The Grade IV Pathology Secretary Dublin role offers an excellent opportunity to join the BreastCheck Eccles Unit within the public health service. This permanent wholetime administrative position plays a key role in supporting the Department of Histopathology and ensuring efficient pathology and screening services.
This competition is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to the Pathology and Histopathology teams.
- Manage correspondence, documentation, and clinical reports with accuracy and confidentiality.
- Maintain electronic and manual records in line with HSE data protection policies.
- Coordinate appointments, meetings, and service-related communications.
- Liaise with clinical staff, management, and external stakeholders as required.
- Ensure efficient workflow within the BreastCheck Eccles Unit.
- Support service improvement initiatives within the department.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Candidates must meet one of the following eligibility criteria on or before the closing date:
- Satisfactory experience as a Clerical Officer in the HSE, TUSLA, other statutory health agencies, or a body providing services under Section 38 of the Health Act 2004.
- OR a pass (Grade D or higher) in at least five subjects in the Leaving Certificate Examination, including Mathematics and English or Irish, with at least Grade C on higher level papers in three subjects.
- OR a comparable and relevant qualification at Level 6 or higher on the National Qualifications Framework (QQI).
- OR a comparable equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction.
- Must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office.
- Must be of good character and in a state of health suitable for regular and efficient service.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
- Grade: Grade IV (Code 0558).
- Contract Type: Permanent Wholetime.
- Salary: In accordance with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales and Department of Health Circular 1/2025.
- Annual leave and public service pension scheme apply.
- Access to HSE training and development opportunities.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at:
BreastCheck Eccles Unit
36 Eccles Street
Phibsborough
Dublin D07 Y7C6
The position is part of the public health system under the Health Service Executive, supporting national breast screening services and pathology operations.
Application Details
Reference: NSS2025134
Category: Management/Admin/ICT
Advertisement Type: External
Informal enquiries:
José Nilton, Unit Manager
Email: jose.nilton@screeningservice.ie
Applications must be submitted before the deadline below.
Last Day to Apply: 16 March 2026, 12:00 PM
