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Job Title, Grade Code: Student Paramedic (Grade Code: 3190) *Please note that this grade code is awaiting formal assignment from the DOH but it will not result in a change to the terms and conditions of employment. Remuneration The Salary scale for the post as at 01/01/2024 is: €33,210 - €33,640 - €34,070 - €34,400 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: NRS14282 Closing Date: Wednesday 15th May 2024 at 3pm Proposed Testing Date(s): Week Commencing 10th June 2024 Proposed Interview Date (s): Week Commencing 15th July 2024 (Please note dates are provisional and are subject to change) Educational Programme and Career Progression The HSE has on-going opportunities for candidates wishing to undertake the BSc. (Hon) in Paramedic Studies with a view to employment as a Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC) registered Paramedic with NAS. This is a unique and exciting opportunity for Student Paramedics to undertake a BSc. (Hon) in Paramedic Studies as an employee of the HSE with the potential to lead to full time employment. The key stages of this programme and progression are: Year 1 – Student Paramedic Year 2 - Under Graduate Paramedic Intern Year 3 - Post Graduate Paramedic Intern Subject to graduation from the BSc. (Hon) in Paramedic Studies, registration as a Paramedic with PHECC and successful discharge of the probationary period: Year 4 - Registered (Qualified) Paramedic (full time employment) Selection Process The HSE has on-going opportunities for Student Paramedics. In order to meet this requirement it is the intention of the National Recruitment Service to create a national supplementary panel from which current and future Student Paramedic training places will be filled. The recruitment and selection process for this campaign will be managed by the NRS and will involve various stages. The stages of this process are as follows: Stage 1 – Application Form ( www.hse.ie ) Stage 2 – Supervised Verbal Evaluation and Logical Thinking Testing Stage 3 – Eligibility Sift in line with UCC course entry requirements Stage 4 – Competency Based Interview Full information on the testing / assessment stages is available in this Job Specification and in the Additional Campaign Information document. There are a number of documents that candidates will be required to submit at the Testing/Assessment stage of the process. If you are interested in the role of Student Paramedic we would advise you to start gathering those documents now. The tests for this recruitment campaign are provisionally scheduled to take place on week commencing 10th June 2024 and the documentation must be available for submission at that time. Candidates who cannot produce the required documentation will be deemed ineligible and will not progress further in the selection process. Please refer to the Ranking/Shortlisting/Interview part of this Job Specification and the Additional Campaign Information document for further information on the documents you will be required to submit. Taking up Appointment: A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post: National Ambulance Service College and Operational Divisions throughout the National Ambulance Service (NAS) as required to facilitate training placements. Details of the HSE National Ambulance Service Structure are provided at: https://www.nationalambulanceservice.ie/ Student Paramedics are required to work in any division of the NAS and can / will be re-assigned between locations as and when service need dictates. Every effort will be made to offer geographically convenient postings; however, we may be unable to facilitate this because of operational requirements. Informal Enquiries: Geraldine Glancy, Campaign Lead, NRS, applysupport@hse.ie National Ambulance Service College, nasc@hse.ie University College Cork, info.emed@ucc.ie Details of Service: The National Ambulance Service (NAS) is the statutory pre-hospital emergency and intermediate care provider for the State. The NAS mission is to serve the needs of patients and the public as part of an integrated health system, through the provision of high quality, safe and patient centred services. This care begins immediately at the time that the emergency call is received, continues through to the safe treatment, transportation and handover of the patient to the clinical team at the receiving hospital or emergency department. Serving a population of over 5 million people, the NAS responds to over 400,000 ambulance calls each year, employs over 2600 staff across 118 locations and has a fleet of in excess of 620 vehicles. In conjunction with its partners the NAS transports approximately 25,800 patients via an Intermediate Care Service, co-ordinates and dispatches more than 800 Aero Medical / Air Ambulance calls, completes 600 paediatric and neonatal transfers and supports Community First Responder Schemes across the state. In 2025, the National Ambulance Service will continue implementation of a strategic plan, NAS Strategy 2025 to 2034, which is focused on ensuring the delivery of patient centred care. It brings together recommendations from a wide series of reviews into a single plan. A critical element of this is the implementation of shifting models of care that will see the service utilise other alternative services for our patients than the emergency department. Purpose of the Post (Student Paramedic) NAS is seeking persons interested in undertaking the Paramedic Training Programme (including Internship) and acquiring Registration as a Paramedic with the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC). The intention of this process is to provide a pool of suitably qualified paramedics, licensed to practice by the Pre Hospital Emergency Care Council (PHECC), who will be offered positions at the grade of Paramedic at various locations throughout the NAS. The Paramedic (PHECC Registered Paramedic) will be competent to carry out all