Youghal Community Hospital and Cois Abhainn Residential Care Facility are seeking a dedicated Medical Officer to join their multidisciplinary teams. This permanent part-time role, employed by the Health Service Executive (HSE), offers a meaningful opportunity to deliver medical care across two established community services in County Cork.
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide ongoing medical assessment, diagnosis, treatment and care for residents and patients
• Work collaboratively with nursing, therapy, and management teams to support holistic care
• Participate in clinical governance, risk management and quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure compliance with HSE policies
• Contribute to care planning, family engagement and multidisciplinary case reviews
• Support medical oversight across both Youghal Community Hospital and Cois Abhainn Residential Care Facility
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Full registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Irish Medical Council
• Clinical experience in community, geriatric, primary care or similar settings
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage a varied clinical caseload
• Commitment to patient-centred care and continuous quality improvement
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Medical Officer 1503
• Contract Type: Permanent part-time
• Salary: In line with HSE national consolidated pay scales (effective 1 August 2025).
The Medical Officer (1503) salary scale ranges from €37,006 to €57,863, depending on facility size and designation band.
• Benefits include public-sector pension, paid leave, and access to HSE professional development supports.
• Working hours follow HSE part-time arrangements; details provided at interview.
Location & Employer Information
Youghal Community Hospital & Cois Abhainn Residential Care Facility, County Cork, form part of the HSE South West region. Both services provide high-quality community, rehabilitation, and residential care, delivered by experienced multidisciplinary teams.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national public health and social care provider, responsible for delivering essential services across acute, community, and residential settings.
Application Details
• Reference: SWMDS89584
• Closing date: 16 January 2026 at 12:00
• Interviews will be held shortly after the closing date.
• Informal enquiries:
– Ms Aoife Parson, Interim Director of Nursing, Youghal Community Hospital – [email protected]
– Ms Jasmine Augustine, Person in Charge, Cois Abhainn Residential Care Facility – [email protected]
