Anesthesiology positions at Irish university hospitals

Would you like a position with broad clinical exposure in anesthesiology and perioperative medicine while gaining experience in an English-speaking healthcare system?

On behalf of university hospitals and established anesthesiology departments in Ireland, we are recruiting anesthesiology consultants for 12 or 24-month positions, with the possibility of extension.

This opportunity is well suited for specialists who would like to work in modern hospital environments with high surgical activity, close multidisciplinary collaboration and broad clinical variety. Several departments work closely with perioperative medicine, intensive care and emergency medicine services.

We are particularly interested in candidates with strong experience in general anesthesiology and perioperative care. For several of the positions, a minimum of three years of experience at consultant level is preferred.

Please note that candidates must hold EU/EEA medical registration and specialist certification to be eligible for these roles.

About the position

As an anesthesiology consultant, you will provide anesthesia for both elective and emergency procedures, as well as assess and manage patients before, during and after surgery. The role combines operating room activity, perioperative assessment, acute care and collaboration with surgical and medical specialties.

The positions involve close collaboration with operating room nurses, ICU staff, surgeons, emergency departments and other specialist teams within the hospital. Several of the hospitals are university-affiliated and have active specialist environments within research, teaching and clinical development.

Typical responsibilities

• Providing anesthesia for elective and emergency surgical procedures
• Preoperative assessment and perioperative management of patients
• Airway management and emergency procedures
• Participation in trauma teams and acute medical situations
• Collaboration with intensive care and postoperative care units
• Multidisciplinary collaboration around patient pathways
• Supervision and mentoring of resident doctors and other healthcare professionals
• Contributing to quality improvement, patient safety, and clinical development
• Participation in on-call duties where applicable

Clinical areas

Anesthesiology departments in Ireland work broadly across areas including:

• General anesthesia
• Regional anesthesia
• Perioperative medicine
• Intensive care and postoperative services
• Trauma and emergency medicine
• Airway management and emergency procedures
• Obstetric anesthesia
• Day surgery and elective surgery

We are looking for someone who

• Is a specialist in anesthesiology
• Holds EU/EEA medical registration and specialist certification
• Has broad experience within general anesthesiology
• Has experience in perioperative care and acute situations
• Has excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken
• Thrives in an international and multidisciplinary working environment
• Maintains high professional standards with strong focus on quality and patient safety
• Is motivated by professional development and experience from a new healthcare system

We offer

• Contract for 12 or 24 months, with the possibility of extension
• The opportunity to gain international experience in an English-speaking healthcare system
• Positions at established university hospitals and larger anesthesiology departments
• Close follow-up and guidance throughout the entire recruitment process
• Assistance with registration, interviews and relocation
• The opportunity for a short visit to Ireland, ideally together with your partner or family, to get to know the hospital and the area before making a decision

Salary

Base salary depending on experience, typically around €233,000–€280,000 gross per year.

Why Ireland?

Working in Ireland gives you the opportunity to practice medicine in an English-speaking healthcare system while gaining valuable international experience. You will work in a collaborative clinical environment with modern facilities and a strong focus on patient care.

Beyond work, Ireland offers a high quality of life and a welcoming atmosphere. The country is known for its dramatic coastline, green landscapes and charming towns. Ireland also has a lively social culture, where local pubs often serve as gathering places for music, conversation and community.

Interested?

We would be happy to tell you more about the opportunities, possible locations and the next steps in the process. Feel free to contact us for an informal conversation.