Kerry Mental Health Services is seeking a dedicated Senior House Officer/Registrar in General Adult Psychiatry to join its multidisciplinary mental health team within HSE South West. This fixed-term wholetime opportunity offers medical professionals the chance to contribute to high-quality psychiatric care services across County Kerry while developing valuable clinical experience within Ireland’s public healthcare system.
This psychiatry role in Kerry is ideal for doctors with a strong interest in General Adult Psychiatry who are committed to delivering compassionate, patient-focused mental health services in a supportive clinical environment.
Job Overview
The successful candidate will work as part of Kerry Mental Health Services under HSE South West, supporting the delivery of comprehensive psychiatric assessment, treatment, and ongoing patient care. The role involves collaboration with consultants, nursing teams, allied health professionals, and community mental health services.
This Senior House Officer/Registrar Psychiatry job in Kerry offers valuable experience across adult mental health services while contributing to patient wellbeing and service excellence within the HSE.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical assessment and treatment for patients within General Adult Psychiatry services
- Support multidisciplinary mental health teams in delivering safe and effective patient care
- Participate in psychiatric evaluations, ward rounds, and outpatient clinics
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
- Contribute to emergency and on-call psychiatric services as required
- Assist in treatment planning and ongoing patient management
- Engage in clinical audits, education, and professional development activities
- Ensure compliance with HSE clinical governance and patient safety standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Medical qualification recognised by the Medical Council of Ireland
- Registration or eligibility for registration with the Irish Medical Council
- Previous experience in Psychiatry or Mental Health Services is desirable
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
- Commitment to patient-centred mental health care
- Excellent organisational and clinical decision-making skills
- Flexibility to work within evolving mental health service requirements
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary for this Senior House Officer/Registrar Psychiatry role will be aligned with HSE salary scales and relevant public sector agreements. The position is offered on a Fixed Term Wholetime basis.
Benefits may include:
- Access to HSE training and professional development programmes
- Experience within a respected public healthcare organisation
- Supportive multidisciplinary working environment
- Opportunities to enhance psychiatric clinical experience
- Annual leave and public sector employment benefits in line with HSE policies
Location & Employer Information
This Psychiatry opportunity is based in County Kerry within Kerry Mental Health Services under HSE South West. The service provides essential adult mental health care and psychiatric support across the region, delivering community-focused and patient-centred services that play a critical role in healthcare delivery throughout Kerry.
HSE South West supports a broad range of healthcare services across Cork and Kerry, offering healthcare professionals the opportunity to work within one of Ireland’s largest public healthcare systems.
Application Details
Reference: PSYCH1526
Employer: HSE South West: Kerry and Cork
Category: Medical and Dental
Grade: Senior House Officer 1012
Contract Type: Fixed Term Wholetime
For informal enquiries, contact Dr. Radmir Rakun at Radmir.Rakun@hse.ie
Apply online: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/98140/
