G11922 Orthoptist, Basic Grade, Galway University Hospitals // Ortoptach, Ospidéil na hOllscoile, Gaillimh in Galway
- Salary
- €45,514–€65,068 / year
- Contract
- Temporary
- Sector
- Public
- Closes
- 8 Oct 2026
About the Role
G11922 Orthoptist, Basic Grade, Galway University Hospitals // Ortoptach, Ospidéil na hOllscoile, Gaillimh
Galway University Hospitals, comprising of University Hospital Galway (UHG) and Merlin Park University Hospital (MPUH), provide a comprehensive range of services to emergency and elective patients on an inpatient, outpatient and day care basis across the two sites.
GUH play a leadership role in acute service delivery providing regional services for a wide range of specialities and is also a designated supra regional centre for cancer and cardiac services serving a catchment area in the region of one million people along the West from Donegal to Tipperary North.
UHG is a Model 4 hospital providing 24/7 acute surgery, acute medicine, and critical care.
GUH is recognised for Higher Medical Training in all specialities.
The West and North West region provides acute and specialist hospital and community services to the West and North West of Ireland – counties Galway, Mayo, Roscommon, Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal and adjoining counties.
The region comprises of 7 hospitals across 8 sites: Galway University Hospitals (GUH) incorporating University Hospital Galway (UHG) and Merlin Park University Hospital, Letterkenny University Hospital (LUH), Mayo University Hospital (MUH), Portiuncula University Hospital (PUH), Roscommon University Hospital (RUH), Sligo University Hospital (SUH) incorporating Our Lady’s Hospital Manorhamilton (OLHM).
The region’s Academic Partner is NUI Galway.
The region covers one third of the land mass of Ireland, it provides health care to a population of 830,000, employs over 20,000 staff.
There is one specified purpose, whole time vacancy available. Initial assignment will be to the Ophthalmology Department, GUH.
A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Galway University Hospitals from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled.
Details
Location: Galway University Hospitals, HSE West & North West Region.
Contract Type: Specified Purpose, Whole Time
Salary: €45,514–€65,068 per year
Closing date: 8 Oct 2026
Proposed Interview Dates: Interviews will be held as soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given at least one weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances.
Informal Enquiries: Ms. Elizabeth McElnea, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon, GUH. Email: [email protected]
How to Apply
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Documents & Campaign Information
Frequently asked
- What are the day-to-day duties of this role?
- The day-to-day duties involve providing orthoptic services to patients at Galway University Hospitals, which include University Hospital Galway (UHG) and Merlin Park University Hospital (MPUH).
- What are the requirements for this role?
- Requirements include a full driving licence and access to transport as the post may involve travel, and flexibility as regards working hours to meet the demands of service.
- Where is the role located?
- The role is located at Galway University Hospitals in Galway.
- What is the salary for this role?
- The salary is €45,514–€65,068 per year.
- How do I apply for this role?
- Apply via Rezoomo.