Consultant Anaesthetist - 12 month FTC (West of Ireland)

Opportunity

As a  Consultant in Anaesthsiology  in the HSE you'll be a senior specialist member of this department at this university hospital. As the appointed Consultant, your duties will involve :

Delivering safe, high-quality anaesthetic care for both elective and emergency surgeries , including :

Pre-operative assessment

Intra-operative management

Post-operative care

Supervise and mentor junior doctors , nurses , and anaesthesia technicians

Participate in on-call rota , responding to emergency cases

Collaborate closely with surgical teams and other departments

Contribute to clinical governance , audits , and quality improvement initiatives

Engage in professional development , research , and teaching activities

The region covers one third of the land mass of Ireland, it provides health care to a population of 830,000, employs over 20,000 staff

This role is not a substantive post but will be an initial short-term contract of 12 months, to potentially be extended

Department focus :

Offers comprehensive perioperative care : pre-op assessment, intra-op management (general / regional anaesthesia), post-op care, ICU, pain medicine, and resuscitation .

Strong focus on regional anaesthesia , with dedicated block bay facilities performing ~2,000 nerve blocks per year

Integral role in teaching , serving medical students, interns, trainees, and nurses (ICU, peri-op, emergency care)

Rich schedule of educational and clinical governance activities : weekly lectures, morbidity & mortality reviews, ICU meetings, research forums, journal clubs

Recognised as a regional training centre for both basic and specialist registrar programmes, under Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland accreditation

What's on offer for you?

• Basic Salary scale between € 231,215- € 277,736 in accordance with the HSE 2023 Consultant contract
• Full comprehensive relocation package on offer
• 30 days annual leave
• 37 hour a week contract
• 10 public holidays
• Continuous Medical Education leave

Essential Criteria

Completion of Specialist Training (CCT or equivalent) in Anaesthesiology

Excellent communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Experience in regional anesthesia , pain management , or intensive care is advantageous

Additional benefits include :

Location in detail : Galway

Fom the heart of the Wild Atlantic Way—Galway, a charming city on Ireland’s rugged west coast. A place is bursting with life, history, and character. Cobblestone streets echo with the sound of traditional Irish music, especially in the Latin Quarter, where talented buskers fill the air with fiddles and flutes.

The city sits beside Galway Bay, and you can stroll the famous Salthill Promenade where locals “kick the wall” at the end for good luck. The seafood here is unbeatable—fresh oysters and creamy chowder that warm the soul. And the pubs! Cosy, welcoming, and brimming with stories, whether you're in Tigh Neachtain, The Crane Bar, or Monroe’s Tavern.

Galway feels like a blend of past and present. The medieval Spanish Arch still stands by the river, just a stone's throw from art galleries, street murals, and quirky boutiques. The people are as warm as the tea they’ll insist you share with them—friendly, chatty, and proud of their city’s culture and craic.

From the Claddagh ring’s origins to the stunning landscapes of Connemara just beyond the city, Galway will truly capture your heart.

Why consider a Medical Consultant position in Ireland?