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Purpose of the Role: To provide Portering support, service and assistance throughout the hospital as and when required. Essential Criteria: Qualifications Requirements: · Hold the relevant Health Skills FETAC level 5 qualification AND/OR · an equivalent relevant Health Care qualification AND/OR · Have a minimum of 1-year relevant employment in General Support Services, Portering, HCA, MTA in either a Nursing Home/hospital setting within the last 5 years. How to Apply & Informal Enquiries: The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Friday 29th November 2024 by 11:45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact jean.doyle@childrenshealthireland.ie For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact recruitment@childrenshealthireland.ie
Catering Assistant
Purpose of the role: The purpose of this post is to carry out all relevant duties within the Catering & Household Services department, which meet the food safety standards set out by the Hospital in compliance with HACCP regulations. The successful candidate will deliver catering service to patients, staff & visitors in a polite & respectful manner. Essential Criteria: How to apply & Informal queries: Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met. The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria. * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Friday 29th November 2024 by 11:45p.m. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact Head of portering at Marie.OKeeffe@childrenshealthireland.ie For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact recruitment@childrenshealthireland.ie
Team Member
Costa Coffee requires a Team Member for our store in Sandyford. At Costa Coffee we are as passionate about our people as we are our great coffee! Being a part of our team gives you the chance to learn new skills in coffee excellence whilst letting your personality shine through. As a Costa Barista you receive full training in delivering every customer with an unbeatable coffee experience, through great customer service and great coffee. Are you: -
Care Responder
Community Care responder Full time salary position; Working during weekends, 2 days off during the week; Our care responders play a vital role in providing a high-quality service to our clients and giving additional support to our healthcare assistants. Our care responder would be working as an ‘On-call Senior healthcare assistant.' 5 days a week they would be working between set hours to cover shifts and help out the team. We look after a wide range of adults in the community with long-term disabilities requiring complex care to personal and social care of the older person. The core responsibilities of this role will be to: · Cover unscheduled staff absences to ensure that clients receive their care. · Once a month be part of the weekend on-call rota as and when required. · Carry out care for the client as per their care plan. · Assist with emergency issues to ensure clients' care is met. · Drive from client to client in the south Dublin area. · Introducing and shadowing new staff. · Document any care given and any issues of concern and report as appropriate and as per company policy. · Supporting the supervisors with their role. · Adhere to Health & Safety regulations · Assist with health care assistance duties as required. All candidates should have: 2 years or more of community experience working as a care assistant. FETAC level 5 or equivalent qualification in a health care discipline Excellent communication skills Current CPR certification Current P eople Moving and Handling certification. Fluent English- spoken, written, and comprehension. Must have an European or Irish driving license . Why should you apply? This is a great opportunity to use your existing knowledge and develop new skills in a supported environment!
Uhwah Chief II Pharmacist
********PLEASE COMPLETE THE APPLICATION FORM FULLY, CV'S ARE NOT ACCEPTED******** Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Professional/Clinical The post holder will be the operational manager of the patient services functions of the pharmacy department and oversee technician led procurement and supply activities. S/he will: 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.
Finance Business Partner
Finance Business Partner Permanent full time (35 hours per week) Location: (Tullamore/Monasterevin) Please refer to the attached Job Description and person Specification. The additional information document is also available. We are currently looking to recruit a Finance Business Partner – They will be a suitably experienced individual who will work alongside different business departments and regions, creating a real and active partnership with both operations and finance. They will provide financial information, tools, analysis and insight to Regional Directors and other members of the Executive Management Team, challenging their thinking, helping them make decisions that are more informed and driving business priorities. Their role will be to provide real-time support and analysis, to be a trusted advisor and to add value that will assist in decision-making. As most managers and staff are not finance professionals, it is important that they have an ability to communicate their message, to understand their audience and deliver the information in a clear and user-friendly manner. Person Specification · A demonstrable record of achievement in a finance role within a large complex organisation including direct engagement with and influencing decision makers regarding financial performance and control. · Experience in a Section 38 publicly funded organisation strongly desirable. · Experience in the preparation of financial costings. · Experience in a leadership role with line management responsibility. · Demonstrate the ability to effectively plan and manage resources, handle multiple priorities concurrently, structuring and organising own workload and that of others effectively. · Effective report writing and communication of key message to non-finance managers. · Strong analytical ability. · Communication & Interpersonal skills. · Initiative and Motivation. · Excellent organisational, logistical and I.T skills an advantage. Informal Enquiries: Director of Finance – Andrea O’Connor: 087-9499986 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Thursday 28th of November 2024. Please note: Interviews to be held during the week of 2nd December 2024. To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