of the duties of the Paramedic (PHECC Registered Paramedic) and will have a range of abilities which will permit the safe delivery of emergency care and transport within the framework and limits specified by PHECC. The Paramedic (PHECC Registered Paramedic) will be responsible for the care, treatment and movement of patients and maintaining self, vehicles, equipment and station in a manner fit to respond to that role. The Paramedic Training Programme is operated jointly by the National Ambulance Services College (NASC) and the College of Medicine & Health, University College Cork (UCC). Successful completion of the course will lead to Paramedic Registration with the pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council and award of the BSc (Hons) in Paramedic Studies, UCC. The purpose of the post of Student Paramedic is to: · Successfully complete the course · Achieve the award of the BSc (Hons) in Paramedical Science, UCC · Secure Paramedic Registration with the Pre-Hospital Emergency Care Council · Successfully discharge the probationary period as an employee of the HSE · Secure enduring employment with the HSE as a PHECC Registered Paramedic Principal Duties and Responsibilities (PHECC Registered Paramedic) Deployment/Flexibility ● Work rosters as assigned as a Paramedic, carry out the duties of the Paramedic ● During any shift, work in any Ambulance Station as assigned from time to time ● Be prepared to participate in strategic deployment at any designated Main Ambulance Station, Small Station, Sub-Station or other location as may be implemented in the future ● Where directed, split crews to ensure effective crewing of Emergency Ambulances or Rapid Response Vehicles ● Support and participate in the deployment of Alternative Pathways Services focussed on non-conveyance ● Work in the NEOC Clinical Hub if required to support Hear and Treat activities ● Work in rotational roles where required, e.g. Primary Care Teams and Emergency Departments ● Operate any NAS vehicle as and when directed for deployment to clinically appropriate calls as set out in the PHECC Dispatch Standard including Emergency Ambulances, Intermediate Care Vehicles, CCRS Vehicles, Rapid Response Vehicles, Aeromedical Services or any other transport modality deemed appropriate to support service delivery. ● Report to a Supervisor or Manager as designated by the District Operations Manager ● Comply with all Standing Operational Procedures including clinical, operational and NEOC related ● Act within the principles of Framework for Major Emergency Management during major emergencies if the need arises and to carry such communications equipment as necessary and to be familiar with the Major Emergency Plan. ● Participate in exercises and training sessions designed to improve the ability of the NAS to respond to a Major Emergency. ● Communicate with a broad range of HSE and non HSE professionals as appropriate ● Carry out duties in an acting up capacity as required ● Paramedics in NAS are both professional and societal examples by maintaining a high standard of dress and appearance as well as conducting themselves in a responsible manner at all times. ● Ensure appropriate details and method of communications are available to NAS to ensure any necessary contact outside of working hours is available and acted upon responsibly by you Development, Education & Training · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. ● Be an exemplar for the progression of the profession and support all continuous quality improvement initiatives ● Take personal responsibility for maintaining your currency and competence in Paramedic practice ● Take part in training and development programmes as appropriate. ● Be prepared to undertake continuous professional development opportunities. ● Support the development of colleagues. ● Mentor Undergraduate and Post Graduate Paramedic Interns, including those from external agencies and foster an atmosphere of learning by example. ● Co-operate fully with the role and function of Paramedic Tutors and Clinical Practice Facilitators ● Facilitate both internal and external observer and student placements ● Undergo such training as may be prescribed by the NAS for both organisational and individual development. ● Identify and seek the support of the NAS for relevant professional development opportunities necessary to maintain and improve clinical competence. ● Identify developmental opportunities within the work context and take part in activities, which lead to personal and professional development. ● Interact with, support and mentor Community First Responders ● Attend supervision and appraisal session with Supervisors and Managers as required. ● Where relevant and deemed necessary by the Clinical Director, engage fully and willingly in the Return to Practice process Personal Health & Wellbeing ● In the context of delivering high quality Emergency Medical Services, maintaining a level of physical fitness and on-going personal professional development appropriate to the role is essential ● Foster good working relationships with peers, colleagues and external stakeholders and call out poor behaviour where observed ● Demonstrate awareness of own stress levels and seek appropriate support in order to manage individual responsibility. ● Where practicable promote and support employee assistance programmes and schemes (e.g. CISM). ● Ensure attendance for duty free from the effects and smell of prior alcohol consumption ● Wear such uniforms and/or protective clothing as deemed necessary for the performance of his/her duties in a clean, hygienic and professional manner Safety, Health & Welfare at Work (Including Driving & Vehicle Checks) ● Be familiar with the Site Specific Safety Statement and be personally responsible for signing to confirm you have done so. ● Carry out relevant risk assessments to identify and report actual or potential hazards/risks in the work environment in accordance with the NAS