Work in Ireland

The Irish Medical Council

The Irish Medical Council (IMC) registers doctors to practise medicine in Ireland.
 

The Role of the IMC

Established by the Medical Practitioners Act 1978 (updated in 2007), the principal functions of the Medical Council include;

• Establish and maintain the register of medical practitioners.
• Approve and review programmes of education and training necessary for the purposes of   registration and continued registration
• Specify and review the standards required for the purpose of the maintenance of professional competence of registered medical practitioners
• Specify standards of practice for registered medical practitioners including providing guidance on all matters related to professional conduct and ethics
• Disciplinary procedures

Immigration & Visas

Only certain categories of doctor will require employment permits. Please contact one of our Recruitment Consultants to enquire if this will apply to you.

Certain doctors will also be required to be in possession of a valid Irish Visa when landing in the state. Contact one of our Recruitment Consultants to enquire if this will apply to you.