Senior Occupational Therapist (acute)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute Hospital, Dublin)
Location: West Dublin
Contract:, Fulltime, 35 hours per week, 6-12 month contract (with potential extension)

Salary: HSE salary scale, aligned with experience

Excel 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.

Requirements:

• 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.

Apply Now!

If you are a motivated Senior Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting new challenge in an acute hospital in Dublin, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.