The Health Service Executive (HSE) is seeking an experienced Consultant Medical Ophthalmologist to join its services across the HSE Dublin and South East region. This permanent whole-time position is split between Primary Care South Tipperary (28 hours per week) and University Hospital Waterford (9 hours per week). This is an excellent opportunity for a senior clinician to provide high-quality ophthalmic care within Ireland’s public health service.
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Key Responsibilities
• Deliver advanced clinical ophthalmology services across both assigned locations
• Provide assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management of patients with a wide range of ophthalmic conditions
• Participate in multidisciplinary collaboration and clinical leadership activities
• Contribute to the development of ophthalmology services in the region
• Engage in teaching, supervision, and mentorship for junior medical staff
• Participate in on-call commitments as required by service needs
• Maintain accurate clinical records and adhere to HSE clinical governance standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Full registration with the Irish Medical Council on the Specialist Division – Ophthalmology
• Extensive clinical experience in ophthalmology, including subspecialty expertise where applicable
• Strong diagnostic and surgical skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork capabilities
• Commitment to high standards of patient care and continuous professional development
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Consultant Medical Ophthalmologist (Grade 1150)
• Contract type: Permanent Whole-time
• Working hours: 37 hours per week split between South Tipperary Primary Care (28 hours) and University Hospital Waterford (9 hours)
• Salary and allowances in line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales
• Full public-sector pension and leave entitlements
• Additional HSE benefits including structured CPD, training supports, and career progression pathways
Location & Employer Information
• Locations: Primary Care South Tipperary and University Hospital Waterford
• Counties served: Waterford and South Tipperary
• Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE), the national publicly funded healthcare system in Ireland
• Health Region: HSE Dublin and South East
Application Details
• Reference: MEOP5675
• Category: Medical and Dental
• Advertisement type: External
• Closing date: 4 December 2025 at 12:00
• Apply online: https://publicjobs.tal.net/vx/lang-en-GB/appcentre-ext/candidate/so/pm/1/pl/3/opp/339
• Informal enquiries:
– Name: Ms. Edel Cosgrave
– Title: Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon & Clinical Lead, University Hospital Waterford
– Tel: 051 848312
– Email: [email protected]