Safety Statement / deal with them appropriately ● Take immediate action to minimise risks where it is reasonably practicable to do so ● Ensure there is no smoking in the vehicle or in any areas where smoking is restricted. ● Demonstrate awareness of own stress levels and seek appropriate support ● Drive all relevant vehicles types operated by NAS in accordance with the Policy for Vehicular Emergency Response, Safe Work Practice Sheet on Driving and the Site Specific Safety Statement ● At the start of each tour of duty, carry out and complete a Daily Vehicle Inspection Form, ensuring that all defects, deficiencies and accident damage are reported on a Vehicle/Equipment Defect Report Form to the Fleet and Asset Coordination Centre ● Check any vehicle prior to use ensuring that it is fully equipped, visually checked for defects and that all equipment is functioning and ready for use in accordance with Service Procedures ● As part of on-going professional development, ensure an up to date knowledge of equipment required to perform duties. ● Carry out maintenance, equipment and drug checks on emergency ambulance, intermediate care and specialist vehicles as may be in service at any given time ● Operate equipment in accordance with Standing Operational Procedures and manufacturer’s instructions ● Maintain the NAS standards of cleanliness for vehicles, equipment and stations ● Be personally responsible for not undertaking any task or action which would knowingly cause risk to self, others, or to the NAS ● As far as is reasonably practicable attempt to prevent other people from undertaking tasks or actions which would knowingly cause risk to themselves, others, or to the NAS ● Participate in briefing/training sessions and carry out any agreed control measures and duties as instructed ● Comply with all Health and Safety guidelines, be familiar with Safety Statements and Site Specific Statements and immediately report any accidents in line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work legislation Administrative Responsibilities (Including Managing Resources & Information) ● Ensure all required technology, including ICT and communications is fully maintained and utilised as intended by NAS during working hours to ensure necessary communication at all times. ● Ensure appropriate details and method of communications are available to NAS to ensure any necessary contact outside of working hours is available and acted upon responsibly by you. Record details and maintain records of patients, journeys, vehicle refuelling and duty hours in accordance with NAS procedures ● Maintain and submit records as required by the relevant Senior Manager or a designated Manager to include Daily Vehicle Inspection Forms, Vehicle/Equipment Defect Report Forms, electronic Patient Care Reports or any other reports as required ● Co-operate with and be familiar with all management procedures in relation to discipline, industrial relations agreements, rosters, training, leave and grievance ● Take responsibility for ensuring operational equipment is ready for use ● Document all patient care and treatment and comply with records management processes ● Access and record information using computerised systems ● Undertake paperwork, such as recording routine tests on pieces of equipment ● Accept responsibility for security of stations, vehicles and equipment where appropriate ● Get to know the local community area, including: streets, roads and buildings ● Be aware of the risks and possible hazards to be found within their operational area ● Maintain confidentiality in relation to personal data held for colleagues and patients, ensuring it is processed lawfully; for no purpose other than for which it was intended; is relevant to that purpose; is retained for no longer than is necessary; is processed in accordance with the rights of the subject to access and accuracy; and is protected from accidental loss or damage in accordance with the requirements of the Data Protection legislation, and records management guidance ● Maintain confidentiality of patient identifiable personal data using a non-identifiable alternative, where practicable, and limiting access on a strictly need to know basis Tenure The post of Student Paramedic is Specified Purpose. Any posts that may be offered, either specified purpose or permanent, full time and pensionable employment as a Registered Paramedic are subject to successful completion of the Paramedic Training Programme, successful discharge of the Paramedic Internship and successful acquisition of registration as a Paramedic with PHECC. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Working Week The hours of attendance i.e. average of 39 hours per week calculated over a predetermined period of time, involves shift work. You will be expected to be available for duty outside of the rostered hours as and when the need may arise. Shift patterns are normally of 8, 10 or 12 hours duration. A shift pattern may have a period of On Call incorporated. Rosters and periods of duty will involve working at weekends, nights and during public holidays. You will be required to work the agreed roster arrangements advised to you by your line manager. Where you are required to work unsocial hours and/or night duty you will be remunerated at the nationally approved rates for your pay grade. Where you are not assigned to a roster, your Supervisor will notify the working hours allocated to you at least 24 hours in advance. Where an unforeseen event such as staff availing of bereavement, force majeure, paternity or sick leave, staff injury, Stress Management stand down, a major emergency or critical staff shortage occurs, you will be required to change allocated working hours (& leave) at short notice, i.e. less than 24 hours’ notice. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post is 23 days. 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. 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.
