Occupational Therapist

We are now recruiting for an Occupational Therapist based in the Dublin Area.

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

• Assess the case history of patients coming from the community and acute hospital settings
• 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 to facilitate timely  and safe discharge

Prerequisites:

• Experience in providing OT to the elderly population
• Degree qualified
• Membership of the AOTI / CORU
• Own transport.