Senior Cardiac Physiologist

Affidea UK & Ireland; Cork; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Cork is seeking a Senior Cardiac Physiologist / Lead Echocardiographer to lead the Echocardiography services. This role involves managing clinic operations, providing clinical leadership, and mentoring junior staff. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in echocardiography and strong organizational skills. A flexible working environment is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years post-qualification experience with at least 3 years in Echo.
• Current BSE or EACVI accreditation is essential.
• Ability to work independently and manage a high-volume workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage clinic workload while maintaining high standards.
• Provide clinical leadership in echocardiography and non-invasive testing.
• Lead and mentor junior staff to ensure high patient care standards.

Skills

Clinical Measurement Science

Echocardiography

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Recognised qualification in Clinical Measurement Science

Job description

The Affidea Group is one of the most successful European healthcare diagnostics imaging companies, with over 400 staff within our Irish clinics. The business operates diagnostic imaging and minor injuries centres around the country, offering a broad range of cutting-edge imaging technology and healthcare services to the public, insurers, employers, and other organisations.

We are currently recruiting for a Senior Cardiac Physiologist / Lead Echocardiographer to lead a new service based in our Cork Clinic. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced and motivated Cardiac Physiologist seeking to advance their career with a leading healthcare provider focused on developing and expanding Echocardiography Services throughout Ireland.

The cardiology suite will cover a comprehensive range of services and non-invasive cardiovascular investigations, including:

• Transthoracic echocardiography
• ECG
• Stress testing
• Ambulatory Holter and blood pressure monitoring
• Cardiac CT and MRI
• Access to invasive services via local partners

Duties:

• Manage your own clinic workload efficiently while maintaining high standards. Flexible working conditions can be discussed.
• Provide clinical leadership within echocardiography and non-invasive testing, adhering to department policies, procedures, and internationally recognised guidelines.
• Lead and mentor junior staff, ensuring high standards of training and patient care.
• Collaborate with cardiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver optimal care.
• Participate in the development of new testing sites nationwide, if desired.
• Hold a recognised qualification in Clinical Measurement Science or an equivalent relevant scientific qualification, as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Physiology (IICMP).
• Ideally, have approximately 5 years post-qualification experience with at least 3 years in Echo.
• Possess current BSE (British Society of Echocardiography) or EACVI (European Association of Cardiovascular Imaging) accreditation.
• Demonstrate strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a high-volume workload.
• Work independently with strong communication skills.
• Show ambition and energy to grow Echocardiography services throughout Ireland.

Application Process:

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