Job Overview
Tipperary University Hospital is seeking a highly skilled Radiographer Clinical Specialist (Radiation Protection Officer) to lead and enhance radiation safety practices across the service. This permanent wholetime position offers an excellent opportunity to drive quality, compliance, and innovation in radiation protection within a dynamic acute hospital setting.
This Radiographer Clinical Specialist Tipperary role is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and is based within HSE Dublin and South East.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and oversee radiation protection services in compliance with national legislation and hospital policies.
- Act as Radiation Protection Officer, ensuring safe use of ionising radiation across all relevant departments.
- Develop, implement, and monitor radiation safety protocols and quality assurance programmes.
- Provide expert advice and training to clinical and non-clinical staff on radiation safety standards.
- Conduct audits, risk assessments, and incident reviews to drive continuous quality improvement.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety and service development.
- Maintain accurate documentation and ensure regulatory compliance at all times.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Qualification as a Radiographer with registration in good standing with CORU.
- Recognised postgraduate qualification in Radiation Safety (essential).
- Demonstrated depth and breadth of experience in Radiation Safety relevant to the role.
- Proven ability to drive improvements in quality and safety within a clinical setting.
- Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills.
- Experience in service development and change management is highly desirable.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Salary aligned with Radiographer – Clinical Specialist Grade 3131 under HSE consolidated pay scales.
- Permanent Wholetime contract.
- Access to public sector pension scheme and entitlements.
- Annual leave and sick leave in line with HSE policies.
- Opportunities for ongoing professional development and training.
Location & Employer Information
This position is based at Tipperary University Hospital, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary (South), within HSE Dublin and South East. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of acute services to the local population and is committed to maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety.
The role forms part of the Health and Social Care Professionals category within the Health Service Executive.
Application Details
To apply for this Radiographer Clinical Specialist Tipperary position, completed digital application forms must be submitted via the official Rezoomo recruitment page:
https://www.rezoomo.com/job/93054
Please note that email applications will not be accepted. Applicants are advised to use Firefox, Google Chrome, or Microsoft Edge when completing the online application.
Informal enquiries regarding the role can be directed to:
Ms. Siobhan Thompson, Radiography Services Manager 3
Tel: 052 6177361
Email: siobhan.thompson@hse.ie
For queries relating to the recruitment process:
Ms. Jenny Kennedy, Recruitment
Tel: 052 6191390
Email: jenny.kennedy@hse.ie
Last Day to Apply: 27 March 2026, 5:00 PM
