Senior Cardiac Physiologist- UPMC Whitfield Hospital

UPMC Ireland; Munster; On-site; EUR 56,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully paid maternity leave

Paternity leave

Competitive Pension Plan

Death in Service x3

Critical Illness cover

Job summary

UPMC Ireland is seeking a Senior Cardiac Physiologist to join the Cardiology Department at UPMC Whitfield Hospital, Waterford. The role covers non-invasive testing and invasive procedures within the Cardiac Catheterisation Laboratory.

Key duties include ECG, ambulatory monitoring, paced rhythm management, echocardiography, and assisted Cath Lab procedures. A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience is required; 35 hours per week with DOE salary.

Qualifications

• Must hold a BSc in Clinical Measurement or equivalent as confirmed by IICMS.
• Must hold MP(M)P certificate or equivalent as confirmed by IICMS.
• Must hold an equivalent Level 8 qualification per IICMS.
• Minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience.
• Experience in ECG, echocardiography, cardiac catheterisation lab and rhythm management.

Responsibilities

• Perform resting and exercise ECG interpretation and reporting.
• Carry out ambulatory ECG and BP recordings analysis.
• Pacemaker/ICD/CRT follow-up and reporting.
• Perform transthoracic echocardiography and report findings.
• Assist with transoesophageal echocardiography and diagnostic/interventional Cath Lab procedures.
• Contribute to device implantation follow-up and reporting; manage on-call duties.
• Document reports accurately and communicate results to the team.

Skills

Cardiac physiology

ECG interpretation

Echocardiography

Cath Lab experience

Pacemaker follow-up

Education

BSc in Clinical Measurement (DIT) or equivalent

MPPM Certificate (DIT) or equivalent

Equivalent Level 8 qualification (IICMS)

Job description

Location: UPMC Whitfield Hospital Job type: Permanent Salary: €55,665 - €68,633. DOE Hours: 35hrs per week

Overview of role

The post holder will be expected to work as a Senior Cardiac Physiologist within the Cardiology Department at UPMC Whitfield Hospital. This covers non-invasive testing within the cardiac department and invasive procedures within the Cardiac Catheterisation laboratory service at UPMC Whitfield Hospital.

Details of Service

• The Cardiac Department carries out a wide range of diagnostic investigations which include the following:
• ECG recording/interpretation and highlighting any abnormal findings.
• 24 / 72 Hour Ambulatory E.C.G. monitoring and analysis
• 24 ABP monitoring and analysis
• Cardiac Physiologist managed EST and reporting
• ICD/CRT/PPM/CSP implant, follow up, troubleshooting and reporting
• Implant, remote monitoring and reporting of Cardiac implantable loop recorders
• Transthoracic Echocardiography (scanning and reporting)
• Transoesophageal Echocardiography
• Cardiac Catheterisation to include angiography and PCI procedures, right heart catheterisation, IVUS, FFR/IFR and IABP
• DC Cardioversions
• Electrophysiology Service that includes EP Studies, PVI, Mapping and Ablation to include FARAPULSE PFA (Pulsed Field Ablation) Technology

Duties & Responsibilities

The Senior Cardiac Physiologist will: Perform the following procedures:

• Resting ECG,
• Exercise treadmill testing, both medical and Physiologist led,
• Fit and analyse of ambulatory ECG and BP recordings,
• Pacemaker and ICD/CRT follow-up,
• Transthoracic echocardiography and report on same,
• Assist with transoesophageal echocardiography,
• Assist with Diagnostic and interventional procedures in Cath. Lab,
• Assist with pacemaker and implantable defibrillator procedures,
• Report procedure findings and highlighting abnormal findings.

Other

• Be expected to take part in any on-call rota that may be or become part of their department. Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s).
• Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of cardiac diagnostic services for service users according to service standards and best practice.
• Supervise staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Chief 11 Cardiac Physiologist.
• Foster and maintain professional working relationships with colleagues, front line managers, and other healthcare personnel in the team.
• Ensure the quality of documentation of reports are in accordance with local service and professional standards.
• Communicate verbally and / or in writing results, data interpretation and reports to the relevant team and consultants in accordance with service policy.
• Participate as part of a multi-disciplinary team as appropriate, communicating and working in co-operation with other team members.

Qualifications & Experience

• Possess the BSc in Clinical Measurement from Dublin Institute of Technology or equivalent as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science (IICMS).
• Possess the Certificate in Medical Physics and Physiological Measurement (MPPM) from Dublin Institute of Technology or equivalent as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science (IICMS).
• Possess an equivalent relevant scientific qualification (Level 8) as confirmed by the Irish Institute of Clinical Measurement Science (IICMS).
• Have a minimum of 3 years satisfactory relevant post qualification experience.
• The candidate must have relevant experience in the following areas: Electrocardiography, Echocardiography, Cardiac Catheterisation Lab,Cardiac Rhythm management (implant and follow up)
• Desirable: Echocardiography accreditation, Cardiac Rhythm Management accreditation Electrophysiology Experience

Salary scale: €55,665.49 - €68,633.69 per annum based on a 35 hour week

This job description is intended to be an outline of the areas of responsibility. As UPMC and the post holder develop, this job description may be subject to review in light of the changing needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Statement and Benefits

UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.

Benefits

- Fully paid maternity and paternity leave for new parents. Competitive Pension Plan, company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times. Critical Illness cover for all employees up to the age of 66.

Performance and Recognition

- Rewards for performance that supports the goals and mission of UPMC through our annual ACES programme.

Work-Life Balance

- Enhanced annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days. Flexible working opportunities to support you to work around external family commitments.

Development and Career Opportunities

- Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.

About UPMC

UPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world. In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.