Locum Consultant Psychiatrist – Child & Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS)

Location: Ireland
Contract: Locum (Full-time / Part-time options available)
Salary: Highly competitive, in line with HSE consultant rates

The Role

We are currently seeking an experienced and motivated Locum Consultant Psychiatrist in Child and Adolescent Mental Health to join a well-established multidisciplinary team at a leading hospital in Ireland. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive service delivering high-quality, patient-centred care to children and young people.

Key Responsibilities

Provide consultant-level psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and treatment for children and adolescents

Lead and contribute to a multidisciplinary CAMHS team

Participate in care planning, risk assessment, and clinical governance

Provide clinical leadership and supervision to junior medical staff

Engage with families, carers, and external agencies as appropriate

Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with HSE and hospital policies

Requirements

Specialist registration (or eligibility for specialist registration) with the Irish Medical Council (IMC) in Psychiatry (Child & Adolescent Division)

Extensive experience at consultant level in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills

Eligibility to work in Ireland

What’s on Offer

Attractive locum consultant rates

Flexible contract duration

Opportunity to work in a highly regarded Irish CAMHS service

Support with IMC registration and relocation (if required)

Access to a collaborative and well-resourced multidisciplinary team

How to Apply

If you are a Consultant Psychiatrist (Child & Adolescent) looking for a rewarding locum opportunity in Ireland, we would be delighted to hear from you.