University Hospital Waterford is seeking a Rheumatology & General Internal Medicine (GIM) Registrar to join its dynamic medical team. This fixed-term, wholetime role offers excellent exposure to specialist rheumatology services alongside acute general medicine in a busy teaching hospital environment.
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The post is suitable for doctors pursuing higher specialist training or seeking robust registrar-level experience in Rheumatology and GIM within the Irish public health system.
Key Responsibilities
• Deliver high-quality inpatient and outpatient Rheumatology care
• Participate in General Internal Medicine on-call and ward cover
• Support consultant-led clinics and multidisciplinary team meetings
• Contribute to acute medical admissions and patient management
• Supervise and support junior NCHDs
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and discharge summaries
• Engage in audit, teaching, and continuous professional development
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Full registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) or eligibility to register
• Previous experience at Registrar level in Medicine
• Demonstrated interest or experience in Rheumatology
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Eligibility to work in Ireland
• ACLS/ALS certification desirable
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Grade: Registrar – Medicine (1530)
• Salary: In line with HSE Consolidated Salary Scales (effective 1 August 2025)
• Contract: Fixed Term, Wholetime
• Benefits: Public service pension, annual leave, study leave, and training opportunities
• Working Pattern: As per NCHD roster, including on-call commitments
Salary scales are applied in accordance with Department of Health Circulars and national agreements.
Location & Employer Information
• Hospital: University Hospital Waterford
• County: Waterford
• Health Region: HSE Dublin and South East
• University Hospital Waterford is a major teaching hospital providing secondary and tertiary care, with strong links to academic training and specialist services.
This role is an HSE-funded position within the Irish public health service.
Application Details
• Reference Number: RHEUMGIMRG
• Application Method: Email application
• Email: [email protected]
• Department: Medical Manpower Department
• Telephone: +353 (0)51 842431
Informal Enquiries:
Jodie Kelly, Medical Manpower Department
Email: [email protected]
Tel: +353 (0)51 842431
Related Documents (to be linked):
• RHEUMGIMRG Job Specification
• RHEUMGIMRG Application Form
Last Day to Apply: 07 February 2026 at 2 PM