Customer Support Manager
We are Ireland’s largest retailer providing fashion, homewares and food for our loyal customers. We operate 134 stores across Ireland, Northern Ireland, and Spain, as well as a growing online store. Our guiding principle is to deliver excellent quality products at competitive prices and we are constantly developing our product ranges. We currently have a vacancy for a Customer Support Manager (Part Time). As a Support Manager you will learn about the business while developing your product knowledge and people management skills. As part of the management team within your store, you will also ensure that our standards of customer care are maintained and improved on an ongoing basis. This position is 100 hours per month, circa 25 hours per week, scheduled between 3 to 4 days per week, which will include late nights and weekends. The successful candidate will have the following responsibilities: Key Responsibilities: If this sounds like the job for you, please apply now and tell us why you would be perfect for this challenging and rewarding role! Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Customer Assistant
Summary From our Head Office to the shop floor and everywhere in between our primary goal is to create and deliver a fantastic customer journey for everyone who shops at Lidl. We are as flexible as you are. We have different shifts to suit your lifestyle. Come and speak to us to see what we can offer you. This may be your next career move! As a Customer Assistant you are required to sell alcohol, therefore you must be 18 or over to work in our store. What you'll do What you'll receive Through our salary system, we ensure pay equality across all positions at Lidl • €14.80 rising to €16.90 per hour after 3 years (supplementary pay outlined below)• Unsocial hours worked (12am to 7am) • 20 days holidays per annum pro rata• Company pension after 1 year• Genuine opportunities for career development• Individuals recognised as high performing will be invited to join our Leadership Academy as part of your on-going development• Circle K and Private Health Insurance discounts available for all employees• Bike to Work Scheme• Mobile and broadband discounts with Three network• Maternity & Paternity Leave top up, Marriage leave, Employee Assistance Programme Year 1 • Basic Rate €14.80 • €18.50 (Unsocial Hours) • €22.20 (Overtime/Sundays) • €29.60 (Bank Holiday) Year 2 • Basic Rate €15.35 • €19.19 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.03 (Overtime/Sundays) • €30.70 (Bank Holiday) Year 3 • Basic Rate €15.90 • €19.88 (Unsocial Hours) • €23.85 (Overtime/Sundays) • €31.80 (Bank Holiday) Year 4 • Basic Rate €16.90 • €21.13 (Unsocial Hours) • €25.35 (Overtime/Sundays) • €33.80 (Bank Holiday) Lidl is an equal opportunities employer. If you have any particular requirements, we will ensure any reasonable accommodations are implemented as part of the recruitment and selection process. We value diversity and inclusion in our workplace and want to ensure that all applicants have the same opportunity
Assistant Store Manager
Maxi Zoo is part of the Fressnapf Group, the European market leader in pet product with 1,700+ shops across Europe. Maxi Zoo is Ireland’s largest pet retailer and has 30 shops in Ireland. Maxi Zoo Ireland is driven by the desire to make the life of pets and pets owners simpler, better and happier. To achieve this, we work hard, accept responsibility and seek every opportunity to learn about pets and customers. We are currently recruiting for an Assistant Store Manager for our new store in Galway! Inital training will take place in one of our leinster so applicants must have transportation to facilitate onboarding. Travel costs will be provided. An Assistant Store Manager is responsible for supporting the Store Manager in the daily business operations of the store. The Assistant Manager reports to the Store Manager, and together they provide a smooth and profitable operation by driving revenue and managing costs while creating a culture based on the highest quality pet care and exceptional customer service. What you will do: · Provide customer advice with the aim of optimising customer approach and loyalty. This includes advertising all products and services and referring customers to regional or digital customer services. · Ensure an attractive, clean, and tidy appearance of the stores at all times in accordance with company policies and regulations to create a positive shopping experience for our customers. · Ensure compliance with all processes and regulations such as Money and Product Management, Cash Handling, and Cashier Policy, assigned back office tasks, as well as POS guidelines. · Support the Store Manager and, in consultation with the District Manager, analyse store KPIs and derive measures and actions to improve results. Simultaneously undertake all necessary back office tasks. · Ensure compliance with all process standards, legal and organisational policies, and guidelines within the Corporate Center Standards, as well as Irish regulations, especially health and safety regulations. · Ensuring that the animals entrusted to us are well cared for at all times, and