Paediatric Endocrinologist

Job description

Paediatric Endocrinology Consultant

About the Role

UHL (Limerick University Hospital) is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Consultant Paediatric Endocrinologist to join our expanding paediatric service in Limerick. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a dynamic, patient-focused team serving children and families across the Mid-West region.

The successful candidate will play a central role in delivering specialist endocrine care, supporting service development, and contributing to the ongoing enhancement of paediatric services within the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide expert clinical care for children and adolescents with endocrine and metabolic disorders, including diabetes.
• Deliver outpatient clinics, inpatient consultations, and participate in the paediatric on-call rota as required.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary colleagues including paediatricians, diabetes nurse specialists, dietitians, psychologists, and allied health professionals.
• Engage in service development, audit, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to the teaching and supervision of NCHDs, medical students, and other trainees.
• Participate in relevant research opportunities within the UL Hospitals Group and affiliated academic partners.

Essential Requirements

• Completion of specialist training in Paediatrics with recognised subspecialty training in Paediatric Endocrinology.
• Registration (or eligibility for Specialist Registration) with the Irish Medical Council (IMC).
• Strong clinical expertise in the management of paediatric endocrine conditions.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
• A commitment to high-quality, family-centred care.

What We Offer

• A competitive consultant salary and benefits package in line with HSE guidelines €233,000-280,000
• Opportunities for continuous professional development, training, and academic collaboration.
• A welcoming and supportive multidisciplinary environment.
• The chance to contribute to the growth of paediatric specialty services in the Mid-West.

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