Cardiac Physiologist, Senior — Tipperary University Hospital
- Salary
- €55,665–€72,890 / year
- Contract
- Full time
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
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About the Role
Tipperary University Hospital is recruiting a Cardiac Physiologist, Senior (Fiseolaí Cairdiach Sinsearach) on a permanent wholetime basis. This open competition offers an experienced cardiac physiologist the opportunity to take on a senior diagnostic role within a busy acute hospital cardiology service, contributing to the delivery of high-quality cardiac care across the HSE Dublin and South East region.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will work as a Cardiac Physiologist, Senior within the Cardiology Department at Tipperary University Hospital, delivering a comprehensive range of cardiac diagnostic services to support clinical decision-making across cardiology, medicine, and related specialties. The post holder will report to the Chief Cardiac Physiologist and play a key role in maintaining diagnostic quality and service standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform and report on a broad range of cardiac diagnostic investigations, including echocardiography, ECG, exercise stress testing, ambulatory ECG/Holter monitoring, and pacemaker/device checks
- Demonstrate and apply depth and breadth of experience across cardiac diagnostics relevant to a senior level post
- Hold accreditation, or be actively working towards accreditation, in echocardiography
- Contribute to the supervision, training, and clinical support of junior cardiac physiology staff and students
- Maintain quality assurance, equipment calibration, and patient safety standards within the cardiac diagnostics service
- Liaise with consultant cardiologists, physicians, and the wider multidisciplinary team on diagnostic findings and care pathways
- Participate in service development, audit, and continuous quality improvement initiatives within the department
Requirements
- Relevant third-level qualification in Cardiac Physiology, Clinical Measurement Science, or an equivalent recognised qualification
- Significant post-qualification clinical experience demonstrating depth and breadth across the full range of cardiac diagnostic modalities
- Accreditation, or evidence of working towards accreditation, in echocardiography (e.g. BSE or equivalent)
- Strong clinical, communication, and organisational skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary hospital team
- Eligibility to work in the State and satisfactory Garda vetting
Details
Location: Tipperary South
Contract type: Permanent wholetime
Salary: €55,665 – €64,385 per annum (HSE Cardiac Physiologist, Senior scale, grade 3003, 8-point scale, effective 1 June 2026, based on the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales under DoH Circular 2/2026). Long Service Increments of €68,634 and €72,890 apply after 3 and 6 years respectively spent on the maximum of the scale.
How to Apply
Completed digital application forms should be uploaded via the Rezoomo. Email applications will not be accepted. Applicants should use Firefox, Google Chrome, or Edge when applying.
Frequently asked
- What qualifications are required for the Cardiac Physiologist, Senior role?
- A relevant third-level qualification in Cardiac Physiology, Clinical Measurement Science, or an equivalent recognised qualification is required.
- What are the key responsibilities of the Cardiac Physiologist, Senior role?
- The key responsibilities include performing and reporting on a broad range of cardiac diagnostic investigations, demonstrating and applying depth and breadth of experience across cardiac diagnostics, holding accreditation in echocardiography, contributing to the supervision and training of junior staff, maintaining quality assurance and patient safety standards, liaising with the multidisciplinary team, and participating in service development and audit initiatives.
- What is the salary range for the Cardiac Physiologist, Senior role?
- The salary range is €55,665 – €64,385 per annum, with Long Service Increments of €68,634 and €72,890 applying after 3 and 6 years respectively spent on the maximum of the scale.
- What is the location of the Cardiac Physiologist, Senior role?
- The role is located at Tipperary University Hospital in Tipperary South.
- How do I apply for the Cardiac Physiologist, Senior role?
- Completed digital application forms should be uploaded via the Rezoomo. Email applications will not be accepted. Applicants should use Firefox, Google Chrome, or Edge when applying.