Occupational Therapist

We are now recruiting for an Occupational Therapist based in the Cork region.

The successful candidate will have the following key responsibilities in the Care of the Elderly setting – 

• Assess the case history of patients
• Devise and carry out appropriate assessments (e.g. seating, feeding, pressure relief, meaningful activities of daily living etc) which may include advising on the use of medical aids, applying splints, etc.
• Source medical equipment solutions as appropriate and document all recommendations
• Assist individuals in becoming independent following physical and mental-health problems
• Work with other health professionals such as nurses, speech therapists, physiotherapists, activity coordinators etc
• Liaise with patients’ families and other relevant agencies 

The person should possess the following:

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good practical skills
• Ability to work in a team
• An inquiring and creative mind
• Problem –solving approach 

Prerequisites:

• Experience in providing OT to the elderly population
• Degree qualified
• Membership of the AOTI
• 1 years experience working as an OT in the public or private sector