Locum NCHD (SHO & Registrar) Doctor Jobs in Ireland.

Looking for locum SHO or Registrar roles in Ireland? At Global Medics, we specialise in placing NCHDs (Non-Consultant Hospital Doctors) in flexible, high-quality locum positions across Ireland’s healthcare system. Whether you're just starting out or building experience toward specialist training, we offer locum opportunities in both HSE and private hospitals nationwide.

With lucrative rates, streamlined onboarding, and ongoing support, we make it easy for doctors to find rewarding locum work that fits their lifestyle and career goals.

 

 

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Why Choose Global Medics to take the next step in your career as a doctor?

At Global Medics, we help NCHDs (SHOs and Registrars) secure locum roles across Ireland’s healthcare system. Whether you're early in your career or progressing toward specialist training, we offer structured, long-term opportunities in both HSE and private hospitals. A locum role is the ideal way for you to sample various specialties, settings and locations without the long-term commitment of a full-time role.

Why Choose Global Medics?

  • First access to locum SHO and Registrar roles across Ireland
  • Full Registration and complicance support
  • Personalised job matching and career planning

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Opportunities Across Ireland’s Healthcare System

We have  a huge selection of locum roles in both the Health Service Executive (HSE) and private healthcare providers, including:

  • Acute hospitals and teaching facilities
  • Primary care and community health services
  • Mental health and specialist clinics
  • Urban, regional, and rural locations

We’ll help you find a role that fits with your clinical expertise and long-term career goals.

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Can I Work as a Locum NCHD in Ireland?

To work as a locum doctor in Ireland, including in NCHD (SHO/ Registrar) roles, you must hold the correct immigration permission. Only doctors with a Stamp 4 or Stamp 1G visa are eligible to work as locums.

What Are Stamp 4 and Stamp 1G Visas?

  • Stamp 4 allows you to live and work in Ireland without needing an employment permit, giving you the freedom to work with any employer or take up locum roles.
  • Stamp 1G is typically granted to those who have completed studies or are transitioning from a Critical Skills Employment Permit, and may also allow locum work depending on individual circumstances.

Doctors who begin their career in Ireland on a Critical Skills Employment Permit or General Employment Permit may become eligible for Stamp 4 after two years of continuous employment in eligible posts (e.g. SHO, Registrar, Consultant).

Once you obtain a Stamp 4 or Stamp 1G:

  • Global Medics can help you access flexible locum opportunities across hospitals nationwide.
  • You’ll benefit from greater career freedom and a wider range of roles—both temporary and permanent.

Discover if you are able to work as a locum doctor in Ireland - by taking a look at the latest information on the Irish Immigration Service website below.

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Why Choose Global Medics?

As a doctor looking to take your career to Ireland there are many reasons to choose Global Medics as your healthcare recruitment agency - here are just a few!

20+ Years of Experience Placing Doctors in Ireland

With over two decades of expertise in healthcare recruitment, Global Medics has built a strong reputation for successfully placing doctors across Ireland. Our long-standing relationships with HSE hospitals and private healthcare providers ensure that you gain access to the most trusted and rewarding career opportunities available.

Access to HSE and Private Healthcare Sector Opportunities

We partner with both the Health Service Executive (HSE) and leading private healthcare providers to offer a wide range of doctor jobs across Ireland. Whether you're seeking roles in public hospitals, private clinics, or specialist care centres, we provide access to exclusive opportunities tailored to your clinical expertise and career goals.

Tailored Career matching

Our consultants work closely with you to understand your goals and match you with roles that support your career development.

Relocation and Registration support

From paperwork to settling in, we guide you through every step of the relocation and registration process.

Opportunities in Both Urban and Rural Locations

From world-class teaching hospitals in Dublin to community clinics in the scenic countryside, we offer locum roles in a wide variety of healthcare settings. This allows you to choose a location that fits your lifestyle—whether you prefer the pace of city life or the tranquillity of rural Ireland.

Opportunities for Doctors Across All Specialties and Grades

We offer a wide range of specialties, including general practice, psychiatry, emergency medicine, anaesthetics, and more.

Long-Term Career Planning

We don’t just place you—we help you grow. We offer advice on CPD, career progression, and permanent residency pathways.