Family Doctor / General Practitioner (GP) – Excellent Opportunity in Carlow
Our client is seeking an experienced, patient-focused General Practitioner to join our growing primary care team on a full-time basis.
This is an exciting opportunity for a GP with extensive experience within the Irish healthcare system to lead the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care across both the practice population and our associated nursing home services. The successful candidate will play a key leadership role in the development and implementation of the practice's Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programme and other HSE-funded and GMS initiatives.
Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the continued growth and strategic development of primary care services within the practice and its wider network.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide comprehensive, evidence-based primary care services to GMS and private patients.
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Deliver ongoing medical care and clinical oversight to residents in partner nursing homes.
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Conduct scheduled nursing home visits and additional visits as clinically required.
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Lead the practice's HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programme, ensuring achievement of programme targets and compliance requirements.
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Support and implement HSE and GMS initiatives, including preventative care and chronic disease pathways.
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Develop and manage patient-centred treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
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Work collaboratively with nursing staff, allied health professionals, administrative teams and external healthcare providers.
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Maintain accurate, timely and compliant clinical documentation.
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Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement and audit activities.
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Support the strategic development and growth of the practice's community-based healthcare services.
Essential Requirements
Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
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Medical degree (MB BCh BAO, MBBS or equivalent).
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Specialist Registration in General Practice with the Irish Medical Council.
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Fully eligible to provide services under the General Medical Services (GMS) Scheme.
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Minimum of five years' post-training experience working within Irish General Practice.
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Demonstrated experience managing GMS patient populations.
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Experience delivering or leading HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programmes.
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Strong understanding of HSE primary care initiatives, GMS contracts and chronic disease pathways.
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Excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
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Full clean driving licence and access to own transport.
Desirable Experience
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Experience in nursing home medicine, elderly care and complex chronic disease management.
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Experience leading service development and quality improvement initiatives.
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Interest in population health management and integrated community care.
What We Offer
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Competitive salary of €114,200 – €135,000 per annum.
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Full Medical Indemnity Insurance cover.
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Annual Irish Medical Council registration fees paid by the organisation.
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Ongoing support for the delivery and development of the HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programme.
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Access to a broad range of clinical, operational and professional supports across the Recovery Healthcare network.
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Dedicated nursing and administrative support.
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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support and career development opportunities.
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Supportive multidisciplinary working environment.
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Travel allowance for nursing home and community visits.
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Opportunity to play a significant leadership role in the continued growth and development of the practice.
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Company pension
If you are a qualified GP seeking a rewarding long-term opportunity with excellent career prospects and practice support, we would love to hear from you.
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Medical degree (MB BCh BAO, MBBS or equivalent).
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Specialist Registration in General Practice with the Irish Medical Council.
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Fully eligible to provide services under the General Medical Services (GMS) Scheme.
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Minimum of five years' post-training experience working within Irish General Practice.
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Demonstrated experience managing GMS patient populations.
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Experience delivering or leading HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programmes.
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Strong understanding of HSE primary care initiatives, GMS contracts and chronic disease pathways.
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Excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
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Full clean driving licence and access to own transport.
