St
James’s Hospital is looking to
sponsor a highly motivated and
enthusiastic individual for a career
in gastro-intestinal physiology.
No
GI training background is
necessary, as training will be
provided.
However it would be preferable to
have some knowledge of GI Physiology
St
James’s Hospital provides a
comprehensive service in GI Function
Testing within
its
local catchment population and at a
national level and is able to offer
a GI Function
student a well rounded training
programme leading to a qualification
that is recognised in Ireland and
the UK.
Working within the GI Function Unit,
as part of the GI team and
supervised by a
Senior Clinical Measurement
Scientist, you will learn and
develop the skills required in the
provision of diagnostic service in
gastroenterology.
Requirements:
BSc
in Clinical Measurement Science or
currently studying for the
BSc, Cert in Medical Physics and
Physiological measurement ( prior
2001) or Tech Diploma in Applied
Science ( Physics or Biology) or its
equivalent.
Preferable computer skills
Please contact:
Patricia Lawlor MSc,
Senior Clinical Measurement
Scientist (GI)
On
01- 416 2888/ 2845 or email CV to Email Click Here
Before 10/04/2009
St. James's Hospital
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Job Description
Clinical Measurement Scientist ( GI)
1.
ROLE
1.1 The
recording and monitoring of Gastro-
Intestinal (GI) Function using a
variety of techniques and equipment.
1.2 The
analysis of patient reports. This
may entail highlighting and
selecting particular aspects of a
recording.
1.3 The
ability to use and adopt new
advances in technology and
equipment.
2.
RESPONSIBILITIES
2.1 To record
and monitor the oesophageal
function of patients as requested by
a Physician.
2.2
Calibration and maintenance of all
equipment.
2.3
Participation in patient care
i.e. Preparation and reassurance of
patient
2.5
Maintaining computer files/ patient
files.
2.6 Liaising
with hospital personnel on
investigation and patient
difficulties.
2.7 To note
medication and know its possible
effects on the test to be carried
out, and to instruct patients on
discontinuing the appropriate
medications prior to investigation,
2.8 To modify
or discontinue studies where
appropriate.
2.9 To attend
to the safety of patients during the
recording of GI Function.
