Registrar in Orthopaedic Surgery & Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip

About the role

Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) is seeking a Registrar to join its Orthopaedic Surgery and Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip (DDH) clinics. The position starts as soon as possible and offers the chance to work in Ireland’s leading specialist children’s hospital, rotating through multiple paediatric specialties.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver orthopaedic surgical care and manage patients within the DDH clinics.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across paediatric specialties.
• Participate in on‑call duties and paediatric orthopaedic trauma cases.

Required profile

• Minimum of 1 year orthopaedic experience.
• At least 6 months paediatric experience or experience treating paediatric orthopaedic trauma patients.
• MRCS or an equivalent orthopaedic qualification.
• Registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC).

Required skills

• Orthopaedic surgery.
• Paediatric orthopaedic trauma management.
• Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip assessment and treatment.

What we offer

• 6‑ and 12‑month contract rotations across multiple specialties.
• Supportive training environment with access to senior consultants and sub‑specialty services.
• Competitive salary range €68,891 – €81,126 per annum.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children’s health across Ireland.