Neonatology Consultant

Job description

Consultant Role Neonatology

(Limerick)

You will be based in the Neonatal Unit, a regional specialist service delivering expert care to critically ill and premature newborns, with 19 approved cots including intensive care capacity – the second largest neonatal unit in Ireland outside of Dublin.

As a Consultant Neonatologist, you will:

• Provide senior clinical leadership and consultant‑level neonatal care for premature and critically ill newborn infants.

• Participate fully in the neonatal rota and serve as a senior presence on the unit.

• Supervise, mentor and train non‑consultant hospital doctors (NCHDs), junior staff and the multidisciplinary neonatal team.

• Engage in clinical governance, audit, risk management and quality improvement activities.

• Collaborate with paediatric support services, obstetrics, midwifery and allied health professionals.

• Undertake teaching responsibilities for medical students and junior doctors in conjunction with the University of Limerick.

• Contribute to service development and research initiatives.

Your time will be structured approximately as:

• 10 hours per week neonatal ward rounds

• 12 hours per week neonatal unit cover

• 5 hours per week diagnostic/treatment activity

• 6 hours per week outpatient and high‑risk follow‑up clinic duties

• 2 hours per week consultation services

• 4 hours per week management, professional development and teaching

• Participation in the neonatology on‑call rota

This reflects the official weekly commitment for the post and highlights the balance between direct clinical care, teaching, management and specialist duties.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive public consultant salary scale under the Public Only Consultant Contract 2026 (with incremental progression based on experience)

• 30 days annual leave + 10 public holidays

• Dedicated Continuous Medical Education (CME) leave and support for professional development and research

• Full guidance through the Irish Medical Council Specialist Registration process

Exact salary will be in line with the national consultant pay scale, reflective of experience and IMC recognition status.

Living and Working in Limerick

Limerick offers an excellent balance of professional and personal life for Consultant Neonatologists:

• A vibrant city with culture, sports, arts and great schooling

• Easy access to scenic west coast and countryside activities

• Strong community, social and lifestyle amenities

• ✈️ Good transport links including easy access via Shannon Airport

This region provides an exciting career in neonatology alongside outstanding quality of life.

Eligibility

Suitable applicants might hold:

• UK CCT in Paediatrics and Neonatology experience

• EU Specialist qualification recognised under EU Directive

• American Board certification in Neonatology or equivalent

• Canadian Fellowship

• Australian or New Zealand Fellowship

Eligibility for Irish Medical Council Specialist Registration in Paediatrics with neonatology competence is required before or shortly after appointment.

Apply NOW!

If you are exploring Neonatology Consultant opportunities in Ireland, we would be happy to discuss this.

📧 Email: kia.george@matchmedics.com
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