Senior Clinical Vascular Physiologist

• At all-times treating the patient with dignity and respect, while exercising discretion and maintaining their confidentiality
• To perform and interpret the following: Carotid Ultrasound, Venous, Lower Limb Arterial, Upper limb Venous, Upper limb Arterial, Graft Scanning, pseudo aneurysm scanning, Segmental Pressures and Ankle/Brachial Index
• To be responsible for accurate storing of reports generated from the above tests
• Keep accurate documentation of these procedures
• To ensure that all records are properly and accurately maintained
• To be professionally responsible for all aspects of the post holder’s own work
• Participate in the teaching, training and supervision of new or junior staff and students
• Contribute to the development and implementation of policies and guidelines
• Maintaining the department environment to promote good infection control and health and safety at work
• Providing comfort, reassurance and support to patients in times of high anxiety or distress
• Function effectively in an emergency situation
• Adapt to changing workloads
• Participating in discussion about patient care and ward/departmental development including handover and team meetings
• Demonstrating an understanding of the importance of accurate documentation and contributing towards recording daily reports of patient activity and progress
• Know and practice within legal requirements including those set down by the Society of Vascular Technicians of Great Britain and Ireland
• Report any malfunction or defects in equipment relevant to the person
• Support the Head of Department in the implementation of initiatives aimed at improving and developing the service of the Vascular Department
• Listening to and being able to accept constructive feedback
• Undertake when necessary administrative and clerical duties to facilitate the smooth running of the department
• Complying with policies and procedures of Blackrock Clinic e.g Health and Safety
• Infection Control including disposal of waste, sharps and infected linen
• Accident and Incident Reporting
• Complaints Procedure
• Hospital Fire Policy and evacuation
• Communicate appropriate with colleagues and other members of the health care team
• Communicate in a manner that avoids antagonism, reduces conflict and prevents undue anxiety
• Recognise self-limitations and seek assistance
• Attend and contribute to staff meetings and team briefing
• Accept constructive advice when appropriate
• Report all incidents immediately, which may adversely affect a patient, colleague or Blackrock Clinic
• Communications clearly and appropriately with patients, their relatives/friends, colleagues and all members of the MDT team including responding to queries answering the phone, taking messages and passing on written and verbal information to patients
• Function within the limits of The College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science and hospital policies, procedures and standards
• Support the philosophy, objectives and goals of Blackrock Health
• Observe appropriate lines of authority
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all patients and activities of Blackrock Clinic
• Continue to develop personal knowledge and skills
• Seek and take education opportunities in addition to those provided by the hospital
• Provide direct supervision to other members of the team when appropriate
• Participate in developing and providing quality care within Blackrock Clinic
• Assist with the orientation, teaching and supervision of new and junior personnel
• Present a professional appearance and conform to the dress, hygiene and infection control policies of the Clinic
• Is always punctual when on duty
• Accept responsibility for “Acting Up” in specific instances, as assigned

• Possess the BSc in Clinical Measurement from Dublin Institute of Technology or equivalent
• Or possess Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological measurement from Dublin Institute of Technology or its equivalent
• Membership of the College and Society for Clinical Vascular Science or equivalent society
• Candidates must have a minimum of 3 years satisfactory relevant post qualification experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Laser vein guidance an advantage

• Competitive salary
• Onsite parking
• Pension
• Discounted Cafe
• Sports and Social club
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discounted onsite pharmacy