with H.S.E. primary care & community services such as PHN, HSCP colleagues, respite, home support services, nursing home support office, day care services and psychiatry of later life. • The case manager has extensive links with our community and voluntary partners such as South Dublin County Council, SAGE Advocacy, ALONE, Carers Ireland, Alzheimer’s Society of Ireland, Gardaí. The DSW ICPOP CSTs liaise and work closely with our acute hospital colleagues including the frailty at the front door teams, geriatric day unit (Charlie O’Toole Unit), inpatient gerontology staff. The DSW ICPOP CSTs are based out of our new Integrated Care Hub in Clondalkin Primary Care Centre, where we are co-located with the Integrated Care Programme for Chronic Disease CST, where we have clinical space and gyms. We have office space in Russell Centre, Tallaght Cross. Key working relationships ICPOP colleagues include: • ICPOP Operational Lead, Consultant Geriatrician, Registrar, Advanced Nurse Practitioner, CNMII, Senior Physiotherapist, Senior Occupational Therapist, Social Worker, Speech and Language Therapist, Dietitian, Physiotherapy Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Administration colleagues HSE colleagues include: • H.S.E. primary care and community services such as the primary care team, (PHN & HSCP colleagues), respite, home support services, nursing home support office and day care services. • Community Mental Health Nursing • Psychiatry of Later Life Tallaght University Hospital colleagues: • Frailty at the front door team (GEDI - Geriatric ED Intervention) • Charlie O’Toole Day Unit (TUH ambulatory hub including both Nursing and HSCP staff) • Gerontology Advanced Nurse Practitioners • Clinical Nurse Specialist Nursing Home Outreach • Regional Specialist Memory Service • Falls Service Community and voluntary partners: Gardaí, South Dublin County Council, SAGE Advocacy, ALONE, Family Carers Ireland, Alzheimer Society of Ireland, South Dublin Partnership, Meals on Wheels Tallaght ICPOP Falls Prevention Advice video https://youtu.be/XzHA15-IfiM Follow us on X @TallaghtICPOP Other Conditions : Access to own transport and full driving licence to fulfil duties of the role which include domiciliary visits Reassignment for all posts will be on a grade to grade basis only and current remuneration will apply. Closing Date: Friday 16th May 2025 @ 12:00pm Post location: Post Ref OT111992:Initial Base: Integrated Care Hub, Clondalkin Primary Care Centre, Dublin 22 Tenure: 1 WTE (35 Hours per week) – Permanent. Supervisory Structure : Line manager: ICPOP Operational Lead Patient Clinical governance: ICPOP Consultant Geriatrician Professional supervision & registration: Occupational Therapy Manager Service manager contact details for informal enquiries : Name: Alison Murphy, ICPOP Operational Lead Phone: 0873359931 Email: alison.murphy1@hse.ie

CHW Occupational Therapist, Senior Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Service

Occupational Therapist, Senior (Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach) Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Service Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Occupational Therapist, Senior Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Service (Grade Code: 3301) Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html Campaign Reference CHW37OTS25 Closing Date Friday 30th of May 2025 at 12pm Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one permanent part-time (0.88 WTE) vacancy available in: The Wheelchair Service Unit 10 A Merlin Park, Galway There is currently one temporary whole time vacancy in: The Wheelchair service, Unit 10A Merlin Park, Galway A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Occupational Therapist, Senior, Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Service (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Ms Teresa Higgins, Interim OT manager, Galway Primary Care Network 4, 5,6 091 775323 Details of Service This role is for a Senior Occupational Therapist working in Galway Wheelchair Seating Service for Adults providing network support to Primary Care Occupational Therapists. To support primary care therapists in the assessment and provision of wheelchairs to adults with complex seating and mobility needs. The service aims to deliver a high quality, responsive service to adult wheelchair users, their families and carers. To be a resource to clients and other professionals on issues related to the provision of complex seating and mobility. To contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to wheelchair provision, setting standards to ensure best practice. To identify and carry out staff training in relation to wheelchair provision. Reporting Relationship Clinical line management through Galway Primary Care OT. Operational line management through Network 6 Network Manager. Key Working Relationships Primary Care OT and MDT colleagues; Disability Services MDT colleagues who engage with and support a Primary Care population; External Services who are involved in Seating prescriptions and Interventions Purpose of the Post Provision of dedicated wheelchair seating service in support of Primary Care OT services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist, Senior will: Professional / Clinical · Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s). · Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment programmes for service users according to service standards. · Participate in the integrated discharge planning process in line with the HSE Code of Practice. · Be responsible for the day-to-day running of a designated service area(s) by supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager · In conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager, the Senior Occupational Therapist will lead service planning by anticipating the changing needs of the service and service users. · Participate in multidisciplinary teams and foster and maintain professional working relationships with other team members. · Ensure the quality of documentation of all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries are in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. · Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / intervention programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy as designated by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Attend MDT review meetings, team meetings, case conferences etc. as designated by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Ensure that staff in the designated service area(s) arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner, within settings appropriate to service user needs, and in line with local policy/guidelines. · Be responsible for adhering to existing HSE, HIQA & DoH&C standards and protocols and for leading out on the development and maintenance of standards / strategies for quality improvement and outcome measurement. · Seek advice and assistance with any assigned duties in line with principles of evidence based practice and clinical governance. · Ensure that professional standards are maintained in relation to confidentiality / data protection, ethics and legislation. · Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development including in-service training, attending and presenting at conferences / courses relevant to practice, contributing to research etc. as agreed by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Engage in professional clinical Occupational Therapist supervision with Occupational Therapy Manager. · Engage in peer support with Senior Occupational Therapist colleagues. