Non-consultant hospital doctor

A Non-Consultant Hospital Doctor (NCHD), commonly known as a junior doctor, is a term used in Ireland to describe qualified medical practitioners who work under the (direct or nominal) supervision of a consultant in a specific medical speciality. NCHDs play a critical role in the delivery of healthcare services within the Irish hospital system.

Roles and Responsibilities

The clinical duties and responsibilities of NCHDs are varied but primarily focus on the provision of medical care to patients. Their work includes:

• Diagnosis and treatment of medical conditions.
• Performing therapeutic and diagnostic tests.
• Collaborating and interacting with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, pharmacists, and allied health staff.

A clinical team is typically composed of:

• One or more consultants who provide overall supervision and direction.
• A cohort of NCHDs who carry out day-to-day clinical tasks.

This structure forms the foundation of medical service delivery in the Irish hospital system.

Training and Non-Training Roles

NCHDs may hold positions within:

• Training programmes: These roles are part of structured postgraduate medical education leading to specialist registration in a chosen field.
• Non-training roles: These positions involve clinical work without formal participation in a training programme. NCHDs in these roles may seek experience or fulfill service needs.

See Also

• Consultant (medicine)
• Junior doctor
• Healthcare in Ireland
• Postgraduate medical training

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