Full Description:
· Be responsible for assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment for patients according to professional standards and under the supervision of the Consultant
· Document all assessments, diagnoses, treatments, clinical notes, relevant contacts and summaries in accordance with department and professional standards
· Communicate results of assessments and recommendations to the patient and relevant others as appropriate
· Foster close working relationships with colleagues and other relevant professionals in maximising the patients potential
· Participate in teams, communicating and working in collaboration with the patient and other team members as part of an integrated package of care
· Attend clinics and participate in relevant meetings, case conferences and ward rounds; followed by documentation of findings on each patient’s chart; follow through with actions arising from the round
· In conjunction with the Supervising Consultant, contribute to the development and implementation of procedures, policies and guidelines while adhering to existing standards and protocols
· Maintain professional standards in relation to confidentiality, ethics and legislation
· Seek advice and assistance from the Consultant with any assigned cases or issues that prove to be beyond the scope of his / her professional competence in line with principles of best practice and clinical governance
· Participate in audits and research
· Engage in technological developments as they apply to the patient and service administration
· Ensure good working practice and adherence to standards of best practice
· Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the service, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services
· Assist the Consultant in service development, including policy development and implementation
· Ensure the maintenance of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, the organisation’s requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, and provide reports and other information / statistics as required
· Engage in service audit and demonstrate the achievement of the service objectives
· Represent the department / profession / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate
For a confidential discussion further details please contact Richard Morton on + 353 65 6869300 or email an updated resume to richard.morton@ttm.ie
Salary Type: Negotiable