Staff Grade Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Staff Grade Occupational Therapist
Location: Clonmel
Contract: Full‑time, 35 hours per week, 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension
Salary: Aligned with HSE Staff Grade pay scale, commensurate with experience

If you are ready for a rewarding new challenge where your skills and experience will be valued and developed, this could be the perfect next step in your professional journey.

Excel Recruitment is currently seeking a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join a well-established team in a busy acute hospital in Clonmel. This is an excellent opportunity to build your clinical skills across a varied caseload including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and Rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across a variety of acute clinical areas including neurology, orthopaedics, medical and surgical wards, stroke, and rehabilitation.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and develop effective, individualised treatment plans to support functional independence.
• Work collaboratively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective care.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in line with hospital policies and professional standards.
• Participate in service development initiatives and contribute to quality improvement within the department.
• Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities to further enhance clinical skills.

Requirements:

• CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
• Minimum of 1 year post-graduate experience in an acute setting OR 1 year adult experience (essential).
• Strong interest in developing clinical skills across acute hospital services.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Next steps:

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139