Registrar in Rheumatology

Registrar in Role Profile Department : Rheumatology, Medical Directorate Salary Scale : Basic salary will be applied in line with approved HSE salary scales. Incremental credit will be awarded in accordance with the revised HSE framework for the application of increment credit Principal Duties and Responsibilities : The post holder will : Be responsible for the safe and efficient assessment of Emergency patients Work under consultant supervision to lead the resuscitation of all critically ill and injured patients Liaise effectively with other specialty teams in relation to patient referrals Supervise handover at the end of each shift. Balance service demands with their personal educational needs and those of the doctors and medical students they supervise Be supportive of junior staff, ANPs, nurses and other team members Participate in clinical risk management, audit and research activities comply with departmental clinical guidelines support by the Consultants and their Registrar colleagues. work a full shift roster, to a maximum of 44 hours per week, on average. comply with departmental leave policies and procedures demonstrate appropriate levels of professionalism in all aspects of your work and behaviour Eligibility Criteria & Qualifications : Essential Must hold General Registration or Trainee Specialist Division Registration with the Irish Medical Council Desirable Applicants are expected to have completed Basic Specialist Training in Internal Medicine, or Intensive Care Medicine. Possession of a post-graduate qualification (e.g., MCEM, MRCS, MRCP), will be advantageous to the candidate, but is not a requirement for the post Candidates are expected to be ATLS or ACLS providers Core requirements for this post include : a demonstrable commitment to Internal Medicine, good decision making, a broad clinical knowledge base and appropriate clinical skills, awareness of patient safety and risk management issues and the ability to work efficiently under pressure and as part of a team. Candidate Skills & Competencies : Sufficient command of the English language to effectively carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role Sufficient clinical knowledgeand evidence-based practice to carry out the duties and responsibilities of the role An ability to apply knowledge to evidence-based practice Leadership potential The ability to plan and deliver care in an effective and resourceful manner An ability to manage and develop self in a busy working environment The ability to effectively evaluate clinical information and make appropriate decisions A commitment to assuring high standards and strive for a patient centred service Work as part of a team and respect the views and suggestion of others Effective communication and interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate with colleagues, families etc and good presentation skills Awareness and appreciation of the patient and the ability to empathise with and treat others with dignity and respect Flexibility and openness to change Ability to utilise supervision effectively A willingness to develop IT skills relevant to the role Application Instructions : To apply for the above position, complete the online application at Contact Details for formal enquiries : Dr Finbar OShea, Consultant Rheumatologist Skills : NCHD Registrar Rheumatology