The Registrar Obstetrics & Gynaecology Drogheda position offers an excellent opportunity to develop advanced clinical skills within a busy acute hospital setting. Based at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda and Louth County Hospital, this role supports comprehensive maternity and gynaecology services within the HSE Dublin and North East region.
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This post is open to both HSE and non-HSE applicants and provides valuable experience across obstetric and gynaecological care pathways.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality obstetric and gynaecological care to patients
• Participate in labour ward, theatre, and antenatal/postnatal services
• Support emergency and elective gynaecology services
• Work collaboratively with consultants, midwives, and multidisciplinary teams
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records
• Participate in on-call rotas as required
• Engage in clinical audit, teaching, and continuous professional development
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) or eligibility to register
• Experience in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at NCHD/Registrar level
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure acute hospital environment
• Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement
• Eligibility to work in Ireland
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Salary is aligned with the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales (1 August 2025) for Registrar Grade 1538:
€68,891 – €81,126 per annum (depending on point placement)
Benefits include:
• Public sector pension scheme
• Paid annual leave and sick leave entitlements
• Structured training and career progression pathways
• Access to HSE CPD and educational supports
Working hours are in line with NCHD contracts and European Working Time Directive requirements.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital Drogheda & Louth County Hospital, serving communities across Louth, Meath, Cavan, Monaghan, and North Dublin.
The post is within HSE Dublin and North East and forms part of the national maternity and gynaecology service framework.
Application Details
Apply online via the official HSE recruitment portal:
https://rcsihospitals.icims.com/jobs/4553/job
For informal enquiries:
Nick Ferguson
Assistant Staff Officer
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 041 987 4682
Apply before 22 February 2026, 11:59 PM via the official link above.
