The Senior House Officer Psychiatry role with Wexford Waterford Mental Health Services offers an excellent opportunity to develop clinical expertise within HSE Dublin and South East. This Fixed Term Wholetime position provides structured training, supervised practice, and exposure to diverse psychiatric services across Waterford and Wexford.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide high-quality psychiatric assessment and treatment under consultant supervision
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
- Engage in on-call and rota commitments as required
- Contribute to service improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Support service users and families through recovery-focused care
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Current Irish Medical Council Registration (essential)
- Access to transport
- Valid IELTS or equivalent certificate (where applicable)
- Demonstrated interest in Psychiatry
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinical environment
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales for Senior House Officer (Grade 1012).
- Salary scale (effective 1 August 2025): €54,203 – €74,133 per annum
- Fixed Term Wholetime contract
- Public service pension scheme
- Paid annual leave and study leave in line with HSE policy
- Opportunities for professional development and training
Location & Employer Information
This Senior House Officer Psychiatry post is based within Wexford Waterford Mental Health Services, part of HSE Dublin and South East, covering Tipperary South, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Wexford, Wicklow, and part of South Dublin.
Application Details
- Reference: WWMHSJUL26
- Category: Medical and Dental
- Grade: Senior House Officer – Psychiatry 1010
- Contract Type: Fixed Term Wholetime
- Proposed Interview Date: March/April 2026
- Informal Enquiries: Medical Manpower Team – WatWex.MHSMMP@hse.ie
Apply directly via the official HSE recruitment portal before 12 March 2026, 4:00 PM.
