An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Consultant Medical Oncologist Waterford role at University Hospital Waterford, part of the HSE Dublin and South East region. This is a permanent, whole-time consultant post (37 hours per week) offering the chance to deliver specialist oncology care within a leading regional hospital serving the South East.
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The post is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and is suited to an experienced consultant seeking a long-term leadership and clinical role in a growing oncology service.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide consultant-level medical oncology services to patients attending University Hospital Waterford
• Lead and participate in multidisciplinary cancer care teams
• Deliver high-quality, evidence-based diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of oncology patients
• Contribute to service development, clinical governance, and quality improvement initiatives
• Support teaching, supervision, and mentoring of NCHDs and other clinical staff
• Participate in audit, research, and continuing professional development activities
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registration on the Specialist Division of the Medical Council of Ireland in Medical Oncology (or eligibility to be registered)
• Significant consultant-level experience in medical oncology
• Demonstrated expertise in multidisciplinary cancer care
• Strong leadership, communication, and clinical decision-making skills
• Commitment to continuous professional development, audit, and research
• Eligibility to work in Ireland
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with HSE Consultant Medical Oncologist salary scales and national consultant contract
• Permanent whole-time contract
• 37 hours per week
• Access to public service pension scheme
• Annual leave, study leave, and professional development supports in line with HSE policies
Location & Employer Information
University Hospital Waterford is the major acute teaching hospital for the South East of Ireland, providing a wide range of secondary and tertiary services. The hospital plays a key role in regional cancer services and offers a collaborative, academically active clinical environment.
The employer is the Health Service Executive (HSE), Ireland’s national public health service, delivering hospital and community healthcare nationwide.
Location: Waterford City, County Waterford
Application Details
- Reference: MEON5851
- Closing date: 15 January 2026 at 15:00
Informal enquiries:
Dr Miriam O’Connor, Consultant in Medical Oncology
Telephone: (051) 842512
Email: [email protected]
Early application is strongly advised. Ensure all eligibility documentation is submitted before the closing date.
