HealthcareDirect are currently looking to employ a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join our team. This is a mixed role where you will be working with a multi-disciplinary team in a community hospital part of the week with the remainder of the work in private nursing home settings including Reablement services. You will be based in Dublin and the surrounding areas. You will work in a fully supported environment lead by our Occupational Therapy Clinical Manager and be given the opportunity to work autonomously in the private healthcare sector. Salary is commensurate with experience. If you feel that you are the right person for the role we would love to hear from you.
The successful candidate will have the following key responsibilities:
Deliver a comprehensive Occupational Therapy service to Adults and Older Adults consisting of physical, sensory and cognitive assessment and intervention
Devise and carry out appropriate assessments e.g. seating, hoist & slings, functional and meaningful activities of daily living
Assist individuals in becoming independent following physical, social, emotional and mental-health difficulties
Work with other Healthcare Professionals such as Nurses, Social Worker, Speech &Language Therapists, Physiotherapists etc
Liaise with patients’ families and other relevant agencies
Active engagement in Continuing Professional Development (CPD) e.g. Staff Training Days
Participate in the service Annual Performance Review System
Characteristics we value:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Good practical skills
Ability to work in a team
Problem –solving approach
Prerequisites:
Experience in providing Occupational Therapy intervention to the adult population
Experience in rehabilitation is a bonus
Degree qualified
CORU registration
Membership of the AOTI
Full driver’s license and access to a car
