The HSE is recruiting a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist to join its specialist women’s health team in County Louth. This permanent whole-time post offers an opportunity to lead clinical services, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to the continued development of maternity care across the Dublin and North East health region.
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This post is open to both current HSE employees and external applicants.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality obstetric and gynaecological services within the assigned hospital and community settings.
• Provide consultant-led care in labour ward, antenatal, postnatal, and gynaecology clinics.
• Manage emergency obstetrics and gynaecology cases as part of the on-call rota.
• Lead and supervise NCHDs, midwives, and allied health professionals.
• Ensure adherence to clinical governance, patient safety, and HSE service standards.
• Contribute to service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Participate in teaching, research, and continuous medical education activities.
• Work collaboratively with regional maternity and gynaecology networks.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registered as a Specialist in Obstetrics & Gynaecology with the Irish Medical Council (IMC).
• Extensive post-registration experience in obstetrics and gynaecology, including emergency care.
• Proven leadership, clinical governance, and decision-making capabilities.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and mentoring skills.
• Eligibility to work in Ireland and meet Consultant appointment criteria per HSE/DoH guidelines.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Permanent whole-time contract through the Health Service Executive.
• Standard HSE consultant conditions, protected CPD arrangements, and pension scheme.
• On-call commitments as rostered.
• Additional allowances may apply per contract type (HSE Consultant Contract).
Location & Employer Information
Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE)
Region: HSE Dublin and North East – North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan.
Base Location: County Louth.
The HSE is Ireland’s national public health service, delivering acute, community, and specialist care across all regions. The successful candidate will join a multidisciplinary team committed to providing high-quality maternity and women’s health services to the local population.
Application Details
Reference: OBGY4321
Advertisement Source: HSE
Contract Type: Permanent Whole-time
Closing Date: 2 January 2026, 12:00
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Informal Enquiries:
• Application queries: [email protected]
• Post-specific queries: Dr. Nor Azlia Abdul Wahab – Tel: 041-9837601, Email: [email protected]
