An exceptional consultant career opportunity is available for a Consultant Rheumatologist & General Physician at Connolly Hospital Dublin, delivering specialist rheumatology services alongside acute general medicine within a high-performing teaching hospital. This senior role offers long-term security, clinical leadership, and the opportunity to influence service development within the HSE Dublin and North East region.
This post is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and is ideally suited to consultants seeking a permanent, whole-time appointment within a multidisciplinary hospital environment.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide consultant-level rheumatology services in both inpatient and outpatient settings
• Deliver high-quality general physician care within acute medical services
• Participate in on-call and rota arrangements as required
• Lead and contribute to multidisciplinary clinical teams
• Supervise, train, and mentor NCHDs and junior medical staff
• Engage in clinical audit, governance, and quality improvement initiatives
• Contribute to service planning and strategic development within the hospital
• Maintain compliance with HSE clinical and professional standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registration on the Specialist Division of the Medical Council of Ireland in Rheumatology
• Extensive experience in rheumatology and general internal medicine
• Proven consultant-level clinical competence
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills
• Commitment to continuous professional development and clinical excellence
• Eligibility to work in Ireland
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in accordance with HSE Consultant Contract and Consolidated Salary Scales
• Permanent whole-time appointment
• Public service pension scheme
• Annual leave and sick leave entitlements in line with HSE policy
• Access to continuing medical education and professional development supports
(Consultant remuneration is governed by national HSE consultant pay arrangements effective August 2025)
Location & Employer Information
Connolly Hospital is a major acute teaching hospital serving Dublin North and the wider HSE Dublin and North East region. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of medical and surgical services and maintains strong academic links with RCSI and other training bodies.
Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE)
Recruiting Area: North Dublin, Meath, Louth, Cavan & Monaghan
Employer details verified from the official employer records
Application Details
• Closing Date: 16 January 2026 at 17:00
• Reference Number: BNGMRY12
Informal Enquiries:
Dr. Eithne Murphy, Consultant Rheumatologist
Email: eithnemurphy@rcsi.ie
