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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Temporary Consultant Gastroenterologist to join a progressive and patient-focused acute service in Ireland.

The successful candidate will deliver high-quality gastroenterology care across inpatient, outpatient, and endoscopy services, working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team. This role offers broad clinical exposure, along with opportunities to contribute to service development, teaching, and innovation in a modern healthcare environment.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive gastroenterology services across outpatient clinics, inpatient care, and endoscopy units.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures.
• Manage a wide range of gastrointestinal conditions, including acute and chronic disorders.
• Participate in the consultant on-call rota as required.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, including medical, surgical, and allied health professionals.
• Contribute to the development and expansion of gastroenterology services.
• Participate in clinical governance, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Support teaching and training of junior doctors and medical students.
• Maintain high standards of clinical documentation, patient safety, and care delivery.

Person Specification

Qualifications & Registration

Essential

• Medical degree (MBBS or equivalent).
• Specialist registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) (Specialist Division).
• Relevant postgraduate qualification in Gastroenterology (or equivalent).
• MCRN (Medical Council Registration Number) with Specialist Registration.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience at Consultant level in Gastroenterology.
• Experience in General Internal Medicine.
• Strong experience in diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopy.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary clinical environments.

Desirable

• Subspecialty interest within gastroenterology.
• Experience in service development or leadership roles.

Skills & Competencies

Essential

• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills in gastroenterology.
• High level of competence in endoscopic procedures.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage complex clinical cases and prioritise workload.

Professional Attributes

Essential

• Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Proactive approach to service improvement and innovation.