Occupational Therapist

We are currently looking for an Occupational therapist, either staff grade or senior, to come join our clients team based in a Hospital clinical setting in Limerick.

Job Specification: Occupational Therapist

• Location: Limerick, Ireland
• Reports to: Occupational Therapy Manager
• Contract Type: Fixed term
• Hours: Full-time. 35 hours per week
• Grade: Staff Grade OR Senior Grade

Job Purpose

To provide a high standard of occupational therapy assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation services to patients within the hospital, promoting optimal independence, function, and quality of life in line with HSE and CORU professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for patients referred from medical, surgical, orthopaedic, and rehabilitation wards.
• Formulate, implement, and evaluate individualised treatment plans to promote independence in self-care, productivity, and leisure.
• Provide interventions including functional retraining, adaptive techniques, splinting, cognitive rehabilitation, and equipment prescription.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams including physiotherapy, nursing, medical, and social work staff to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Conduct home visits or discharge planning assessments as appropriate to ensure safe community reintegration.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with professional and legal requirements.
• Participate in case conferences, ward rounds, and family meetings.

Professional / Administrative Responsibilities

• Adhere to the Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics of CORU.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives within the Occupational Therapy Department.
• Supervise and support Occupational Therapy Assistants and students on clinical placement.
• Maintain accurate statistics and contribute to departmental reports.
• Participate in continuing professional development (CPD) and maintain an up-to-date CPD portfolio.

Health & Safety

• Comply with all hospital health and safety regulations.
• Identify and report potential hazards or risks in the work environment.
• Participate in infection prevention and control procedures.
• Qualifications and Experience

Essential Requirements

• Hold a recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy approved by CORU.
• Be registered, or eligible for registration, with CORU – the Occupational Therapists Registration Board.
• Possess excellent communication, assessment, and clinical reasoning skills.
• Demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

Core Competencies

• Clinical Expertise: Demonstrates evidence-based decision-making and problem-solving.
• Communication: Communicates effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
• Teamwork: Collaborates constructively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Planning & Organisation: Manages workload efficiently and prioritises patient needs.
• Professionalism: Upholds ethical and professional standards in all practice.

Salary Scale

As per current HSE salary scale for Occupational Therapists (Staff Grade / Senior Grade):

• Staff Grade: €40,325 – €58,483 per annum (as of 2025 HSE rates)
• Senior Grade: €61,522 – €71,529 per annum

Additional Information

• Garda Vetting may apply.
• Candidates may be required to work weekends or participate in on-call rotas depending on departmental needs.
• Opportunities for career progression, CPD funding, and interdisciplinary training are available.

For further information please email CV to Paul McCarthy at email address paul.mccarthy@elitetalenthub.ie or apply simply by clicking the link above.

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