This role is fully on the road
You will require a full Irish driving licence for the road
You can be based in Cork/Tipperary/Limerick/Kerry
No Visa sponsorship available

JOB PURPOSE

Direct Medical are seeking a Sleep Technician to join their growing team supporting patients undergoing home sleep studies. This role is primarily field-based and involves travelling to patients’ homes to set up monitoring equipment, explain how it works, and return to collect the equipment following completion of the study. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with patients in their own homes while supporting the delivery of important diagnostic testing. The ideal candidate will have a healthcare background, ideally nursing, and be comfortable working independently in a mobile role.

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Travel to patients’ homes across Cork, Kerry and Tipperary to conduct sleep study appointments
Set up sleep monitoring equipment and ensure it is functioning correctly
Demonstrate clearly how the equipment should be used during the overnight study
Provide reassurance and answer patient questions regarding the process
Return to collect monitoring equipment following completion of the study
Ensure equipment is transported and returned safely
Maintain accurate patient records and study documentation
Work with the clinical team to ensure sleep studies are completed correctly
Maintain high standards of professionalism and patient care

About Sleep Studies

A sleep study (polysomnography) is a non-invasive overnight examination used to monitor how the body functions during sleep. It can help identify sleep-related conditions such as Sleep Apnoea. The study measures several functions during sleep including, oxygen levels, heart rate, breathing patterns and body movements.

Requirements

Qualified Nurse preferred (or relevant healthcare background)
Full clean driving licence (essential)
Comfortable working independently in a field-based role
Strong communication and patient interaction skills
Good organisational and time management abilities
Willingness to travel across Cork, Kerry and Tipperary
Flexibility to travel further afield if required

What’s on Offer

6 month fixed term contract with potential extension for a further 6 months
Company vehicle provided
Opportunity to work in a specialised and growing healthcare field
Autonomous role with strong patient interaction
Training provided on sleep monitoring equipment

Job Type: Fixed term

Contract length: 6 months

Pay: €35,000.00-€45,000.00 per year

Work Location: On the road

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