that the welfare of the animal comes first. · Ensure the promotion of your professional and personal development in consultation with the store manager and attendance of all assigned staff training within the specified time frame. · Support the Store Manager in creating, developing, and managing a competent, stable store team, and especially support the development of Sales Assistants on product/pet knowledge. Additionally, support new starters with onboarding and sales skills. · Ensure full product availability on the shelves, minimize inventory discrepancies, and maintain high inventory quality. In addition, ensure conscious and efficient use of all environmental and economic resources. Provide support to the Store Manager in establishing correct staff planning in functions and ensure internal communication and information flow. · Provide overall leadership and direction in the absence of the store manager to ensure store is managed in accordance with our business culture of providing excellent customer satisfaction, while creating an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect for our store team. · Engaging, coaching and supporting the store team by recognising and understanding what motivates them. Creating a continuous culture of open communication within your store team. Being the engagement champion for your store to ensure all of the team take part in the company pulse surveys, feedback is acted on. · Supporting and developing new starters through company onboarding and continuous learning to ensure the store has trained employees to meet business needs and sales objectives. Providing feedback at regular intervals to new joiners What you will bring: · Proven successful experience as a retail Assistant Store Manager · Business orientation and the ability to step up and lead the store in the absence of the manager · The ability to build strong working relationships with the store manager and the wider store team · An appetite for learning and development demonstrated through self-learning, asking questions, accepting new challenges and taking on company learning opportunities. We aspire to have our Assistant Store Managers on the path to becoming one of our future store managers. · Customer service and management skills · Strong organisational skills · Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead staff, help customers and work with your manager. Why join us? · Advancement Opportunities – An opportunity to grow with Europe’s biggest pet retailer. At Maxi Zoo we believe in promoting from within as much as possible and developing our team to have a career path. · Educational Opportunities -you will get great training in store, through our training programs, and through company-wide training & meetings. We also provide further management training to give you the key skills to be able to motivate/engage your store team and take your career to the next level. · Competitive Salary · Employee Discount - we offer employee discount of up to 40% in our stores! Additional benefits: · Paid sick leave · Paid maternity and paternity leave · Annual leave starting at 21 days and rising to 23 days at year 6. · Employee assistance programme · Refer a friend Scheme · Cycle to work scheme
Retail Assistant
Here at Primark, we love to do things our way. Because we help our customers keep up with high fashion at affordable prices. We do everything with passion, high standards and care around here. And if that sounds like you, join us as a Retail Assistant. Because you matter People are at the heart of what we do, so it’s essential that we provide you with the right environment to perform at your very best. We offer benefits that put you first: • Salary: we offer a competitive salary €12.70 per hour plus premium Sunday rate • Balance: Enjoy flexibility with accommodating shifts • Pension: Secure your future with our generous pension scheme • Discounts: Use your in-store employee discount across our fabulous range • Support: Explore our well-being initiatives and employee assistance programme. • Holiday: Enjoy generous holidays, based on your hours • Opportunity to progress your career internationally What will I be doing? As a Retail Assistant, you’ll be making our customer’s day, every day. Here’s what this looks like in action: • Providing customers with an amazing experience as you help them with things like sizes or styles, purchases, or returns • Setting up a good-looking shop floor with full shelves, tidy fitting rooms and all the latest fashions, as well as keeping a tidy and well-organised stockroom • Delivering a fast, friendly, efficient experience at till points, processing queries, voids, and returns. • Receiving, unpacking and checking off new deliveries. Getting our products on to the shop floor and ensuring they’re all correctly priced - all while making sure everything meets our high standards Who you are: We love to delight our customers with amazing in store experiences and that starts with you! Here’s what we need: • You’re passionate about people and creating those amazing experiences • You’re honest, a strong communicator who can also listen, share ideas and get involved where needed • You’ve got good organisational skills and attention to detail • You’re a team player with high levels of motivation, a positive attitude and willingness to learn • You’re interested in fashion and the latest looks • Ideally, you’ve got some experience working within a busy retail environment CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