Neuro-physiologist, Senior, University Hospital
Cork University Hospital (CUH) is the largest acute hospital in the country. The hospital is a primary teaching hospital with close alliances to University College Cork (UCC), nursing, medical and allied health professional training. The hospital also plays a central role in the management of co-located services on-site. CUH is the largest university teaching hospital in Ireland and the only Level 1 Trauma Centre in the country – an accreditation given with the presence of 40 different medical and surgical specialities delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Critical Care, Cancer Services, and Emergency Medicine. CUH is the tertiary referral Centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra-regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional Centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional Centre for a total population of 1.1 million. CUH now has 800 beds following the completion of the transfer of Cardiac and Renal services to the recently constructed Cardiac Renal Centre. The hospital currently employs 3,400 staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in UCC. CUH provides the only consultant lead clinical neuro-physiology service outside of Dublin. Our neurophysiology service is unique in that we provide all aspects- NCS/EMG (adult and Paediatric), EEG (adult, Paediatric, neonatal, ICU, telemetry, sleep-deprived and routine), evoked potentials, small fibre testing and intraoperative neuromonitoring and autonomic testing. We currently provide a service to almost every medical and surgical team in the hospital. Highest demand comes through the following services: - Neurology - Neurosurgery - Orthopaedics - Paediatrics - ICU/critical care - Emergency department and MAU - Rheumatology - Medicine for the elderly - Vascular surgery Informal Enquiries: Dr Brian McNamara, Consultant Neurophysiologist, Cork University Hospital Email: brian.mcnamara@hse.ie Telephone: 086-1702569 Beth Hackett, Business Manager, Cork University Hospital Email: beth.hackett@hse.ie Telephone: 087-7102370
Neuro-physiologist, Chief, University Hospital
Cork University Hospital (CUH) is the largest acute hospital in the country. The hospital is a primary teaching hospital with close alliances to University College Cork (UCC), nursing, medical and allied health professional training. The hospital also plays a central role in the management of co-located services on-site. CUH is the largest university teaching hospital in Ireland and the only Level 1 Trauma Centre in the country – an accreditation given with the presence of 40 different medical and surgical specialities delivered by the hospital – including Neurosciences, Cardiac Services, Orthopaedics, General Surgery, Renal, Internal Medicine, Vascular, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastic Surgery, Maxillary-Facial, Paediatrics, Critical Care, Cancer Services, and Emergency Medicine. CUH is the tertiary referral Centre for the HSE Southern area, and the supra-regional area of Limerick, Clare, Tipperary, Waterford and Kilkenny. CUH therefore acts as a regional Centre for secondary and tertiary care for the catchment population of 550,000 served by the HSE Southern area and a supra-regional Centre for a total population of 1.1 million. CUH now has 800 beds following the completion of the transfer of Cardiac and Renal services to the recently constructed Cardiac Renal Centre. The hospital currently employs 3,400 staff of multiple professions and is the primary teaching hospital for the Faculty of Health and Science in UCC. CUH provides the only consultant lead clinical neurophysiology service outside of Dublin. Our neurophysiology service is unique in that we provide all aspects- NCS/EMG (adult and Paediatric), EEG (adult, Paediatric, neonatal, ICU, telemetry, sleep-deprived and routine), evoked potentials, small fibre testing and intraoperative neuromonitoring and autonomic testing. We currently provide a service to almost every medical and surgical team in the hospital. Highest demand comes through the following services: - Neurology - Neurosurgery - Orthopaedics - Paediatrics - ICU/critical care - Emergency department and MAU - Rheumatology - Medicine for the elderly - Vascular surgery Informal Enquiries: Dr Brian McNamara, Consultant Neurophysiologist, Cork University Hospital Email: brian.mcnamara@hse.ie Telephone: 086-1702569 Beth Hackett, Business Manager, Cork University Hospital Email: beth.hackett@hse.ie Telephone: 087-7102370
Nursery Nurse, University Maternity Hospital
Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH) is a 150 bedded Tertiary Referral Centre for Maternity, Neonatology and Gynaecology located on the campus of Cork University Hospital. CUMH incorporates the Obstetric, Gynaecology, and Neonatology Services in the Cork University Hospital Group within the Health Service Executive Southern region. CUMH has approximately 7,000 births per annum and is a tertiary referral centre. Services at CUMH are delivered within the South South/West Hospital Group (SSWHG) Ireland South Women & Infants Directorate which is based on the principles of partnership and integration and strongly supports the involvement of the multidisciplinary team in service provision. CUMH is the site for clinical placements for student midwives and student nurses in undergraduate and postgraduate programmes delivered in partnership with University College Cork. CUMH Services incorporates the use of the MN-CMS (Maternal Newborn Clinical Management System) into