ObsidianHealthcare

Trusted Before We Arrive.

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Premium Staff. Proven Standards.

Trust the Team That Raises the Bar.

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Temporary Healthcare Staffing for Ireland’s Critical and Hard-to-Fill Roles.

We provide cover when it really counts. We place temporary nurses, midwives, AHPs, and pharmacists across all clinical settings — at short notice, when services can’t afford to be understaffed. From urgent shift requests to roles requiring specialist or advanced clinical training, we step in where others can’t. We offer a premium staffing solution built for the most critical, hard-to-fill shifts — the ones that must be covered to protect patients and keep services running.

  • Clients.

    When Others Can’t, We Can.

    We step in when framework and PSL providers can’t deliver. We cover critical gaps, general and specialist roles, across both cities and rural areas. quickly, reliably, and with staff you can trust.

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  • Candidates.

    Work That Works for You.

    You choose when and where you work. We make sure you’re paid fairly, with premium hourly rates and weekly payroll. Our fast digital onboarding gives you a smooth registration process, and once approved you can pick up shifts across Ireland via our portal.

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Our Impact at a Glance.

Delivering Results, Every Time.

We champion the people who protect health—connecting the very best healthcare professionals with the services and settings that need them most. Every moment. Every time.

65+

Clinical Specialisms.

24/7

On-Call Support.

98%

Average Fill Rate.

30

Minutes Fill Time.

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Our Sectors.

Specialists Across Care.

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    HCAs and Social Care Workers.

    Compassionate, skilled staff trained to support everyday and specialist care needs. Experienced in residential, homecare, and community settings.

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    Nursing and Midwifery.

    Expert nurses and midwives, trained for general and specialist units. RGNs, RCNs, RPNs, and more.

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    Allied Health Professionals.

    Skilled and experienced AHPs. Physios, OTs, SLTs, radiographers, and more — ready to integrate.

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    Pharmacy.

    Responsive, accurate, accountable.
    Pharmacists and techs for clinical, dispensary, and ward-based roles.

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Trusted to Deliver.

This Is Obsidian.

Obsidian provides healthcare providers with exceptional staffing solutions, resolving hard-to-fill ad-hoc shifts and long-term placements quickly and reliably.

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    Who We Are.

    A specialist healthcare staffing agency focused on quality, compliance, and highly trained clinical professionals.

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    Why We Exist.

    To provide urgent cover for the most challenging temporary roles across Ireland.

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    What We Deliver.

    A fully vetted, high-skilled workforce built to handle critical shifts, specialist care, and last-minute demands, when others can’t.

Empowering You Every Step of the Way.

Why Healthcare Professionals Choose Obsidian.

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    Weekly Pay. Premium Rates.

    Weekly pay rates that reflect your skills and flexibility.

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    Named Consultant and 24/7 Support.

    You're never just a number. A dedicated consultant supports you — day or night.

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    Opportunities Across Every Care Setting.

    Access opportunities across HSE and Private hospitals, clinics, and other care settings.

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    Total Control Over Your Schedule.

    Pick up shifts that suit your life. Work as often or as little as you like.

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    Onboarding, Simplified.

    Simple systems. Real help. Nothing complicated.

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    Fast, Flexible Shift Booking.

    Secure last-minute or pre-booked shifts in just a few taps via our digital shift portal.

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    Roles That Match Your Skills.

    We value your expertise and connect you with roles that fit your skills and experience.

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    Trusted. Nationwide.

    The agency of choice for Ireland’s top healthcare talent.

Excellence. Every Time.

Standards We Never Compromise On.

In healthcare staffing, there’s no room for shortcuts. Every healthcare professional we place, every shift we fill, meets the highest bar — for safety, skill, and trust. These are the non-negotiables that define Obsidian, and we protect them with the same urgency we bring to every request.

    • Every professional we place is fully vetted, credentialed, and audit-ready.

    • Up-to-date training.

    • Verified ID, Right to Work, and registrations.

    • Garda checks and reference validation.

    • Full compliance packs for audit assurance.

    • When we confirm a shift, we mean it. No excuses, no no-shows, just dependable staffing.

    • 98%+ fill rate.

    • Backup options when needed.

    • Trusted by hospitals, hospices, and community services.

    • We supply only role-matched, trained professionals.

    • Specialist nurses, midwives, AHPs, and pharmacists.

    • Advanced certifications (QIS, NLS, SACT, etc.).

    • Aligned with the job spec and care setting.

    • We move as quickly as your staffing needs demand.

    • Average confirmation time under 30 minutes.

    • 24/7 on-call support.

    • Fast, clear communication from request to placement.

    • You’ll always know where things stand, no overpromising, no surprises.

    • Honest updates if a shift can’t be filled.

    • Accurate candidate profiles.

    • Clear, proactive communication throughout.

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Client and Candidate Portal.

Everything You Need. Always in Sync.

Clarity. Speed. Control.

Manage shifts, updates, and compliance — all in one place. Our secure, mobile-friendly portal gives healthcare providers instant access to staffing and compliance, and professionals a clear view of their shifts, documents, and updates — anytime, anywhere.

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    For Clients.

    Book staff in minutes. Urgent requests, handled instantly. Track compliance and shifts live. Approve, manage, and stay in control—always.

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    For Candidates.

    Register fast. Upload once. Get cleared and matched to shifts instantly. Your onboarding, pay, and schedule—right where you need them.

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    For Jobs.

    Find your next opportunity. Browse available shifts or longer-term placements, apply in seconds, and manage everything in one place. Stay connected, stay informed, and take the next step in your career.

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Refer a Friend.

Earn up to €500.

*Reward paid in full once initial shift threshold is met. T&Cs apply.

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Join Obsidian.

Be Part of Something Better.

Great care starts with great people. See if you’re a match for Ireland’s premium healthcare staffing agency — in just 60 seconds.

  • Step 01. See If You’re Eligible.

    Tell us what you’re trained in and find out if you can work for us.

  • Step 02. Initial Vetting.

    Our team will review your experience, specialisation, and right to work. If you're a match, we’ll send you a secure link to begin onboarding.

  • Step 03. Onboard Digitally.

    Submit your details, upload your documents, and verify compliance — all in one seamless, secure portal.

  • Step 04. Ready to Work.

    Once approved, set your availability and start accepting shifts — on your terms.

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Urgent Healthcare Staffing.
Trusted Professionals. Premium Pay.

Fast Cover for Healthcare Providers. Premium Shifts for Healthcare Professionals.

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Flexible, Tailored Solutions. Covering every shift and every requirement, with care and precision to support both healthcare providers and professionals.

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Same-Day and Short-Notice.
Reliable cover when you need it most.

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HSE-Compliant Professionals.
Fully vetted, trained, and ready to work.

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24/7 Nationwide Support.
Always on call, across Ireland.

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Trusted by hospitals, clinics, and care providers nationwide.