Resident Surgical Officer

As part of Ireland’s largest private hospital group, Bon Secours Health System operates across the country, with over 4,000 staff members and a commitment to delivering compassionate, world-class healthcare. This new hospital in Limerick forms a key part of our ongoing investment in healthcare infrastructure, supporting our mission to provide advanced medicine and exceptional care to our patients. The hospital offers a wide range of specialist services, from cardiology to ophthalmology, and will play a pivotal role in enhancing healthcare provision in the Mid-West.

We are still recruiting exceptional people to join our team as we continue to expand our services at our new state-of-the-art hospital.

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Exciting Career Opportunity!

Registered Surgical Officer

Full-time (39 hours per week) | Permanent |

Candidate Criteria:

Qualifications

• General Registration in the Register of Medical Practitioners maintained by the Irish Medical Council

• Current BLS & ACLS training certificate

• Eligible to work in Ireland

• Relevant examinations/qualifications in surgery are desirable but not essential.

Experience

• Possess relevant clinical experience in the field of Surgery at Senior Registrar level

• A minimum of 5 + years relevant experience in the field of General Surgery within an acute adult general surgical hospital setting

• Possess sufficient clinical knowledge to perform the job at a satisfactory level of competence

• Have an awareness of Health, Safety and Risk Management

The Purpose of This Role:

To undertake an important role in the delivery of elective surgical care and liaise with the consultant and hospital staff, including nursing staff and other health professionals in providing quality patient care. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Assess patients admitted to the general surgery service at the hospital, particularly those requiring operative management prior to surgery, ensuring that adequate documentation of the physical examination has been undertaken and that appropriate investigations have been performed

• Ensure that the instruments in the operating theatre for general surgical cases are adequately maintained and that the equipment is functional and readily available in conjunction with the CNM2 Theatres.

• Perform outpatient clinics as required under the supervision of the Consultant.

• Supervise management of acute patients in association with Consultant, RMO’s and Nursing Management

If you are a motivated and enthusiastic Registered Surgical Officer with a passion for excellence, we want to hear from you!

To Apply: Via workday by the 25th of September 2026

Panel: A panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled.

Informal Inquiries: Ms Janice Lyons, [email protected]

Bon Secours Health System is an equal opportunities employer. Our values of Human Dignity, Compassion, Stewardship, Service and Integrity guide everything we do. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace where all employees have the opportunity to thrive. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, abilities and perspectives, and provide reasonable accommodations throughout the recruitment process. If you require any assistance, please let us know.