Senior Occupational Therapist (acute)
Excel Recruitment View all jobs
- Dublin
- €64,551-76,007 per year
- Contract
- Full-time
Location: West Dublin
Contract:, Fulltime, 35 hours per week, 6-12 month contract (with potential extension)Salary: HSE salary scale, aligned with experienceExcel Recruitment are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic, Occupational Therapy team in a leading acute hospital in West Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy, fast-paced environment where you will make a real difference every day.We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join a busy Occupational Therapy department in a hospital located 6 miles from Dublin city centre.This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive team, gaining experience across a wide range of areas including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and the Medical Assessment Unit.As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide expert assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for patients across a variety of acute settings.As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will gain exposure and professional growth in a wide range of clinical areas, including: Acute Medical & Surgical Wards, Care of the Elderly, Orthopaedics & Trauma, Stroke & Neurology and Acute Rehabilitation Services.Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and provide high-quality patient care within a fast-paced acute setting.
- Assess, plan, and implement individualised treatment plans for patients in orthopaedics, medical, surgical, and the medical assessment unit.
- Supervise and mentor junior Occupational Therapists and students.
- Drive service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
- Promote functional independence through rehabilitation interventions and discharge planning.
- Educate patients and their families about therapy goals and progress.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with hospital policies.
- Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
- Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.
- CORU Registration as an Occupational Therapist (Essential).
- A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience, with at least 1 year in an acute hospital setting.
- Strong clinical skills, particularly in orthopaedics, surgical, and medical rehabilitation.
- Proven ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively to an MDT.
- Leadership and mentoring experience.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and work effectively within a team.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.