Consultant Palliatve, Kildare

Consultant in Palliative Medicine HSE | Naas General Hospital&St. Brigid’s Hospice, Kildare

Temporary Contract (to approx. August 2026) | 0.5– 1.0 WTE

Role Overview We are seeking a Consultant in Palliative Medicine to join an established specialist service delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across Naas General Hospital and St. Brigid’s Hospice, Kildare, supported by Our Lady’s Hospice&Care Services (OLH&CS).

This is a Public Only Consultant Contract (POCC) role offering flexible working hours and the opportunity to work within a well-developed, multidisciplinary palliative care service covering inpatient, outpatient, and community settings.

Key Responsibilities Clinical Duties

Provide a consultant liaison palliative care service in Naas General Hospital

Deliver direct clinical care to patients in St. Brigid’s Hospice inpatient unit and community services

Assess, diagnose, and manage patients with complex palliative care needs

Ensure care is evidence-based, safe, and patient-centred

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care across settings

Leadership&Service Development

Contribute to the strategic and operational development of palliative care services

Ensure alignment with national frameworks such as:

National Adult Palliative Care Policy (2024)

Cancer Strategy 2017‑2026

Model of Care for Adult Palliative Care Services

Support service planning, quality improvement initiatives, and clinical governance

Supervision&Teaching

Supervise and support

NCHDs and multidisciplinary team members

Participate in

education, training, and mentorship

Contribute to

research, audit, and continuous professional development

On-Call&Service Commitments

Participate in a regional on-call rota across the palliative care network

Provide cross‑cover where required and ensure service continuity

Essential Requirements

IMC Specialist Registration

in Palliative Medicine (or eligibility within 30 days)

Significant experience at

Consultant level

or equivalent

Strong clinical, leadership, and communication skills

Commitment to high-quality palliative and end‑of‑life care

Working Environment

St. Brigid’s Hospice : 13‑bed specialist inpatient unit with active community team

Naas General Hospital : 243‑bed acute hospital with a busy Emergency Department

Support from

Our Lady’s Hospice&Care Services , a national leader in palliative care

Additional Information

Participation in

clinical audit, governance, and service improvement

is expected

Garda Vetting and pre‑employment health screening required

Full driving licence and access to a car required

Application Information To apply or find out more:

Please send your CV to

All applications and enquiries are treated in strict confidence

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