About the Job

Opportunity

On behalf of a Connacht Region University Hospital in Ireland, Head Medical are seeking a dedicated and experienced Consultant in ENT (Otolaryngology) to join their dynamic and growing medical team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a leading hospital, providing high-quality patient care while contributing to the development of innovative medical practices in a supportive and progressive environment.

This role is not a substantive post but will be a relatively long contract of 12 months with a view of going permanent.

What’s on Offer for You?

  • Basic Salary scale between €231,215- €277,736 in accordance with the HSE 2023 Consultant contract
  • Additional remuneration for on-call duties and overtime as applicable depending on rota (up to €19,000)
  • Highly flexible contract that enables consultants opportunity for a variety of different work patterns
  • Up to €12,000 CME and €8,000 research grant
  • 30 days annual leave
  • 10 public holidays
  • Continuous Medical Education leave
  • Hours: 37 hours per week, plus on-call supplements

Key Responsibilities

  • Clinical Duties

    • Provide consultant-led ENT services covering general ENT, head & neck, audiology liaison, micro‑suction clinics, and cancer pathways.

    • Share on-call responsibilities across the main hospital sites

    • Will be expected to provide both Clinical and strategic leadership with the ENT Department and wider hospital to ensure delivery of high quality clinical care to all patients in keeping with the principles of care under National clinical programmes.

  • Leadership & Governance

    • Participate in departmental management, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives.

    • Contribute to postgraduate education, including registrar and medical student teaching.

  • Research & Audit

    • Engage in clinical audit and may pursue research; publications are advantageous.

    • Uphold professional standards, including compliance with HIQA and HSE policies.

Requirements to Apply

  • Full registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) – Specialist Division in ENT (Otolaryngology)  must be active and in place to secure an interview

  • Extensive post-graduate Consultant experience in ENT

  • Completion of ENT specialist training (CCST or equivalent).

  • Willing to work across 2 hospital sites

How to Apply:

Please get in touch with a copy of your CV or simply email stuart@headmedical.com for more information and a detailed job spec. We would love to hear from you

For a discussion about this role or
other opportunities contact Stuart today.

stuart@headmedical.com / 0131 357 1096

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