Pay rates
One of the highest-paying agencies for healthcare professionals
The healthcare profession demands exceptional skill and commitment. In recognition of this, we take pride in providing nursing agency pay rates that truly reflect the value of our healthcare professionals' work.
The work we offer you
Obsidian Healthcare offers a wide range of Temporary Staffing placements for Healthcare Professionals across Ireland.
Our opportunities include both short and longer-term assignments in the HSE and Private Hospitals, covering various specialties such as nursing, allied health, and medical professionals, as well as health care assistants. Join our expert team today and make a difference in healthcare delivery while advancing your career.
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Working for Obsidian Healthcare
How much do we pay our healthcare professionals?
Pay rates are typically calculated on an hourly basis; however, our pay rates are contingent upon various factors, including:
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The pay rates for healthcare professionals in Ireland vary by location. Pay rates reflect the regional disparities in compensation within the healthcare industry across different Irish cities.
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For instance, an HCA will have different hourly pay than that of a Doctor or ICU nurse.
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Senior positions will typically earn more than those who are in relatively new positions.
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Healthcare Professional's pay rates may differ based on the client; typically, working within an HSE setting offers different pay rate compared to a private environment like a private hospital or care home.
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The hourly pay rate for Healthcare Professionals can differ greatly depending on the assigned work hours. For instance, a standard Monday to Friday shift from 7:30 to 19:30 typically pays less than shifts covering nights, weekends or bank holidays.
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We also offer a wide range of other benefits, including:
High pay rates and shift bonuses
Regular and reliable pay
Professional registration fees paid
Professional development and support
24/7 call centre support
Free uniform item when you join
Incentive programs for loyal candidates
And much more
Reliable & regular pay
Our Healthcare Professionals receive their payments weekly through PAYE. We do not engage with umbrella companies, nor do we allow our nurses to be employed through a limited company structure or umbrella arrangement. Read more about getting paid.
FAQs
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Indeed, working as an agency nurse during a bank or public holiday results in higher hourly pay. For the specific rates, please speak with one of our dedicated consultants.Do I get paid more for working on a bank holiday?
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At Obsidian Healthcare, you receive weekly payments provided your timesheet is submitted promptly. Our team is committed to processing payments with diligence to guarantee their timely disbursement. Additionally, we do not impose any administrative fees, allowing you to retain the maximum amount of your earnings.
Should you have inquiries regarding your pay, please reach out to our payroll department.
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As a PAYE worker, your tax and Pay Related Social Insurance (PRSI) and Universal Social Charge (USC) contributions are deducted from your pay rate, meaning that you don’t have to worry about ensuring that these payments are made – you simply receive a payslip as normal.
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As an agency healthcare professional, you’re still entitled to holiday pay.
Statutory holiday entitlement provides 5.6 weeks of paid holiday (including bank holidays) in a 52-week working year (pro-rata). Obsidian Healthcare adds holiday pay to the basic hourly rate for all agency workers, currently equating to an additional 11.19% pay for each hour worked.
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Occasionally, pay rates may vary for certain clients, and mileage may not be compensated for some locations. It is your responsibility to be aware of the pay and mileage rates before accepting a shift.
Obsidian Healthcare does not apply additional administrative fees.
Holiday pay is included in your hourly rate and paid to you on a weekly basis. Obsidian Healthcare urges all staff to take their agency paid holiday entitlement in full.
By accepting these terms, you agree that any such sums paid to you as holiday pay in addition to your hourly rate may be set off against any entitlement to receive statutory holiday pay during periods of annual leave.
Should there be any alterations in your duties or ward allocation during your placement, it is imperative to notify your dedicated consultant at once, as such changes may impact your pay. Adjustments made retrospectively may not be feasible.
When care is provided in a patient's own home, breaks will not be deducted if you are the sole worker present. For all other situations, standard breaks will be deducted. If taking a break is not feasible, please note this on your timesheet and have the signatory initial it.
Obsidian Healthcare strongly recommends that all agency workers secure professional indemnity insurance through personal membership in a recognised professional body or trade union.
Tax, PRSI and USC are deducted from the pay rates.
The information recorded on your timesheet should correspond with the shift details in our system. Workers will not receive payment for additional hours or a change in grade without prior authorisation from a client before the end of the shift.
Join in 3 Steps
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Step 1: See if you’re eligible
Discover if you are eligible to join our team and contribute your skills and expertise to our organisation. Go to the eligibility checker.
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Step 2: Apply
Please take a few moments to provide us with your personal information, including your skills, qualifications, and work experience. This process typically requires around 10 to 15 minutes of your time to complete.
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Step 3: Register
To proceed with your application, you will need to kindly participate in a brief video interview and submit necessary documents promptly. The timelier you furnish your documents, the quicker you can commence your assignments.