Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist

Job DescriptionApplications 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 Councils General Register of Medical Practitioners and are a member, or are eligible to be a member, of the Medical Councils Specialist Register in Psychiatry Possess the MRCPsych, MCPsychI, or an equivalent qualification 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: or email: (expressions of interest must not be made to this email address). Please note that if you are viewing this advert via Irishjobs, the contact details for informal enquires above are not visible as irishjobs do not allow telephone numbers or emails to be present in adverts. However, these details are visible in the advert on the St Patricks website in the career vacancies section.

A letter of application and Curriculum Vitae should be uploaded as one document byFriday 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 Human Rights supporting dignity, choice and voice Quality Care excellence in service delivery and collaboration 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 Patricks 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 Patricks 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 Irelands largest independent, not-for-profit mental health service provider, bringing lots of opportunities for your career.

We offer you many employee benefits, including: A competitive salary range 31 days annual leave Pension scheme Ongoing training Paid study leave and funding for further education Support for career advancement and professional development Subsidised canteen and onsite gym Central locations Bike to Work and TaxSaver Commuter Ticket schemes Location St Patricks Hospital, Jamess Street, Dublin 8, incorporating St Patricks Hospital Lucan and all SPMHS Dean Clinics. Responsibilities To treat inpatients, day care and outpatients To lead and continue to develop the Young Adult service To work within a multi-disciplinary team environment 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 Councils General Register of Medical Practitioners and are a member, or are eligible to be a member, of the Medical Councils Specialist Register in Psychiatry Possess the M.R. MCPsychI, or an equivalent qualification 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 Experience in teaching undergraduates and postgraduates Experience in research Experience in working in an MDT environment Experience and appreciation of working within a quality assurance environment Professional knowledge, competencies, and skills Skills, competencies and/or knowledge Excellent communication/interpersonal skills Self-motivation and the ability to motivate others Ability to work as part of a team Ability to build collaborative relationships at all levels both within the organisation and with third parties Negotiation skills Change management Innovation Assertiveness 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 holders 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. Skills: Consultant Psychiatrist Mental Health Hospital TPBN1_IJ