Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is seeking a highly skilled Chief II Respiratory Physiologist to join its Dublin South service. This permanent, whole-time position offers the opportunity to lead and develop specialist paediatric respiratory diagnostics within a dynamic clinical environment. Applicants from both HSE and non-HSE organisations are welcome.
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Key Responsibilities
• Lead the delivery of high-quality paediatric respiratory diagnostics and oversee clinical standards
• Manage day-to-day operations within the respiratory physiology service
• Supervise, mentor and support junior physiologists and students
• Ensure compliance with clinical governance, safety, and national best-practice guidelines
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across CHI locations
• Contribute to service planning, innovation and audit
• Liaise with clinicians, nursing, HSCPs and management to support effective patient pathways
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Recognised qualification in Respiratory Physiology or equivalent
• Demonstrated senior experience in respiratory diagnostics, ideally in paediatric settings
• Proven leadership and team-management capabilities
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills
• Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous professional development
• Eligibility to work in Ireland and meet all professional accreditation requirements
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
This is a Permanent Wholetime role.
Salary is paid in line with the Respiratory Physiologist – Chief II (Grade Code 3009) consolidated salary scale, as published in national pay frameworks (latest version available via HSE/Department of Health).
Additional benefits include:
• Public sector pension scheme
• Annual leave per HSCP entitlements
• Opportunities for professional development and specialist training
Location & Employer Information
Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) provides acute paediatric services across multiple Dublin sites and is the specialist paediatric healthcare provider for Ireland, delivering world-class child-centred care supported by leading clinical teams.
Location: Dublin South (HSE Dublin and South East Region)
For informal enquiries, contact:
Vivienne Hand, CHI HSCP Director
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 087 366 0410
Application Details
Apply online via the official campaign link
Reference: 89619
Date Posted: 5 December 2025
Closing Date: 5 January 2026 at 23:45
Recruiter: Children’s Health Ireland
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