Temporary Consultant Physician in Gastroenterology – Naas General Hospital – Kildare

Naas General Hospital is seeking a Temporary Consultant Physician in Gastroenterology to join its multidisciplinary medical team. This is a Specified Purpose, whole-time HSE role providing specialist gastroenterology services within the Dublin and Midlands health region. Reporting to the Clinical Director and/or General Manager, the Consultant will deliver high-quality patient care and contribute to service development across the hospital.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide specialist assessment, diagnosis, and management of gastroenterology patients
• Deliver inpatient and outpatient gastroenterology services, including endoscopy
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and clinical governance activities
• Contribute to development and improvement of gastroenterology pathways
• Lead and supervise NCHDs and other clinical staff
• Participate in the on-call rota as required
• Ensure safe, effective, patient-centred care aligned with HSE clinical standards
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold professional accountability

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Registration on the Specialist Division of the Irish Medical Council in Gastroenterology
• Experience at Consultant level or equivalent in gastroenterology and general medicine
• Proven clinical competence in managing complex gastroenterology presentations
• Strong leadership, communication, and team collaboration skills
• Commitment to audit, research, and continuous professional development
• Eligibility to work within the HSE (open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants)

Salary, Benefits & Working Hours

• HSE Consultant General Physician Grade 1163 salary (in line with national consolidated pay scales)
• Specified Purpose Contract – Whole-time
• Standard HSE benefits including pension, leave, and professional development supports
• On-call and additional allowances as per HSE policy

Location & Employer Information

Naas General Hospital, located in County Kildare, is part of the HSE Dublin and Midlands Health Region, serving Longford, Westmeath, Offaly, Laois, Kildare and parts of Dublin South and Wicklow.
The employer is the Health Service Executive (HSE)—Ireland’s national public health service—responsible for providing high-quality, accessible healthcare nationwide.

Application Details

Closing date: 3 December 2025 (00:00)
Apply Now: https://assets.comms.hse.ie/media/file_based_comms/NGH212025_Application_Form.docx
Job Specification: https://assets.comms.hse.ie/media/file_based_comms/NGH212025_Job_Specification.doc

Informal Enquiries:
• Ms. Patricia O’Brien, Medical Administration
Email: [email protected] | Tel: 045 849509
• Mr. Emmanuel Eguare, Clinical Director
Tel: 045 849530 | Email: [email protected]

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