Join HSE South West as a Consultant Physician specializing in Endocrinology and Diabetes Mellitus across our integrated Cork healthcare network. This permanent wholetime position offers the opportunity to lead diabetes care across hospital and community settings.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Consultant Physician in Endocrinology and Diabetes Mellitus to join our multidisciplinary team across three key locations in Cork. This innovative role combines hospital-based specialty care at Mallow General Hospital (16 hours per week) and Cork University Hospital (2.5 hours) with enhanced community care delivery through our North Cork Hub (18.5 hours), representing the future of integrated diabetes care.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive endocrinology and diabetes services across hospital and community settings, ensuring seamless patient care transitions
- Provide specialist consultation and management for complex diabetes mellitus cases, endocrine disorders, and metabolic conditions
- Develop and implement enhanced community care protocols for diabetes management in the North Cork region
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including diabetes nurse specialists, dietitians, podiatrists, and primary care physicians
- Conduct outpatient clinics and inpatient consultations at Mallow General Hospital and Cork University Hospital
- Participate in emergency endocrine care and provide specialist input for acute diabetes complications
- Contribute to medical education and training of junior doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals in diabetes care
- Engage in quality improvement initiatives and clinical audit to enhance diabetes outcomes across the region
- Support telemedicine and digital health initiatives for enhanced community diabetes management
Required Qualifications
Essential Requirements
- Medical degree with full registration with the Medical Council of Ireland
- Specialist training in Endocrinology and Diabetes Mellitus with relevant postgraduate qualifications
- Minimum 5 years post-CCT experience in endocrinology and diabetes care
- Membership or Fellowship of appropriate Royal College (MRCPI, FRCP, or equivalent)
- Expertise in diabetes technology including insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitoring, and digital health platforms
- Strong clinical decision-making skills in complex endocrine and metabolic disorders
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in community-based diabetes care and integrated care models
- Research experience in diabetes or endocrinology with published work
- Leadership experience in clinical service development or quality improvement
- Additional qualifications in diabetes education or lifestyle medicine
- Experience with Enhanced Community Care or similar integrated healthcare models
What We Offer
- Competitive consultant salary as per HSE consolidated scales (up to ā¬341,384 per annum depending on experience and contract type)
- Comprehensive benefits package including pension scheme, professional indemnity, and continuing medical education support (up to ā¬12,000 annually for 2023 contract holders)
- Flexible working arrangements across three strategic locations with modern facilities
- Professional development opportunities including research support, conference attendance, and specialist training
- Innovative care model opportunity to shape the future of integrated diabetes care in Ireland
- Supportive multidisciplinary environment with established diabetes team and specialist resources
- Work-life balance in the beautiful Cork region with excellent quality of life
- Career progression pathways within HSE South West and opportunities for academic collaboration with Cork University Hospital
- State-of-the-art facilities and access to latest diabetes technologies and treatments
Location Benefits
This unique role spans three strategic locations in Cork, offering variety and the opportunity to impact diabetes care across the entire care continuum. Mallow General Hospital provides a friendly, community-focused environment, while Cork University Hospital offers academic opportunities and complex case management. The Enhanced Community Care Programme represents innovative healthcare delivery right in the heart of North Cork communities.
Ready to Apply?
Join HSE South West and make a significant impact on diabetes care across Cork. This position offers the perfect blend of hospital expertise and community innovation, ideal for a consultant physician passionate about comprehensive endocrinology and diabetes care.
Closing Date: 11th September 2025 at 3:00 PM
For informal enquiries, contact Dr Sean Manning, Consultant Physician at Mallow General Hospital: [email protected]
