QUALIFICATIONS
Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed application for the office,
Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc
(a)
Candidates must,
(i)
Hold as a minimum a recognised qualification at National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ), Level 7 or higher, in one of the following engineering disciplines;
(i.1) Electronic,
(i.2) Electrical,
(i.3) Instrument Physics,
(i.4) Industrial Instrumentation,
(i.5) Applied Physics,
(i.6) Mechanical,
(i.7) Mechtronic,
(i.8) Biomedical Engineering;
or;
(ii)
Hold a recognised qualification at least equivalent to one of the above
Age Restrictions In Relation To Applications
Age restriction shall only apply to a candidate where he/she is not classified as a new entrant (within the meaning of the Public Service Superannuation (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act, 2004). A candidate who is not classified as a new entrant must be under 65 years of age on the first day of the month in which the latest date for receiving completed applications for the office occurs.
3. Health
A candidate 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 as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
4. Be of good character.
5. Garda Vetting is sought for all employees and prospective employees of Tallaght Hospital. Given the specialised nature of the services provided, your appointment will be subject to satisfactory Garda Vetting and re-vetting in circumstances where the Hospital deems it appropriate. The Hospital will then process the necessary documentation to endeavour to obtain satisfactory Garda clearance for you. You are obliged to disclose previous and any criminal convictions acquired during the course of your employment. Should the Hospital obtain information from the Garda Vetting Unit to indicate that your Garda clearance report is not satisfactory and / or if you have supplied the hospital with false or misleading information in relation to your Garda clearance status, the Hospital reserves the right to withdraw or terminate this contract in accordance with Tallaght Hospital Garda Vetting policy.
Particulars of Office
1. The appointment is for a full time contract internship for up to 3 year post with a 12 month review to progress annually.
2. Duties:
The Clinical Engineering Technician will perform such duties as outlined in this job description
3. Hours of work:
Normal working hours are 35 worked over 5 days. Your contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8 am to 8 pm over 7 days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement.
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4. Remuneration:
Remuneration is in accordance with the salary scale approved by the Department of Health & Children. Current remuneration with effect from 1st January 2018:
€30,460 by 7 increments to €40,249 per annum
7. Pension arrangements and retirement age
There are three superannuation schemes currently in operation for staff in Tallaght Hospital:
(a) Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (Non-New Entrant)
(b) Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (New Entrant)
(c) Single Public Service Pension Scheme
Please read carefully the summary of the criteria for the three superannuation schemes below. This will assist you in identifying which scheme membership is applicable to your employment circumstances.
(a) If you have been continually employed in the public service prior to the 1st April 2004 and you have not had a break in service of more than 26 weeks, you will be included in the Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (Non-New Entrant) with a Minimum Retirement Age of 60 and a Maximum Retirement Age of 65.
(b) If you have been continually employed in the public service post the 1st April 2004 and you have not had a break in service of more than 26 weeks, you will be included in the Voluntary Hospital Superannuation Scheme (New Entrant) with a Minimum Retirement Age of 65. There is no Maximum Retirement Age.
(c) If you have commenced employment in the public service as a new entrant or you are a former public servant, returning to the public service after a break of more than 26 weeks, you will be included in the Single Public Service Pension Scheme effective from the 1st January 2013 with a minimum retirement age of 66 (rising to 67 and 68 in line with state pension changes). The maximum retirement age under this scheme will be age 70.
6. Probation:
The successful candidate will be appointed initially for a probationary period of six months. During the probationary period progress or otherwise will be monitored and at the end of the probationary period the service will (a) be certified as satisfactory and confirmed in writing or (b) if not satisfactory, the probationary period may be extended by 3 months.
7. Annual Leave:
The annual leave entitlement is 23 working days per year.
8. Sick Leave:
Payment of salary during illness will be in accordance with arrangements as approved from time to time by the Department of Health & Children.
9. Termination of Office:
The employment may be terminated at any time by one months’ notice on either side except where circumstances are dictated by the Minimum Notice and Terms of Employment Acts 1973/01. The Management’s right under this paragraph shall not be exercised save in circumstances where the Management is of the opinion that the holder of the office has failed to perform satisfactorily the duties of the post or has misconducted himself/herself in relation to the post or is otherwise unfit to hold the appointment.
GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY
The person chosen will:
SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY
Duties
The holder of the post will undertake duties as required from the following list:
(1) Provide the Department’s administration with such records of his work as are deemed to be necessary.
(2) Contribute as required to the development of the Department’s policies and services, through participation in the work of the appropriate departmental teams or working groups.
(3) Provide maintenance service for electromedical, imaging, optical and/or other equipment in respect of its functional, electronic, optical, electrical and mechanical aspects to a standard of safety, accuracy, and reliability consistent with its functions and with professional standards.
(4) Assist with the co-ordination and implementation of the preventive/scheduled maintenance and safety assessment of new equipment and services.
(5) Contribute as appropriate to the selection, specification, acceptance testing, commissioning and safety assessment of new equipment and services.
(6) Support nursing, medical, and other allied health personnel in the implementation of patient care involving technology.
(8) Participate in continuing education/development and develop as required, specialist fields of interest. This shall include competency based reviews in key areas such as Medical Equipment Library, Endoscopy, Renal Dialysis and other designated key areas as specified during the course of work.
(9) Participate, as required, in education, training, innovation and research programmes.
(10) Perform such other duties as may be assigned to him/her.
Information Technology
Health and Safety
Hygiene/Infection Control
Data Management
Quality, Safety and Risk Management
Confidentiality
Development of Hospital Groups
NOTE: The extent and speed of change in the delivery of health care is such that adaptability is essential at this level of appointment. The incumbent will be required to maintain, enhance and develop their knowledge, skills and aptitudes necessary to respond to a changing situation. The Job Description must be regarded as an outline of the major areas of accountability at the present time, which will be reviewed and assessed on an on-going basis.
GENERAL
Applications can be submitted ‘on-line’ at www.tallaghthospital.ie by completing the application form and attaching your CV.
Candidates should be aware that, when applying for a post through the 'On-Line' Application System (Candidate Manager) they will receive an automated replying acknowledging receipt of their application. Should you for any reason, not receive this automated acknowledgement, you should notify the Human Resources Department, before the closing date, otherwise your application will not be considered.
Informal enquiries in the position should be directed at Leighton Curry on 014142502
Closing Date: Before close of business on 15th September 2022
The Biomedical / Clinical Engineering Association of Ireland (BEAI) is a company limited by guarantee and not having a share capital. Company Registration no. 484921.
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