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. · Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision of other Occupational Therapy and non-Occupational Therapy staff / students and attend practice educator courses as appropriate. · Ensure newly qualified therapists have adequate induction and clinical supervision and assist in implementing annual staff development and performance review Health and Safety · Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Actively participate in risk management issues, adequately identify, assess, manage and monitor risks within their area of responsibility. · Document appropriately and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Administrative · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service in designated area(s). · Review and allocate resources within the designated area, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. · Promote good working practice and uniformity of standards of best practice. · Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. · Develop and implement service / business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. and report on outcomes in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager. · Collect and evaluate data about the service user group and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service. · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, organisational requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, GDPR, and render reports and other information / statistics as required. · Represent the department / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Liaise with the Occupational Therapist Manager regarding the needs, interests and views of Occupational Therapy staff. · Promote good team working, and a culture that values diversity. · Participate in the management of Occupational Therapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager. · Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration · Keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the Irish 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: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. And (ii) Have three years’ full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience. And (iii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. And (iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued . 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU And (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC) 3. 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. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post specific Requirements Demonstrate the depth and breadth of your Occupational Therapy experience in the area of Adult Wheelchair Seating Service as relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge The candidate must demonstrate Professional Knowledge and Experience · Demonstrate clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. · Demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of the Occupational Therapy process, the underpinning theory and its application to the role. · Demonstrate evidence of having applied / used appropriate assessment tools and treatments and a knowledge of the implications of outcomes for service users. · Demonstrate the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates the ability to plan activities and co-ordinate resources to ensure value for money and maximum benefit for the organisation. · Demonstrates ability to prioritise the most important tasks on an ongoing basis. · Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands. · Demonstrate ability to take initiative and to be appropriately self-directed. Managing and Developing (Self and Others) · Demonstrates ability to lead by example and adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved. · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborates well with others. · Demonstrates the ability to react constructively to setbacks and to both give direction / feedback, and take direction / feedback, from others. · Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing. Commitment to providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to and the ability to lead on the delivery of a high quality, person centred service. · Demonstrates innovation in the provision of person-centred care and in overcoming resource limitations. · Ensures that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensures that the welfare of the service user is a key consideration at all times. · Works at an operational level to build alliances and learn how to best position service delivery to meet the needs of its service users. · Is open to change and supports the implementation of change. Evaluating Information and Judging Situations · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in relation to service user care. · Explains the rationale behind decisions confidently when faced with opposing or competing demands. Is objective but also aware of sensitivities in their approach. · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against service plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties. Recognises how service constraints impact on service delivery. Communications and Interpersonal Skills · Displays effective communication skills (verbal and written). · Tailors the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience; demonstrates active listening skills. · Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate in partnership with others. · Demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others; is patient and tolerant when dealing with conflict situations. · Demonstrates strong negotiation skills; remains firm but flexible when putting forward a point of view. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward 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. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ 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. Occupational Therapist, Senior Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are temporary & permanent and part-time & 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. Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th, 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). 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. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on 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