Job Description
Permanent Full-timeOccupational Therapist Healthcare Direct Heathcare Direct Healthcare Direct employs 66 HSCPs that include Chartered Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech & Language Therapy and Dietetics. Healthcare Direct provides multidisciplinary interventions to over 130 Nursing Homes and a full programme to support the orthopaedic service in two private hospital groups. Healthcare direct is a key enabler of integrated post-acute rehabilitation, offering bespoke therapy interventions to a broad range of patients.The provision of post-acute assessment, case management, rehabilitation and reablement will be led by HCD therapists under the governance structures established by Mowlam Healthcare in partnership with the HSE and other providers. Background to post Healthcare Direct is strategically developing integrated, age friendly rehabilitation capacity in post-acute rehabilitation and home care, building on its expertise and track record as Irelands biggest private provider of long-term residential care. This vision is in keeping with the move towards an AFHS and the HSE strategy to address give priority to urgent and emergency care for older adults. This service will reflect the standards and principles underpinning rehabilitation as set out by the World Health Organization (WHO 2023), HSE national clinical programmes and contemporary evidence on rehabilitation (EU 2019). This will integrate with existing Enhanced Community Care developments (Community Health Networks, Community Specialist Teams, Older People and Chronic Disease) and age friendly pathways under development in acute hospitals. It is proposed that this mixed economy approach will reflect the positive lessons from the EU Observatory (2024) which highlights the benefits to the population when public and private capacity is combined. Key functions Healthcare Direct are currently looking to employ a Full-Time Occupational Therapist to join our team. You will work in elderly care centres and patient step-down facilities. You will work in a fully supported environment lead by our Clinical Management Team 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 our Occupational Therapy positions then 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 regular service review meetings with our clients. Characteristics we value: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Good practical skills. Ability to work individually and in a team environment. Problem solving approach. Prerequisites: Experience in providing Occupational Therapy intervention to the adult population. Experience in rehabilitation is a bonus. Degree qualified. CORU registration is a must. CORU registration is required to practice in Ireland. Please see Prior to commencing in your role, you will be required to obtain membership of The Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland. Please see Full drivers license (international drivers license) and access to a car. Healthcare Direct have a highly experienced team of Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists supported by Physiotherapy and Occupational Therapy Managers. We specialise in providing healthcare services to the public and private sectors across Ireland. We provide patient centred quality care in a wide range of settings including community hospitals, nursing and residential care settings and specialist care centres. Our therapists support a broad and diverse range of clinical presentations. Benefits Competitive salary. Flexible working, including evenings and weekend. Additional hours if required, possibility to increase to full time. Healthcare Direct fully believes in supporting its staff members, and has supported a number of employees through further development courses. The post-holder would benefit from: Specialist mentoring and support from our dedicated and approachable Clinical Management Team Extensive support from the wider Operations Management Team Please contactHealthcare Directon or email