Emergency Medical Controller (E-Call Taker)
Job Title, Grade Code: Emergency Medical Controller (Emergency Call Taker) Grade Code: 6455 Remuneration The Salary scale for the post as at 01/01/2024 is: €33,825, €35,714, €36,796, €38,002, €39,035, €40,392, €41,757, €43,119, €44,484, €47,063 , €48,896 LSI 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: NRS14281 Closing Date: Monday 13th May 2024 at 3pm Proposed Interview Date (s) The recruitment and selection process for this campaign will be managed by the National Recruitment Service and will involve various stages. The stages of this process are as follows: Stage 1 – Application Form ( www.hse.ie ) Stage 2 – Online Assessments provisionally scheduled to take place W/C 27/05/2024 Stage 3 – Interview provisionally scheduled to take place W/C 24/06/2024 Please note these dates are provisional and are subject to change. For further information on the various stages of the recruitment process for this campaign please refer to Page 2 of the Additional Campaign Information. Taking up Appointment: A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post: National Ambulance Service - National Ambulance Service Command & Control Centre Details of the HSE National Ambulance Structure are provided at: https://www.nationalambulanceservice.ie/aboutnationalambulanceservice/ Post holders arising from this recruitment campaign will be based in the National Ambulance Service Command & Control Centre in either Ballyshannon, Co Donegal or Tallaght, Co Dublin. A panel may be created for the National Ambulance Service from which current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: Ken Lyons, General Manager NEOC Email: ken.lyons@hse.ie Phone: 0879760013 Details of Service The role and purpose of the National Ambulance Service is to provide a clinically appropriate and timely pre-hospital patient care and intermediate care service. Pre-hospital emergency care and intermediate care services are provided as an integral part of a continuum of care for patients/clients and there is a requirement to work in partnership with other health care providers in both Scheduled and Unscheduled Healthcare Services. Purpose of the Post The Emergency Medical Controller (Emergency Call Taker) post is designed to operate in a communications command and control centre environment in order to control efficiently and effectively the emergency ambulance, intermediate care and first responder services for service users and to cater for the communications needs of the Health Service. Responsible for the efficient and effective call taking of EMS, ICS and related calls and requests in order to meet service user’s needs in a timely manner and within the framework of policies, procedures and guidelines. Additionally, the Emergency Medical Controller (Emergency Call Taker) will have a key role in the future operation of alternative referral pathways. The Emergency Medical Controller (Emergency Call Taker) has a key role in delivering an effective response to emergencies within an established set of performance indicator response times. The Emergency Medical Controller (Emergency Call Taker) will play a lead role in improving communication within and externally to the service, by performing their duties in line with the ethos of customer/client service. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Service Delivery and Performance § Ensure that all requests for EMS and ICS are dealt with appropriately with particular emphasis on “can do” approach ensuring the best outcomes for all patients and clients. 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. Tenure The current vacancies will be full time and permanent (upon successful completion of training) across Ballyshannon and Tallaght location. 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 for the post as at 01/01/2024 is: €33,825, €35,714, €36,796, €38,002, €39,035, €40,392, €41,757, €43,119, €44,484, €47,063 , €48,896 LSI 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. Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at Job Offer stage. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: • Developing a SSSS for the department/service [1] , as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. • Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained, and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. • Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. • Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. • Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures [2] . • Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. • Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on writing your site or service safety statement . 2 Structures and processes for effective incident management and review of incidents. 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.
