Therapy Assistant (older persons)

Job: Therapy Assistant

Location: Clondalkin Village, Dublin
Contract: Full-Time, Permanent role, 35 hour working week
Salary: Commensurate with experience

Excel Recruitment is delighted to partner with a state-of-the-art residential home in the heart of Clondalkin village to recruit a Therapy Assistant on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role offers an excellent opportunity to work as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, providing essential assistance to Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists in delivering high-quality therapy services to residents, supporting mobility, function, and independence in a modern, person-centred care environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-supported multidisciplinary team and make a real difference in residents' lives.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver an effective and efficient physiotherapy assistance service to residents on site.
• Assist in transferring residents to and from therapy sessions.
• Prepare treatment areas, including gym and rehab setup.
• Support therapists during resident assessments by assisting with movement, positioning, and stabilisation.
• Provide assistance during treatment interventions, particularly where two or more therapists are required.
• Carry out prescribed exercise programmes with residents and document all interventions accurately.
• Mobilise residents and maintain detailed records of progress.
• Perform passive range of motion and assisted movement exercises with residents, as directed by the supervising therapist.
• Maintain and monitor therapy consumables and equipment.
• Communicate effectively and appropriately with residents, families, and multidisciplinary colleagues.
• Adhere to confidentiality and resident information management standards.
• Provide personal care assistance to residents as required.

Essential Requirements:

• Relevant 3rd Level Qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Post Injury Therapy, Rehabilitation, or equivalent.
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar role.
• Compassionate and patient-centred approach to care.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Knowledge of Therapy techniques, patient safety, and infection control.
• Excellent organisational and documentation skills.

How to Apply

For further details or to apply, please contact Charlene Cooke at Excel Recruitment on or 089 945 5139.

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