For employers in Ireland
GP recruitment for practices in Ireland.
Keep appointments available and build the services your patients need. Discuss the GP role, the sessions you need covered and what would make the right doctor stay.
Keep your patient list and private services moving
An unfilled GP role can leave appointments unavailable and put more sessions onto existing partners. Set out whether you need a salaried GP, a longer-term associate or a doctor for a defined private service. A clear account of the working day helps candidates assess the practice.
For an Irish practice, explain the balance of private and GMS patients, consultation sessions, administration, nursing support and any out-of-hours commitment. If the opportunity involves a GMS contract or succession, distinguish that from employment within the practice.
Reach GPs who are considering their next move
A vacancy advert only reaches doctors who see it and choose to apply. Medica’s candidate-led approach starts with conversations about clinical interests, location, sessions and timing. Your practice is introduced when those preferences match the role, with the doctor’s agreement before their details are shared.
Agree a realistic route to starting
Confirm Irish Medical Council registration and the division appropriate to the appointment. Specialist recognition in General Practice and any GMS contractual eligibility must be checked for the proposed role. UK registration alone does not establish Irish registration or a right to work in Ireland.
Frequently asked questions
Can you help when advertising has not found a suitable GP?
Yes. We can discuss the requirement with doctors whose preferences and timing may fit, including those considering a move without applying to your advert. Availability depends on the role and market; introductions are not guaranteed.
What should we include in our recruitment brief?
Share the location, sessions, remuneration or partnership terms, patient mix, clinical support, essential experience and target start date. Tell us which elements are flexible.
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What does your practice need?
Share the role, location, working pattern and timing. We will discuss the search and the next practical step.