Applications are now invited for the following position:
Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist with a special interest in Young Aduts, SPMHS
(Full-Time, Specified Purpose contract)
The successful applicants must:-
Have full registration with the Medical Council’s General Register of Medical Practitioners and are a member, or are eligible to be a member, of the Medical Council’s Specialist Register in Psychiatry
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Possess the MRCPsych, MCPsychI, or an equivalent qualification
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Have at least seven years satisfactory experience (after primary medical qualification) in the practice of the medical profession, of which not less than five have been devoted to psychiatry
For further information and/or informal enquiries, please contact: Professor Paul Fearon, Medical Director, SPMHS on Tel: 01 2493345 or email:
[email protected] (expressions of interest must not be made to this email address).
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A letter of application and Curriculum Vitae should be uploaded as one document by Friday 28th August 2026.
St Patrick's Mental Health Services is an equal opportunities employer
Please note that while we seldom work with recruitment agencies, on the rare occasions we specify that we will accept CVs from recruitment agencies, it is only from those who engage in ethical practice. We do not expect recruitment agencies to charge candidates for placements, and do not condone this behaviour as it is not accepted practice.
Job Description
About the organisation
St Patrick's Mental Health Services (SPMHS) is Ireland's largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service. We are dedicated to providing the highest quality mental healthcare, to promoting mental health awareness, and to advocating for the rights of those experiencing mental health difficulties.
We employ over 700 staff across our services. We hold our staff in high esteem and regard them as our most important asset, enabling us to fulfil our mission. We strive to create and maintain a forward-looking environment where our staff can be innovative and experience satisfaction in their work. We are committed to ensuring the ongoing development of our staff.
SPMHS core values
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Human Rights – supporting dignity, choice and voice
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Quality Care – excellence in service delivery and collaboration
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Innovation – encouraging improvement and new ideas
The role
Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist with a special interest in Young Adults
1.0WTE Full Time, Specified Purpose Contract (3 months duration)
St Patrick’s Mental Health Services is seeking a Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist with a special interest in Young Adults (18-25 years old) to provide specialist service to patients of St Patrick’s Mental Health Services as directed by the Medical Director.
The standard working week applying to the post is 39 hours per week.
The benefits
By joining us, you become part of Ireland’s largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service provider, bringing lots of opportunities for your career. We offer you many employee benefits, including:
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A competitive salary range
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31 days annual leave
- Pension scheme
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Ongoing training
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Paid study leave and funding for further education
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Support for career advancement and professional development
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Subsidised canteen and onsite gym
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Central locations
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Bike to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket schemes
Location
St Patrick’s Hospital, James’s Street, Dublin 8, incorporating St Patricks Hospital Lucan and all SPMHS Dean Clinics.
Responsibilities-
To treat inpatients, day care and outpatients
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To lead and continue to develop the Young Adult service
- To work within a multi-disciplinary team environment
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To engage in the teaching of undergraduates and postgraduates
This job description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties. The person appointed may be required to perform other duties as appropriate which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the position.
Panels may be formed from which future positions may be filled.
Person specification
Qualifications and/or experience
Candidates must have:
- Have full registration with the Medical Council’s General Register of Medical Practitioners and are a member, or are eligible to be a member, of the Medical Council’s Specialist Register in Psychiatry
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Possess the M.R.C.Psych., MCPsychI, or an equivalent qualification
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Have at least seven years’ satisfactory experience (after primary medical qualification) in the practice of the medical profession, of which not less than five have been devoted to psychiatry
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Experience in teaching undergraduates and postgraduates
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Experience in research
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Experience in working in an MDT environment
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Experience and appreciation of working within a quality assurance environment
Professional knowledge, competencies, and skills
Skills, competencies and/or knowledge
- Excellent communication/interpersonal skills
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Self-motivation and the ability to motivate others
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Ability to work as part of a team
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Ability to build collaborative relationships at all levels both within the organisation and with third parties
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Negotiation skills
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Change management
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Innovation
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Assertiveness
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Programme development
Terms and Conditions
Tenure: 1.0 WTE Full Time, Specified Purpose Contract, pensionable as below.
Working Week: The standard hours applying to this position is 39 hours per week.
Salary: The salary for the position is based on the Consultant Psychiatrist pay scale and is commensurate with experience.
Pension: All pensionable staff become members of the pension scheme upon commencement of employment. The scheme is a defined contribution scheme with a deduction from the salary of the employee of 4%. In respect of an internal appointment being made the individuals existing pension arrangements will continue.
Probation: The appointee will be appointed in a probationary capacity for the first six months during which time the job holder’s performance will be subject to ongoing review.
Any extension to or suspension of the period of probation will be in line with the European Union (Transparent and Predictable Working Conditions) 2022.
Health: The appointee must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the position and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.
Character: The appointee must be of good character.
Retirement Age: Normal retirement age for employees is 66 years which at present is also normal pension age.
