Consultant / GP - UPMC Swords Outreach CentreLocation: UPMC Lifestyle Medicine Clinics at UPMC Swords Outreach CentreJob type: Consultant or General Practitioner (GP) with a Special Interest in Lifestyle MedicineOverview of role:UPMC is establishing a dedicated Lifestyle Medicine service focused on prevention, behaviour change, and chronic disease risk reduction. We are seeking a GP or Consultant with a specialist interest in Lifestyle Medicine to lead and deliver evidence based, patient centred preventive care at our new clinic in Swords. The successful candidate will champion lifestyle based interventions across UPMC sites, work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams (including cardiology, nutrition, psychology and physiotherapy), and contribute to the strategic growth of UPMC's Lifestyle Medicine services in Ireland. Responsibilities include clinical care, programme development, outreach, and operational input to ensure service excellence.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:Key ObjectivesIntegrate Lifestyle Medicine into routine patient care and UPMC clinical pathways.Promote preventive care and empower patients to manage cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health risks.Develop clinic‑based and community‑based programmes focused on behaviour change and sustainable lifestyle improvement.Support audit, quality improvement, and outcome-driven service development.Core ResponsibilitiesClinical Care & Lifestyle AssessmentDeliver comprehensive lifestyle-oriented clinical assessments including history, examinations, functional measures, and behavioural risk profiling.Provide personalised intervention plans covering physical activity, nutrition, stress management, sleep hygiene, smoking cessation, and weight optimisation.Lead programmes such as cardiac rehabilitation, weight management, smoking cessation, and stress reduction.Diagnostics, Risk Reduction & Chronic Disease PreventionOrder and interpret investigations (bloods, ECG, risk scores, functional tests) aligned with preventive care pathways.Manage early-stage or lifestyle-responsive conditions such as hypertension, dyslipidaemia, metabolic syndrome, obesity, and stress-related symptoms.Ensure safe follow-up, action plans, and clear communication of results.Care Pathways & Multidisciplinary CollaborationCoordinate care with relevant UPMC or other specialists including cardiology, endocrinology, nutrition, psychology, physiotherapy, and sports & exercise medicine.Participate in MDT meetings and contribute to pathway design and continuous refinement.Support the development of structured referral and feedback loops.Outreach, Education & Community EngagementDeliver educational talks, workplace wellbeing engagements, and community outreach to promote lifestyle-based health solutions.Strengthen relationships with GPs, insurers, employers, and community partners.Governance, Audit & OutcomesMaintain accurate clinical records and utilise UPMC digital systems for outcomes and data reporting.Support research, audit cycles, and quality improvement initiatives.Ensure compliance with Irish guidelines, UPMC clinical governance, and data protection standards.Qualifications & Experience:Registration: Irish Medical Council (IMC) - Specialist Division (General Practice) or Specialist Register.Membership: Member of the Irish Society of Lifestyle Medicine or other.Experience: Minimum 3 years post‑CSCST clinical experience with exposure to preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and health screening.Lifestyle Medicine Expertise: Demonstrated experience delivering or leading programmes related to physical activity, nutrition, stress, smoking cessation, or weight management.Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Proven ability to work with integrated care teams.Communication & Digital Skills: Strong verbal, written, and IT capability for patient engagement, data management, and team coordination.Outreach: Experience engaging with external healthcare providers, community organisations, or insurers.Core CompetenciesPreventive Health Leadership: Ability to lead lifestyle intervention programmes targeting cardiovascular, metabolic, and mental health.Patient‑Centred Care: Commitment to evidence-based, personalised, motivational-care approaches.Programme Development: Ability to shape, expand, and refine Lifestyle Medicine services across UPMC sites.Education & Advocacy: Skilled in public engagement, CPD contributions, and promoting lifestyle-oriented health solutions.Collaboration: Strong teamwork skills across multidisciplinary settings.**Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Clinical KPIs**Uptake and engagement in Lifestyle Medicine programmes.Improvements in lifestyle-related health outcomes.Operational KPIsClear referral pathways established and maintained.Timely review, follow-up, and continuity of care.Outreach KPIsDelivery of educational sessions and community health engagements.Collaboration KPIsDemonstrated integration with UPMC specialists and external partners.Equal Opportunity Statement and BenefitsUPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.At UPMC we provide a total rewards program that is not only market competitive, but fair and provides growth opportunities for all our colleagues.Development and Career Opportunities- Opportunities for each employee to reach their career goals through continued learning and/or advancement.About UPMCUPMC is a renowned multinational academic medical centre committed to delivering people-focused care that's close to home. Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC shapes the future of health through clinical and technological innovation, research and education. UPMC expands its expertise globally, bringing world-class care across continents through its UPMC International division - an owned and operated network of hospitals and ambulatory care centres in Italy, Ireland and Croatia. UPMC International brings new access to the signature specialty services of UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre, UPMC Sports Medicine and others to more people in more places around the world.In Ireland UPMC has provided high-quality healthcare in the South East since 2006. UPMC's operations in Ireland now include UPMC Whitfield Hospital in Waterford, UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic in Dublin, UPMC Kildare Hospital in Clane, and UPMC Aut Even Hospital in Kilkenny. Outpatient care is available at the UPMC Carlow Outreach Centre, UPMC Hillman Cancer Centre radiotherapy locations in Waterford and Cork, UPMC The 4th Practice in Mallow, and across UPMC Sports Medicine Clinics in Dublin, Waterford, Limerick, Tipperary, Cork, and Mayo. UPMC has also established a nationwide Concussion Network. UPMC's Global Technology Operation Centre is based in Kilkenny.