Opportunity:
Working as a Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry within the HSE (Ireland's public health system), you'll provide high-quality care to patients in this leading health service in County Monaghan.
The HSE West and North West region provides Community Healthcare and acute services to the West and North West of Ireland - Counties Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Leitrim, West Cavan and Donegal with a focus on keeping you well so that you can continue to live at home or close to home through our health promotion, disease screening, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation programs.
Where possible, the post holder will participate with academic and clinical colleagues to enhance the hospital's research activities within the research governance framework.
This appointment will be to Cavan/Monaghan Mental Health Services under the Public Only Consultant Contract 2023 on a full-time basis of 37 hours per week. The post is based in Monaghan Town.
This role is not a substantive post but will be a short contract of 6 months with a view of going permanent.
Duties of the appointed Consultant?
- To provide specialist assessment, diagnostic formulation and treatment of mental illnesses and/or mental disorders in individuals under the age of 18 years in accordance with the National Standardised Operating Procedure for CAMHS for subsequent national policies, procedures and /or guidelines.
- To triage all referrals to CAMHS service in conjunction with other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
- To maintain appropriate and contemporaneous medical records of all clinical contacts.
- To provide prompt notification to the Executive Clinical Director and the Mental Health Commission of serious untoward incidents in accordance with the relevant regulations.
What's on offer for you?
- Basic Salary scale between € 231,215- € 277,736 in accordance with the HSE 2023 Consultant contract
- Full comprehensive relocation package on offer
- 30 days annual leave
- 10 public holidays
- Continuous Medical Education leave
- Contract Type: 6-month Specified Purpose Contract (view to go permanent)
Essential Criteria
- Registration as a specialist in the Specialist Division of the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Medical Council in Ireland in the speciality of CAMHS Psychiatry or be eligible to obtain specialist registration.
- Or must be on or working towards Specialist Registration of the IMC
Additional benefits include:
- Continuous professional development
- Flexible scheduling to support work-life balance
- Supportive and collaborative work environments
- Access to cutting-edge medical technologies and techniques
Location in detail: Monaghan
Monaghan County, a rural area in the Border strategic planning area of Ireland, is a small county with a population of 65,288. It's known for its timber-frame house building industry and the mushroom industry. The county also has a thriving agri-business sector and a history of furniture manufacturing. Monaghan is also home to the Ulster Canal project, which aims to reconnect the canal system for tourism. The county is named after the town of Monaghan, which is its largest town.
Monaghan is a small county with a whole lot going on. Arts, entertainment, good food, clean living and much more besides. Ireland’s fifth smallest county makes a big impression when it comes to vibrancy, quality of life and community spirit
Monaghan benefits from extensive and reliable broadband networks with many programmes extending connectivity all the time.
Finding a new home in Monaghan has never been easier or more affordable with some of the country’s most competitive prices on top of a more than 20% reduction in rent prices since 2008. Co. Monaghan offers a range of options when it comes to choosing a place to live. From bustling market towns to rural villages and small communities, everyone will find something to suit. And compared with prices in the major urban centres, lower housing and living costs are an added bonus.
Festivals: With the selection of lively local festivals, a good time is never far away. Enjoy the Harvest Time Blues Festival, Muckno Mania, the Inniskeen Road July Evening Festival, the Monaghan Country Music Festival and many more. Events are set against a beautiful backdrop of spectacular scenery, from rolling hills to lush forests and lakes.
Why consider a Medical Consultant position in Ireland?
- Excellent Healthcare System: Ireland boasts a robust healthcare system with state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to patient care.
- Work-Life Balance: Ireland offers an exceptional work-life balance, allowing you to enjoy your career and personal life to the fullest.
- Competitive Compensation: This hospital group offers competitive salary packages and benefits, ensuring your financial well-being.
- Diverse Patient Population: Working in Ireland will provide you with the opportunity to treat a diverse patient population, enhancing your clinical skills.
- Professional Development: Ireland's healthcare institutions prioritize professional development and offer opportunities for ongoing training and education.
- Rich Culture: Experience the warmth of Irish culture, explore breathtaking landscapes, and enjoy a vibrant social scene outside of work.
Please get in touch with a copy of your CV or simply email stuart@headmedical.com for more information. We would love to hear from you.