Description:
The General Manager, Services Department, holds direct governance responsibility for the full scope of the Services Department. The postholder participates in key organisational committees and acts as Line Manager for the Managers of core non-clinical shared services, including Portering, Catering, Housekeeping, Security, Switchboard, and Medical Records, as well as for all staff within the Services Department.
Key Highlights
• Home to Ireland’s busiest Emergency Department, managing one of the largest volumes of emergency presentations nationwide.
• Employs more than 5,000 healthcare professionals, positioning it as one of the region’s largest employers.
• Hosts the highest number of clinical trials and education placements in Ireland through its strategic partnership with University College Cork (UCC).
• Recognised as an OECI-accredited cancer centre, delivering advanced oncology services and supporting extensive research activity.
• A national leader in complex care, treating the highest volume of stroke, hip fracture, and paediatric trauma cases in the country.
Future Developments (2025–2031)
Cork University Hospital is undergoing a significant phase of expansion, with major developments planned to strengthen its position as a national centre of excellence. Key projects include:
• A state-of-the-art Elective Surgical Centre
• A new Academic Medical School Building
• Dedicated Paediatric and Oncology Centres
These initiatives form part of a long-term strategic programme aimed at enhancing CUH’s capacity for world-class clinical care, education, and research.