Central Referrals Manager -

Purpose of the role

The post holder will support Scheduled Care initiatives across CHI aimed at improving access to clinical services for patients on waiting lists. The post holder's activities will contribute to work towards the reduction of wait time for CHI patients and their families in out-patients, in-patients, day cases and GI Scopes. This will include the administration of Central Referrals, Scheduled Care and will require the candidate to be flexible in terms of work location.

Essential Criteria

• Achieved QQI level 6 or any equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of three years of relevant experience in a healthcare setting, with at least one of these in a supervisory role.
• At least 2 years' experience of managing OPD waiting lists.
• A knowledge of process mapping with a focus on lean processes and identification of gaps for improvement
• Previous experience of ICT Administrative Systems.
• Excellent IT skills and knowledge. Be a proficient user of MS Office (Word, Excel) and Hospital ICT systems.
• Previous supervisory experience of a large team

Closing date: The closing date for submissions of CVs and cover letter is 14 September 2026 by 5 pm.

CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date.

Commencement Dates

• 2nd November 2026
• 7th December 2026
• 4th January 2027