Fulltime Doctor- Nursing home & Hospital Locum

Job Overview:

Spectrum Health is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Medical Doctor to provide medical care across two care settings: Nursing homes and Hospital based cover supporting Level 2 rehabilitation patients, long-term care residents, and adults with intellectual disabilities and mobility challenges.

Main Job information:

Hours per week: minimum 36 hours per week

Days: Monday- Saturday (flexible schedule)

Pay: €99,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

Nursing Home (26 hours per week):

16 hours/week in Clinic: Deliver comprehensive medical care to Level 2 rehabilitation patients, focusing on recovery, discharge planning, aliasing with the families and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

10 hours/week in Clinic/Telemedicine: Provide ongoing medical support and clinical oversight to long-term care residents, ensuring continuity of care and addressing chronic and acute health issues.

Hospital (10 hours per week):

Deliver medical care to adult residents with intellectual disabilities and mobility issues, supporting both preventive and responsive healthcare needs.

Liaise closely with nursing, allied health professionals, and care staff to ensure holistic care plans are in place and maintained.

General Duties:

Perform medical assessments, reviews, and documentation in line with best practice and regulatory standards.

Prescribe appropriate treatment and medication, manage chronic conditions, and respond to acute medical needs.

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including nursing, physiotherapy, social work, and occupational therapy.

Participate in care planning meetings and family consultations where appropriate.

Maintain up-to-date and accurate medical records.

Ensure compliance with relevant health legislation and clinical governance protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements:

Medical degree

 Active IMC Registration (Irish Medical Council) (essential)

Medical Indemnity Insurance. (essential)

Eligibility to Work in Ireland

Minimum 3 years postgraduate experience in Ireland (essential)

Clinical experience, preferably in family medicine, rehabilitation, geriatric care, or disability services. (desired)

Excellent clinical decision-making and communication skills.

Empathetic, patient-focused approach with a commitment to quality care.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively across different care settings.

Some reasons why our team joined us:

Up to €3000 sign on bonus (T&C's apply)

Our comprehensive clinical support structure

Clear career pathways across clinical and leadership roles

Work variety – we provide multiple specialist services and provide training in each

Flexible working – we can cater for Full or Part time contracts and shifts to suit your lifestyle

CPD calendar including both internal and external speakers

CPD bursaries to assist funding external courses

Robust systems to help our team provide the best care for their patients

Discounted Health Insurance

Annual leave that increases with length of service

Me Day – an additional day leave to try something new

Monthly Health & Wellness allowance

If this sounds like an opportunity you’re interested in then take a read through the roles and responsibilities and hit apply below.

We would love to hear from you!