Consultant in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry - South of Ireland - Package up to €312,000 (12-month fixed-term contract)
Client:
Head Medical
Location:
Ireland
Job Category:
Other
EU work permit required:
Yes
Job Reference:
b7811c211d42
Job Views:
3
Posted:
30.06.2025
Expiry Date:
14.08.2025
Job Description:
THE ROLE
You will join a team of 13 Psychiatrists and provide Clinical Leadership in a community-based Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service. Responsibilities include participation in postgraduate training and continuous medical education. The service faces increased demand due to complex mental health presentations, including self-harm and suicidal behaviors.
This is a 37-hour per week position, initially for 12 months with potential for permanence. The role may evolve to support restructuring of acute services in line with new clinical models and national health policies.
The mental health services cover hospital and community care across two counties, serving a population of approximately 736,489 people (CSO, 2022).
WHAT IS ON OFFER?
A package up to €300,000 per annum:
* Basic salary between €231,215 and €277,736 on a six-point scale
* On-call allowance up to €20,000
* 37-hour workweek
* Additional pay for on-call duties and overtime
* Flexible work patterns
* Up to €12,000 CME and €8,000 research grant
* Relocation assistance up to €3,000
* Maximum tax rate of 40%
Off-site private practice is permitted alongside NHS work.
TO APPLY?
* Registration with the Irish Medical Council or eligibility for Specialist Registration in Psychiatry
* UK and EEA candidates with registration are eligible
THE LOCATION
Cork, Ireland's food capital, is the second-largest city in the country, offering a vibrant culture, affordable living, and excellent amenities. It features a lively nightlife, restaurants, pubs, and a thriving arts scene. Ireland ranks 5th globally for education, with numerous private schools and universities, and has direct flights across Europe and the UK.
WHAT CAN HEAD MEDICAL DO FOR YOU?
We offer dedicated support for registration and visa applications, managing all processes at no cost to you, ensuring a smooth transition to your new role.
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