General Practitioner (GP) role in Carlow

Woodston Personnel Ltd; Carlow; On-site; EUR 114,200 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full Medical Indemnity Insurance

Annual registration fees paid

Dedicated nursing support

Company pension

Sick pay

Job summary

Woodston Personnel Ltd is looking for an experienced Family Doctor / General Practitioner to join a growing primary care team in Carlow on a full-time basis. This role offers an exciting opportunity for a GP to lead high-quality patient-centered care and Chronic Disease Management initiatives.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, managing a diverse patient population while contributing to the development of community-based healthcare services. Competitive salary and supportive work environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years' experience in Irish General Practice.
• Experience managing GMS patient populations.
• Full clean driving licence with access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care services to patients.
• Deliver medical care to nursing home residents.
• Lead HSE Chronic Disease Management Programme.
• Work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Medical degree (MB BCh BAO, MBBS or equivalent)

Specialist Registration in General Practice

Job description

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

• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based primary care services to GMS and private patients.
• Deliver ongoing medical care and clinical oversight to residents in partner nursing homes.
• Conduct scheduled nursing home visits and additional visits as clinically required.
• Lead the practice's HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programme, ensuring achievement of programme targets and compliance requirements.
• Support and implement HSE and GMS initiatives, including preventative care and chronic disease pathways.
• Develop and manage patient‑centred treatment plans for acute and chronic conditions.
• Work collaboratively with nursing staff, allied health professionals, administrative teams and external healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate, timely and compliant clinical documentation.
• Participate in clinical governance, quality improvement and audit activities.
• Support the strategic development and growth of the practice's community‑based healthcare services.

Essential Requirements

• Medical degree (MB BCh BAO, MBBS or equivalent).
• Specialist Registration in General Practice with the Irish Medical Council.
• Fully eligible to provide services under the General Medical Services (GMS) Scheme.
• Minimum of five years' post‑training experience working within Irish General Practice.
• Demonstrated experience managing GMS patient populations.
• Experience delivering or leading HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) programmes.
• Strong understanding of HSE primary care initiatives, GMS contracts and chronic disease pathways.
• Excellent clinical, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Full clean driving licence and access to own transport.

Desirable Experience

• Experience in nursing home medicine, elderly care and complex chronic disease management.
• Experience leading service development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Interest in population health management and integrated community care.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of €114,200 – €135,000 per annum.
• Full Medical Indemnity Insurance cover.
• Annual Irish Medical Council registration fees paid by the organisation.
• Ongoing support for the delivery and development of the HSE Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Programme.
• Access to a broad range of clinical, operational and professional supports across the Recovery Healthcare network.
• Dedicated nursing and administrative support.
• Continuing Professional Development (CPD) support and career development opportunities.
• Supportive multidisciplinary working environment.
• Travel allowance for nursing home and community visits.
• Opportunity to play a significant leadership role in the continued growth and development of the practice.
• Company pension.
• On‑site parking.
• Sick pay.

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.