care delivered at CUMH. There are four Maternity Units in the South/South West Hospital Group - University Hospital Waterford, University Hospital Kerry, Cork University Maternity Hospital and Tipperary University Hospital - spanning four of the largest counties in the country. Maternity Services includes Neonatology and Gynaecology as well as Midwifery and Obstetrics. The Group’s Primary Academic partner is University College Cork. A wide range of educational programmes and research is conducted within all hospitals in the Group. The post holder will report to the Clinical Midwife Manager (CMM) or designated officer. The post holder will be Accountable to the Assistant Director of Midwifery and the Director of Midwifery. Nursing has been defined as "The use of clinical judgement in the provision of care to enable people to improve, maintain, or recover health, to cope with health problems, and to achieve the best quality of life, whatever their disease or disability, until death” (Royal College of Nursing, 2003). The difference between the registered nurse and the Nursery Nurse is in the knowledge that is the basis of the assessment of need and the determination of action to meet the need, plus the clinical judgement inherent in the processes of assessment, diagnosis, prescription and evaluation. Purpose of Post The Nursery Nurse (Maternity Services), as an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, supports, assists and complements the role of the midwife, in the provision of safe, effective, quality care to women and babies. The Nursery Nurse in maternity service works under the supervision of a Registered Midwife. The Nursery Nurse will assist the midwives in the care of women and their babies and undertake other duties, and communicate with others as has been delegated to him/her by a registered midwife. The National Maternity Strategy (2016) puts the needs of mothers and babies at its center by ensuring women have access to safe, high quality, evidence based maternity care. This will be done by facilitating choice for women in so far as it is safe to do so. Nursery nurses provide assistance, support and direct personal care to mothers and their babies in healthcare settings. They generally work in support, or under delegation, direction and supervision, of health professionals. They support multi-disciplinary teams in the delivery of high-quality care. Informal Enquiries Úna Cahill Assistant Director of Midwifery, CUMH Email: una.cahill@hse.ie Telephone: 021 4920756 Claire O’Halloran Assistant Director of Midwifery, CUMH Email: claire.ohalloran@hse.ie Telephone: 021 4920704
CHW Orthoptist, Senior
Orthoptist, Senior Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Orthoptist, Senior (Grade Code: 3417) Remuneration The salary scale for the post is 01/10/2024: €62,038-€63,362-€64,726-€66,077-€67,430-€68,854-€70,353-€71,848-€73,048 Campaign Reference CHW082-OSCHW-2024 Closing Date Monday 02nd December 2024 at 12 noon. Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given two weeks notice. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently 1 temporary whole-time vacancy available in: Shantalla, Galway with outreach clinic in Tuam Co Galway A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Community Ophthalmology, Primary Care, (Galway) within Community Healthcare West from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Dr Geraldine Comer Geraldinem.comer@hse.ie Ita Kelly, Business Manager, ita.kelly1@hse.ie , 087 7784931 Details of Service An expanded ophthalmology service for adults and children has been developed in Community Health Organisation 2 (CHO2) in line with the recommendations outlined in the Primary Care Eye Services Review Group Report. The Senior Orthoptist will work as part of the newly established multidisciplinary Primary Care Eye Team (PCET) which currently includes one Consultant Ophthalmologist, one Ophthalmic Physician, two Clinical optometrists, one Senior Orthoptist, one Ophthalmic Nurse and two Ophthalmic Technicians. The team with includes a Consultant Ophthalmologist, Community Physician, Orthoptist, Optometrist, Ophthalmic Nurse and Ophthalmic Technicians x 2, delivers paediatric care and adult ophthalmic care for pre and post cataract clinics with the aim of expanding to include glaucoma clinics. Galway: Paediatric clinics are delivered from Shantalla Health Centre with outreach clinics held in Tuam Primary Care Centre Reporting Relationship · The post holder will report Operationally; Ita Kelly, Business Manager · The post holder will report Clinically: Dr Geraldine Comer Key Working Relationships The Orthoptist will be an integral member of the Ophthalmic team which also comprises of a Consultant Ophthalmologist, Community Ophthalmic Physician, Clinical Optometrists, Orthoptist, Tertiary referral unit staff Purpose of the Post The Orthoptist, Staff Grade, will be working to provide an Orthoptic service and care for service users / patients Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Orthoptist, Senior will: Clinical / Professional · Operate within the Scope of Practice of the British and Irish Orthoptic society (BIOS) and Irish Association of Orthoptists’ (IAO) and register with CORU when applicable. · Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation. · Perform all clinical duties in accordance with directives issued. · Carry a caseload and be responsible for the organisation of their own workload in line with agreed priorities, policies and procedures. · Accept Orthoptic referrals as per local HSE policy for the Community Ophthalmic Service. · Conduct Orthoptic assessments and treatments for children and / or adults / patients from the referred from the Early Intervention Team and advise on their continued care. · Will assess patients post stroke, can be referred from any source · Carry out supervision and direction of Amblyopia therapy with various methods of occlusion and instruct patients / parents / guardians on a continuous course of home treatment in relation to Strabismus and Amblyopia. · Carry