CHW018 Physiotherapist Senior, Urology (Pelvic Health), Community Healthcare West Fisiteiripeoir Sinsearach, Úireolaíocht (Sláinte Peilveach

Physiotherapist Senior, Urology (Pelvic Health)

Fisiteiripeoir Sinsearach, Úireolaíocht (Sláinte Peilveach)

HSE West and North West Community Services

Job Specification & Terms and Conditions

Job Title and Grade

Physiotherapist Senior, Urology (Pelvic Health), Community Healthcare West

Fisiteiripeoir Sinsearach, Úireolaíocht (Sláinte Peilveach)

(Grade Code 3158)

Campaign Reference

CHW018-PSUPHCHW-2025

Closing Date

Monday 24th of March 2025 at 12 noon.

Remuneration

HSE Terms and Conditions

The Salary scale for the post as at 01/10/2024 is:

€62,038-€63,362-€64,726-€66,077-€67,430-€68,854-€70,853-€71,848-€73,048

Proposed Interview Date (s)

Interviews will be held as soon as possible after the closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one week's notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.

Location of Post

HSE West and North West, Community Services (Galway, Mayo and Roscommon)

There is a vacancy For Physiotherapist, Senior Urology (Pelvic Health) available within HSE West and North West Community Services in East Galway Roscommon Integrated Care Hub, St Brigids Administration Campus, Ballinasloe, Co Galway

A panel may be created for Physiotherapist, Senior Urology (Pelvic Health) from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration for the post of Physiotherapist Senior, Urology (Pelvic Health) HSE West and North West, Community Services (Galway, Mayo and Roscommon) may be filled.

Taking up Appointment

A start date will be indicated at job offer stage.

Organisational Area

HSE West and North West, Community Services (Galway, Mayo and Roscommon)

Informal Enquiries

Geraldine Gormley, Interim Physiotherapy Manager

Email:

geraldine.gormley@hse.ie

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Details of service

This role has been created as part of the development of the Continence pathway. The Continence pathway is one of a number of modernised care pathways (MCPs) developed by the National Clinical Programme in Surgery (NCPS) and the HSE as a core component of the transformation of the delivery of scheduled care services.

Sláintecare

The Sláintecare Report (2017) and Sláintecare Implementation Strategy (2018) signal a new direction for the delivery of health and social care services in Ireland with the potential to create a far more sustainable, equitable, cost effective system and one that delivers better value for patients and service users. At its core, the strategy focuses on establishing programmes of work to move to a community-led model, providing local populations with access to a comprehensive range of non-acute services at every stage of their lives. This will enable our healthcare system to provide care closer to home for patients and service users, to be more responsive to needs and deliver better outcomes, with a strong focus on prevention and population health improvement.

Internationally, the strategic repositioning of health services is recognised as a better approach to meet the challenges of escalating demand from an ageing population and the prevalence of chronic diseases, while at the same time ensuring better access to care, addressing inequalities in health and delivering sustainability and best value for population health.

The enhanced community care model is currently being implemented with specialist teams for management of chronic disease and care of the older persons and public health nursing will play a significant role in this change model.

Urology Model of Care for Ireland (2019) envisages a system of urology care that serves the majority of patients, in the primary care setting, while assuring appropriate clinical governance to support a safe and high quality service. Its implementation in full is necessary for an efficient and economically viable service so that we can improve the access of patients across Ireland to the services they require as they get older.

This includes preventative and curative interventions encompassing clinical work, care planning, assessments, reviews, liaison with relevant statutory and voluntary services, and work in both clinical and domiciliary settings.

Senior Physiotherapists in Urology (Pelvic Health) have specific responsibilities in the area of clinical care, support, training, etc., in the area of urinary and bowel dysfunction. This work with relevant patient cohorts is essential in optimising physical, social and mental health and well-being of persons with such clinical needs and is an integral post in the Physiotherapy Department in provision of holistic care to eligible patients across the life continuum.

Reporting Relationship

The post holder will report to the Physiotherapy Manager for clinical and operational governance.

Purpose of the Post

· To work in conjunction with other team members in co-ordinating and developing the Urology service to meet the needs of the population it serves, in line with the objectives of the organisation.

· To be responsible for the provision of a high quality physiotherapy service in accordance with standards of professional practice.

· To carry out clinical and educational duties as required

· To work with the Physiotherapy Manager and Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in ensuring the co-ordination, development and delivery of a quality, client centred physiotherapy service across and between networks in the geographical area.

· To deliver Urology Continence services in line with best clinical practice.

· To develop and implement strategies as part of the Urology service for delivering effective physiotherapy care within a changing environment.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Professional / Clinical

The Senior Physiotherapist, Urology (Pelvic Health) will:

· Be a lead clinician in the physiotherapy profession and carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post focusing on continence care across the life span.

· Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualised treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice.

· Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with client, family and other team members as appropriate.

· Be responsible for standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area (s).

· Be a clinical resource for other physiotherapists.

· Communicate and work in co-operation with the Physiotherapy Manager, Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist, nursing colleagues and other team members in providing an integrated quality service, taking the lead role as required.

· Communicate effectively with and provide instruction, guidance and support to, staff clients, family, carers etc.

· Document client records in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies.

· Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy / guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g. clinic, home visits).

· Participate and be a lead clinician as appropriate in review meetings, case conferences etc.

· Work in collaboration with the Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist to lead manage and deliver the Urology service in CHW.

· Develop and promote professional standards of practice.

· Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance.

· Seek advice of relevant personnel when appropriate / as required.

· Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists.

Education & Training

The Senior Physiotherapist, Urology (Pelvic Health) will:

· Participate in mandatory training programmes.

· Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self directed learning, research, clinical audit etc.

· Be responsible for the induction and clinical supervision of staff in the designated area (s).

· Co-ordinate and deliver clinical placements in partnership with universities and clinical educators.

· Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision / evaluation of staff / students and attend practice educator courses as relevant to role and needs.

· Engage in personal development planning and performance review for self and others as required.

Quality, Safety & Risk

The Senior Physiotherapist, Urology (Pelvic Health) will:

· Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of a quality service in line with best practice.

· Develop and monitor implementation of agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards.

· Ensure the safety of self and others, and the maintenance of safe environments and equipment used in Physiotherapy in accordance with legislation.

· Assess and manage risk in their assigned area (s) of responsibility.

· Take the appropriate timely action to manage any incidents or near misses within their assigned area (s).

· Report any deficiency/danger in any aspect of the service to the team or Physiotherapy Manager as appropriate.

· Be responsible for the safe and competent use of all equipment, aids and appliances both by clients and staff under their supervision.

· Develop and promote quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programmes.

· Oversee and monitor the standards of best practice within their physiotherapy team with the clinical specialist.

· Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.

· Support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service.

Administrative

The Senior Physiotherapist, Urology (Pelvic Health) will:

· Contribute to the service planning process.

· Assist the Clinical Specialist, Physiotherapy Manager and relevant others in service development encompassing policy development and implementation.

· Review and evaluate the physiotherapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services.

· Collect and evaluate data about the service area as identified in service plans and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service.

· Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best practice.

· Collate and maintain accurate statistics and render reports as required.

· Represent the department / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate.

· Inform the Physiotherapy Manager of staff issues (needs, interests, views) as appropriate.

· Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the workplace.

· Participate in the control and ordering of physiotherapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Clinical specialist and Physiotherapy Manager.

· Be accountable for the budget, where relevant.

· Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service.

· Engage in IT developments as they apply to clients and service administration.

· Perform such other duties appropriate to the role as may be assigned by the Physiotherapy Manager.

KPI's

· The identification and development of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) which are congruent with CHW's service plan targets.

· The development of Action Plans to address KPI targets.

· Driving and promoting a Performance Management culture.

· In conjunction with line manager assist in the development of a Performance Management system for your profession.

· The management and delivery of KPIs as a routine and core business objective.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING GENERAL CONDITIONS:

· Employees must attend fire lectures periodically and must observe fire orders.

· All accidents within the Department must be reported immediately.

· Infection Control Policies must be adhered to.

· In line with the Safety, Health and Welfare at Work Acts 2005 and 2010 all staff must comply with all safety regulations and audits.

· In line with the Public Health (Tobacco) (Amendment) Act 2004, smoking within the CHW Buildings is not permitted.

· Provide information that meets the need of Senior Management.

· To support, promote and actively participate in sustainable energy, water and waste initiatives to create a more sustainable, low carbon and efficient health service.

Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety

· The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment.

· The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility.

· The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate.

· The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they become familiar with the requirements stated within the Risk Management Strategy and that they comply with the Group's Risk Management Incident/Near miss reporting Policies and Procedures.

· The post holder is responsible for ensuring that they comply with hygiene services requirements in your area of responsibility. Hygiene Services incorporates environment and facilities, hand hygiene, catering, cleaning, the management of laundry, waste, sharps and equipment.

· The post holder must foster and support a quality improvement culture through-out your area of responsibility in relation to hygiene services.

· The post holders' responsibility for Quality & Risk Management, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety will be clarified to you in the induction process and by your line manager.

· The post holder must take reasonable care for his or her own actions and the effect that these may have upon the safety of others.

· The post holder must cooperate with management, attend Health & Safety related training and not undertake any task for which they have not been authorised and adequately trained.

· The post holder is required to bring to the attention of a responsible person any perceived shortcoming in our safety arrangements or any defects in work equipment.

· It is the post holder's responsibility to be aware of and comply with the HSE Health Care Records Management/Integrated Discharge Planning (HCRM / IDP) Code of Practice.

