Senior House Officer Psychiatry

The Senior House Officer Psychiatry role with Wexford Waterford Mental Health Services offers an excellent opportunity to develop clinical expertise within HSE Dublin and South East. This Fixed Term Wholetime position provides structured training, supervised practice, and exposure to diverse psychiatric services across Waterford and Wexford.

Key Responsibilities

Provide high-quality psychiatric assessment and treatment under consultant supervision
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning
Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
Engage in on-call and rota commitments as required
Contribute to service improvement and patient safety initiatives
Support service users and families through recovery-focused care

Required Skills & Qualifications

Current Irish Medical Council Registration (essential)
Access to transport
Valid IELTS or equivalent certificate (where applicable)
Demonstrated interest in Psychiatry
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Ability to work effectively in a dynamic clinical environment

Salary, Benefits & Working Hours

Salary is aligned with the HSE Consolidated Salary Scales for Senior House Officer (Grade 1012).

Salary scale (effective 1 August 2025): €54,203 – €74,133 per annum
Fixed Term Wholetime contract
Public service pension scheme
Paid annual leave and study leave in line with HSE policy
Opportunities for professional development and training

Location & Employer Information

This Senior House Officer Psychiatry post is based within Wexford Waterford Mental Health Services, part of HSE Dublin and South East, covering Tipperary South, Waterford, Kilkenny, Carlow, Wexford, Wicklow, and part of South Dublin.