out visual field examinations when requested (Humphrey Field Analyser) and participate in digital imaging / clinical photography and other automated ophthalmic investigations when required. · Provide any additional ophthalmic investigations including, Visual Field Testing, Ophthalmic Imaging including fundus photography, optical coherent tomography. · Interpret the results of Orthoptic assessments and provide recommendations and reports to other health and educational professionals as necessary. · Determine the reasons for erroneous clinical test results and work to minimise occurrence of these. · Diagnose and formulate a programme of treatment for Orthoptic patients / service users. · Organise onward referral if necessary to other professionals and voluntary services, and communicate with them on an ongoing basis as necessary. · Liaise with Ophthalmic medical staff in matters arising during patients / service users continued care. · Provide counselling to patients, relatives and carers on Orthoptic conditions. · Review patient’s/ service user’s progress regularly, record and maintain a record of information accurately and legibly. · Monitor orthoptic problems on an ongoing basis informing the client and / or family and the professionals involved, on any changes. · Conduct paediatric and adult Orthoptic clinics, with clinical guidance provided by the Consultant Ophthalmologist’. · Perform clinical audit studies as required. · Provide reports as required e.g. monthly activity report. · Maintain a record of work activity. Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development (CPD) including in-service training, attending and presenting at conferences / courses relevant to practice, promoting and contributing to research etc. · Engage in support / supervision. · Participate in the Clinical tuition of Optometry, Orthoptic, medical and nursing students. · Manage, participate and play a role in the practice education of student Orthoptists. · Provide Orthoptic education to undergraduate Orthoptic students as required. · Develop protocols, patient care plans, goal setting and outcome measures · Participate in research and developments in Orthoptics. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. Health and Safety · Contribute to the development of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice. Adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others. · Be aware of risk management issues. Adequately identifies, assesses, manages and monitors risk within their area of responsibility. · Document appropriately and report any near misses, hazards and accidents and bring them to the attention of the relevant person(s). · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. · Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service. Administrative · Contribute to the planning and development of the Orthoptic Service and participate in service improvements. · Plan and manage resources efficiently in assigned areas of responsibility. · Undertake any reasonable professional and administrative duties as agreed. · Work collaboratively with other disciplines and professions. · As an employee, maintain the confidentiality of information regarding patients, employees or any business relating to the HSE. · Maintain appropriate service user records, databases and statistics in accordance with HSE requirements and local guidelines, Freedom of Information Act, Data Protection Acts and other relevant legislation. · 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: 1. Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition possess: (i) B.Sc (Hons) Orthoptics from Glasgow Caledonian University. OR (ii) B.Sc (Hons) Orthoptics from the University of Liverpool. OR (iii) BMed Sci (Hons) Orthoptics from the University of Sheffield. OR (iv) A validated qualification equivalent to (i) or (ii) or (iii) above. OR (v) Be registered as an Orthoptist with the Health & Care Professionals Council UK (HCPC). AND (b) Candidates must have 3 years full-time post qualification clinical experience. AND (c) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 2. Health Candidates 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. 3. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post specific Requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in Ophthalmology as relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post Have access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Clinical and Professional Knowledge · Demonstrates an understanding of the organisation of Orthoptic services, including an understanding of Orthoptic procedures, the underpinning theory and its application to the role. · Demonstrates a high level of clinical knowledge and evidence based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. · Demonstrates an ability to apply knowledge to best practice. · Demonstrates evidence based clinical and technical knowledge in making decisions regarding patient assessment and care. · Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development. · Demonstrates a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates evidence of effective planning and organising skills including the ability to effectively organise and manage a busy client / patient caseload. · Demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines. · Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands. · Demonstrates a patient focused approach to planning and delivery of services. 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. · Demonstrates 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 · Demonstrates 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 · Demonstrates 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. Orthoptist, Senior Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available is temporary and whole time The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The salary scale for the post is 01/10/2024: €62,038-€63,362-€64,726-€66,077-€67,430-€68,854-€70,353-€71,848-€73,048 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