Barista, Briarhill
Barista with Café Sol Dunnes Stores is Ireland’s leading retailer positioned at the cutting edge of food and fashion retailing. We have stores in Ireland, Northern Ireland and Spain and are expanding our service and product offer all the time. The Café Sol chain of Coffee Shops was brought to Dunnes Stores in 2015. As well as the existing Coffee Shops based in Dublin City Centre, we have introduced a number of Café Sol Kiosks into Dunnes Stores throughout the country. Our kiosks are small coffee shops, located in store where customers can enjoy quality food and great coffee in a relaxed, easygoing atmosphere. Our team place a huge emphasis on the quality of coffee, as well as the level of service provided to our customers. We are currently looking to recruit vibrant, passionate individuals into the role of barista to join the team in our Café Sol Kiosk in store. Our baristas have excellent product knowledge, provide outstanding customer service, and above all else are passionate about coffee. Suitable candidates should have some experience of working in a customer-facing environment, be motivated, have excellent customer care skills, be confident communicators and have a passion for helping people. Experience in a coffee shop / café environment is not essential while the ability to prepare hot drinks is preferable. As a barista, you should be willing to learn and develop yourself, have a desire to succeed and to contribute to our positive team environment as well as promoting our unique brand. Key Skills Dunnes Stores is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Sales Assistant
Main purpose of the role: Responsible for ensuring customer satisfaction is the number one priority. Interact with each customer with great pride, passion and care and inspire shoppers through knowledge and expertise. The ideal candidate will have/be: • Excellent communication skills • Ability to engage with and prioritise customer needs • Strong attention to detail, organised and flexible • Ability to use own initiative and work as part of a team in a fast-paced environment • Customer driven • Previous customer service experience is an advantage. Main duties: • Actively live Centra brand-values i.e. Proud, Energetic, Imaginative and Community-Based • Show a positive attitude and take responsibility for ensuring customers receive an excellent shopping experience • Deal with all customer queries efficiently, professionally and consistent with store policy • Merchandise shelves, ensuring that all areas of the store are presented to the highest standard • Engage with new initiatives and embrace new ways of working.
Office Administrator
We are a Galway-based, family-owned and managed company providing waste collection services across the domestic, commercial, industrial and building sectors. Our complete waste management service incorporates the collection and safe disposal of solid and liquid waste. The company employs over 80 team members and due to continued investment and expansion are now looking to recruit an experienced and professional Office Administrator to support our organisation. As a Office Administrator with our company, you will play a critical role in our operations. The Successful canditate will: The company has ambitious sustainability 2030 targets that are based on existing technology and realistic deployment. This deliverable strategy builds the foundations for the next phase of our long-term ambition of reaching net-zero emissions across our direct operations by no later than 2050. Highlights include: · 50% reduction in CO2 emissions · 20% increase in collection route efficiency · All cars and vans to be Electric Vehicles · Plant 50,000 trees to offset CO2 produced as a result of operations. · Buy 100% renewable electricity. · Develop our renewable energy capability (solar panels on roofs of offices) Annual Salary Range: from € 27,500.00 to € 28,500.00
Studio/Warehouse Assistant
The Role: EZ Living Furniture requires a fixed term studio /warehouse assistant individual for their ecommerce warehouse & studio in Galway. The right candidate must have experience in painting, furniture assembly & the capability to lift heavy furniture around sets and in/out of stores. We are looking for a self-motivated and hard-working individual. The main focus of the role will be to work closely with the Studio team on a daily basis to construct & maintain numerous sets. The Company EZ Living Furniture was founded in Galway in 1998. We are a family run Irish retailer with stores operating nationwide, as well as a full online shopping experience offering delivery throughout Ireland. We are the largest Furniture Retailer in Ireland employing over 300 people. Responsibilities: Requirements: · You will be a team player, hardworking and conscientious with strong motivational skills · Experience of interiors and/or set design or visual merchandising is an added bonus but not a requirement · Ability to assemble and disassemble furniture · Work well in a fast paced & busy environment · Strong organisational & time management skills · Work well within a team and on your own initiative · Strong communication skills *Please note* this is a physically demanding role with a lot of lifting of furniture involved on a daily basis. Experience Required · Knowledge and experience in maintenance - i.e. DIY · Driving The Person Collaborative Pays Attention to detail Ability to prioritise CLICK THE APPLY BUTTON TO GO TO THEIR CAREERS PAGE WHERE YOU CAN CHECK THIS JOB AND ALL OTHER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE.
