St Luke’s General Hospital, Kilkenny is seeking a motivated Senior House Officer (SHO) in Surgery to join its surgical team. This role offers hands-on clinical experience in a busy acute hospital environment, supporting high-quality patient care and professional development within the Irish public health system.
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide day-to-day surgical care to inpatients and outpatients under consultant supervision
• Assist in theatre sessions, ward rounds, and outpatient clinics
• Participate in on-call rotas as required
• Perform clinical assessments, investigations, and procedures within scope of competence
• Maintain accurate and timely medical records
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure patient safety
• Contribute to audit, teaching, and continuous quality improvement activities
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Full registration (or eligibility for registration) with the Irish Medical Council
• Completion of Internship or equivalent recognised by the IMC
• Demonstrated interest or experience in surgical disciplines
• Strong clinical, communication, and teamwork skills
• Eligibility to work in Ireland
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary in line with HSE Senior House Officer pay scales (Grade 1011)
• Contract: Fixed Term, Whole Time
• Benefits include HSE pension scheme, paid annual leave, and access to training and professional development
• On-call and rostered duties apply in accordance with service requirements
Location & Employer Information
St Luke’s General Hospital is an acute general hospital serving Kilkenny and the surrounding region, providing a wide range of surgical and medical services. The hospital operates within the HSE Dublin and South East region and offers a supportive environment for Non-Consultant Hospital Doctors (NCHDs).
Application Details
• Application Link: https://www.rezoomo.com/job/92124/
• Recruiter / Contact:
Caroline McGrath
Medical Manpower Department
Email: [email protected]
Last Day to Apply: 11 February 2026 at 12 AM
