An exciting opportunity has arisen for a General Practitioner to join the Primary Care Addiction Service in Louth and Meath. This permanent part-time role offers the chance to deliver specialist, patient-centred care to individuals experiencing addiction within a multidisciplinary primary care setting. Mentoring support from the Clinical Lead is available where required.
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide comprehensive medical assessment and treatment for patients attending the Primary Care Addiction Service
• Deliver evidence-based addiction treatment in a therapeutic and recovery-focused manner
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams including nursing, counselling, and social care professionals
• Participate in care planning, clinical reviews, and ongoing patient monitoring
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in line with HSE policies
• Support harm reduction and health promotion initiatives within the service
• Engage in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement activities
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registration with the Medical Council of Ireland at the appropriate division
• Eligibility to work as a General Practitioner in Ireland
• Experience working in a therapeutic capacity in addiction services is desirable
• Demonstrated English language competency via IELTS, Cambridge CAE, or approved exemption
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to patient-centred and ethical clinical practice
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary: In line with HSE General Practitioner Grade 152X consolidated pay scales
• Contract: Permanent, part-time
• Benefits include HSE pension scheme, annual leave entitlements, and access to professional development
• Structured mentoring available by the Clinical Lead where required
Location & Employer Information
• Location: Louth and Meath
• Health Region: HSE Dublin and North East
• Employer: Health Service Executive (HSE)
• Service Area: Primary Care Addiction Service supporting community-based addiction treatment
Application Details
Informal enquiries may be directed to:
Dr Garrett McGovern, Clinical Lead for CHO8
Mobile: 087 239 2054
Last Day to Apply: 19 January 2026 at 17:00
