(CHI) is leading on the clinical and operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare and consists of hospitals at Crumlin, Temple Street and Tallaght as well as an Urgent Care Centre at Connolly hospital in Blanchardstown.
Skills and attributesRegistration as a specialist in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical PractitionersMD or PhD or Clinical fellowship in Clinical GeneticsExperience in clinical practice of genetic and genomic careDescriptionPurpose of role:To deliver a comprehensive high quality, equitable and accessible genetic and genomic service in the HSE South-West and Mid-West Health RegionsTo work with colleagues in the Department of Clinical Genetics in other regions as and if the need arises to ensure equitable careTo develop or evolve an interest that complements the interests in the clinical department and continue the integration of genetic and genomic medicine into mainstream specialties.To contribute to, develop and lead on quality improvements.To provide clinical governance and support to the Genetic Counselling teamTo provide clinical and educational support for the Clinical Genetics Specialist RegistrarsEssential Criteria: Professional Qualifications and Experience Mandatory:
a) Registration as a specialist in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council in Ireland in the specialty of clinical geneticsThe successful interviewee must be registered as a specialist in the relevant specialty on the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council of Ireland, within 180 days of the day of interview and before taking up appointment.
In exceptional circumstances proleptic appointments may be considered for candidates engaged in relevant training programmes.
The Consultant must, at all times while continuing to hold office, continue to be registered with the Medical Council of Ireland.
Documentary evidence of Medical Council Registration is required and must be produced annually to the Medical Administration Department within the Children's Health Ireland.
Should the successful candidate not be registered as a Specialist at that time, the post may be offered to the next suitable candidate.
Should no suitable candidate exist, a further recruitment process may be initiated.
MD, PhD or Clinical fellowship in Clinical Genetics, national or internationalSignificant experience in clinical practice of genetic and genomic care at both local and national levelsExperience of developing, applying and reviewing an evidence-based approach to decision makingExcellent inter-personal skills, including experience and familiarity with public, professional, media and political communications and stakeholder relationsDemonstrate commitment to fostering partnerships, multi-professional and multi-disciplinary relationshipsDemonstrate knowledge and undertaking of the current governance structures and anticipated changes with the establishment of the new children's hospitalDemonstrate leadership and team management skills including the ability to work with multi-disciplinary team membersExperience of operating in complex and challenging environmentsKnowledge of the Irish health sector, national health programmes and health reform agendasStrong negotiation and influencing skillsExcellent communication skills, both verbal and writtenAbility to recognise and respect the expertise of others and the contribution of team members and harness good teamwork and open contributions to enable the achievement of programme aimsDemonstrate evidence of effective planning and organising skills (including awareness of resource management)Have excellent computer skills, competencies and knowledge of hospital data/information systemsHow to Apply & Informal Enquires: The criteria for short listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and/or the essential & desirable knowledge, skills and competencies section of this job specification.
Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. To apply for this position, please send a CV and letter of application.
The closing date for submissions of CVs and letter of application is 11:45pm on Wednesday February 2nd 2025.
Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking 'Apply for Job'.
Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method.
Informal Enquiries can be obtained from:
Dr Allan Goldman, Chief Medical Officer Children's Health Ireland, ******.
Childrens Health Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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