An excellent opportunity is available for an Associate Specialist in Emergency Medicine to join the Emergency Department at Wexford General Hospital. This role supports the delivery of high-quality, consultant-led emergency care within a busy acute hospital serving the South East region.
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The post is offered on a Specified Purpose Wholetime contract and is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants with appropriate Irish or UK medical experience.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide senior clinical decision-making within the Emergency Department
• Manage acute presentations in line with national and local clinical guidelines
• Support junior medical staff and multidisciplinary team members
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives
• Ensure safe, timely, and patient-centred emergency care delivery
• Contribute to service development within Emergency Medicine
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Degree in Medicine
• Full registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC)
• Evidence of IELTS or OET where applicable
• Irish or UK postgraduate medical experience only
• Demonstrated experience in Emergency Medicine at an appropriate level
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Associate Specialist 188Y
• Salary: In line with HSE consolidated salary scales (on application)
• Contract: Specified Purpose Wholetime
• Benefits include public service pension, paid annual leave, and access to HSE professional development supports
Location & Employer Information
• Location: Wexford, County Wexford
• Hospital: Wexford General Hospital
• Health Region: HSE Dublin and South East
• Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE)
Wexford General Hospital is a key acute hospital providing emergency, medical, surgical, and specialist services to the South East population.
Application Details
• Advertisement Source: HSE (External)
• Reference Number: WGHASSOCEM
• Recruiter: HSE Dublin and South East
• Informal Enquiries:
– Grace Monaghan, Medical Manpower Manager – [email protected]
– Emer Broaders, Medical Manpower – [email protected]
Last Day to Apply: 13 February 2026 at 17:00