The above Job Description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to him/her from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office.

Eligibility Criteria

Qualifications and/ or experience

1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc

(a)Candidates for appointment must:

(i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU.

AND

(ii) Have three years full time (or an aggregrate of three years full time) post qualification clinical experience.

AND

(iii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office.

AND

(iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued.

2. Annual registration

(i) On appointment, practitioners must maintain annual registration on Physiotherapists Register maintained by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU

AND

(ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC).

3. Health

Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

4. Character

Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character.

Post specific Requirements

· Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience of recent working in Pelvic Health Physiotherapy and Continence - Urology management

· Relevant CPD in the area of physiotherapy care and Women's Health and Continence including evidence of training in internal assessment and treatment of pelvic floor dysfunction.

Other requirements specific to the post

· Access to own transport

· Have the ability to speak Irish for posts that cover Gaeltacht areas.

Skills, competencies and/or knowledge

Professional Knowledge & Experience

· Demonstrate clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards.

· Demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of the Physiotherapy process, the underpinning theory and its application to the role.

· Demonstrate evidence of having applied / used appropriate assessment tools and treatments and a knowledge of the implications of outcomes to service users.

· Demonstrates the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice.

· Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role.

Planning and Managing Resources

· Demonstrates the ability to plan activities and co-ordinate resources to ensure value for money and maximum benefit for the organisation.

· Demonstrates ability to prioritise the most important tasks on an ongoing basis.

· Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands.

· Demonstrate ability to take initiative and to be appropriately self-directed.

Managing and Developing (Self and Others)

· Demonstrates ability to lead by example and adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved.

· Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment.

· Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborates well with others.

· Demonstrates the ability to react constructively to setbacks and to both give direction / feedback, and take direction / feedback, from others.

· Demonstrate a commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing.

Commitment to providing a Quality Service

· Demonstrate a commitment to and the ability to lead on the delivery of a high quality, person centred service.

· Demonstrates innovation in the provision of person-centred care and in overcoming resource limitations.

· Ensures that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensures that the welfare of the service user is a key consideration at all times.

· Works at an operational level to build alliances and learn how to best position service delivery to meet the needs of its service users.

· Is open to change and supports the implementation of change.

Evaluating Information and Judging Situations

· Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in relation to service user care.

· Explains the rationale behind decisions confidently when faced with opposing or competing demands. Is objective but also aware of sensitivities in their approach.

· Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against service plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties. Recognises how service constraints impact on service delivery.

Communications and Interpersonal Skills

· Display effective communication skills (verbal & written).

· Tailors the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience; demonstrates active listening skills.

· Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate in partnership with others.

· Demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others; is patient and tolerant when dealing with conflict situations.

· Demonstrates strong negotiation skills; remains firm but flexible when putting forward a point of view.

Campaign Specific Selection Process

Ranking/Shortlisting/ Interview

A ranking and or short-listing exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or short-listing are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements.

Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process.

Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands' depending on the service needs of the organisation.

Diversity, Equality and Inclusion

The HSE is an equal opportunities employer.

Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience.

The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated.

The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition.

For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/

Code of Practice

The Health Service Executive / Public Appointments Service will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The Code of Practice sets out how the core principles of probity, merit, equity and fairness might be applied on a principle basis. The Code also specifies the responsibilities placed on candidates, facilities for feedback to applicants on matters relating to their application when requested, and outlines procedures in relation to requests for a review of the recruitment and selection process and review in relation to allegations of a breach of the Code of Practice. Additional information on the HSE's review process is available in the document posted with each vacancy entitled “Code of Practice, information for candidates”.

Codes of practice are published by the CPSA and are available on www.cpsa.ie

The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the job description may be reviewed.

This job description is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned.

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Physiotherapist Senior, Urology (Pelvic Health), Community Healthcare West

Fisiteiripeoir Sinsearach, Úireolaíocht (Sláinte Peilveach)

Terms and Conditions of Employment

Tenure

The current vacancy available is permanent and full time (1.0WTE)

The posts are pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled

Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointment) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013.

Remuneration

The Salary scale for the post as at 01/10/2024 is:

€62,038-€63,362-€64,726-€66,077-€67,430-€68,854-€70,853-€71,848-€73,048

New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies.

Working Week

The standard working week applying to the post is 35 hours

HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016).

Annual Leave

The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at job offer stage

Superannuation

This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004.

Age

The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants.

* Public Servants not affected by this legislation:

Public servants recruited between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age.

Public servants recruited since 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70.

Probation

Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71.

Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation

The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies.

Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities.

For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage.

Infection Control

Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc.

Health & Safety

It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS).

Key responsibilities include:

· Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work.

· Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection.

· Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters.

· Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee.

· Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2].

· Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate.

· Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example.

Note: Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS.

[1] A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function/H&S web-pages

[2] See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy