CARDIAC TECHNICIAN. PART TIME, TEMPORARY POSITION - Blackrock-Clinic
Location: Dublin - Dublin
Rate: N/A
Job Status: Temporary
CARDIAC TECHNICIAN
PART TIME, TEMPORARY POSITION
ROLE SUMMARY
To be familiar with the techniques and range of equipment used in current medical practice for the diagnosis, treatment and care of patients referred to the Cardiology Department.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.0Key Areas of Responsibility
1.1 To perform and interpret the following: ECG’s, Stress tests, Holter monitoring & analysis, BP
monitors & analysis, Event monitors & analysis & Pacemaker follow up.
1.2 To be responsible for accurate storing of reports generated from the above tests.
1.3 Training in Pacemaker implant and ICD implant and follow up, Echocardiography, Cardiac
Catheterisation & Electrophysiology. Maintain accurate documentation regarding these
Procedures. Have adequate knowledge of the products required during these procedures.
1.4 To be professionally responsible for all aspects of the post holders own work.
1.5 Support the Head of Department in the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving
And developing the service of the Cardiology Department.
1.6 Maintaining the department environment to promote good infection control and health
and safety at work.
1.7 Working co-operatively with others as part of the multi-disciplinary team helping and assisting
other clinical staff in the routine work associated with patient care.
Person Specification
You must possess good communication and interpersonal skills and be a good team player.
Previous experience in Echocardiography or a cath Lab is desirable.
To apply for the above positions or for a detailed job specification, please contact Deirdre Sheridan, on (click Apply now button), HR Department, Blackrock Clinic, Blackrock, Co Dublin, email your curriculum vitae to (click Apply now button)
Closing date for the receipt of applications: 6th August 2010
About this company
A career with Blackrock Clinic could be one of the best choices you will ever make. Combining competitive pay & benefits with excellent training, we offer a rewarding work environment that genuinely values your contribution to patient welfare.
Blackrock Clinic is Ireland’s leading independent hospital. Blackrock Clinic can be characterised as a hospital of firsts. It was one of the first hospitals in Ireland to be accredited by JCI, the world’s largest hospital accreditation programme.
Since opening in 1986, it has established a national reputation for quality and innovation in diagnostic services and the care of patients in a wide range of specialties, in particular cardiac surgery, cardiology, oncology and orthopaedics.
Blackrock Clinic is conveniently located on the scenic southern coast of Dublin Bay and is well serviced by Public transport.
Blackrock Clinic’s €100m five year expansion programme is nearing completion, with the opening of three additional floors during 2010. The project will keep the hospital at the forefront of high quality clinical care in Ireland.
The extension will also accommodate a Day Unit to meet the growing demand for same-day surgery and offer patients state-of-the-art facilities for minor procedures, including endoscopy, an area where there are lengthy waiting lists in the public sector.
This exciting new development will not only improve on the fantastic services available at the hospital but will bring with it great employment opportunities.
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