Physiotherapist (staff grade)

• Permanent
• North Dublin
• Posted 3 weeks ago
• €40,325 - 58,483 per year USD / Year
• Allied Health Professionals
• €40,325.00 - €58,483.00 per annum

Medforce Healthcare Recruitment, in partnership with the HSE, is currently seeking a passionate and professionally qualified Physiotherapist for a position based in North Dublin. We welcome international applications. Please note that applicants must be CORU registered. This is a permanent position that offers an exciting opportunity with training and regular clinical supervision provided.

Essential Criteria

• Current CORU registration
• Recognized qualification in Physiotherapy.
• Have the clinical and administrative capacity to fulfil the functions of the role.
• Flexibility and teamwork skills are crucial for this role.

Benefits

• Generous Annual Leave
• HSE Pay Scale
• Work Life Balance
• Employee Assistance Programme 

Professional/Clinical

The Physiotherapist will:

• Carry a clinical caseload appropriate to the post
• Be responsible for client assessment, development and implementation of individualisation treatment plans that are client centred and in line with best practice.
• Be responsible for goal setting in partnership with the client, family and other team members as appropriate
• Communication and work in co-operation with other team members.
• Develop effective communication with and provide instruction, guidance and support to service users, family and carers.
• Document client records in accordance with professional standards and departmental policies.
• Provide a service in varied locations in line with local policy/guidelines and within appropriate time allocation (e.g. clinic/home visits).
• Participate in review meetings, case conferences; ward rounds, etc. as appropriate.
• Maintain professional standards of practice.
• Maintain quality standards of work and co-operate with quality assurance programs.
• Work within own scope of professional competence in line with principles of best practice, professional conduct and clinical governance.
• Operate within the scope of practice of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists.

Education and Training

The Physiotherapist will:

• Participate in mandatory training programs.
• Take responsibility for, and keep up to date with Physiotherapy practice by participating in continuing professional development such as reflective practice, in service, self direct learning, research, clinical audit etc.
• Engage in performance review processes including personal development planning.
• Participate in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching/ training/ supervision of staff/others as appropriate (once sufficient clinical experience has been attained) and attend practice educator courses as relevant to role and needs.

Health and Safety

The Physiotherapist will:

• Implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice and adhere to relevant legislation, regulations and standards.
• Work in a safe manner with due care and attention to the safety of self and others.
• Be aware of risk management issues, identify risks and take appropriate action.
• Report any adverse incidents or near misses.
• Adhere to department policies in relation to the care and safety of any equipment supplies for the fulfilment of duty.
• Report any malfunctions or defects in equipment or any such suspicions immediately to the Senior Physiotherapist/ Physiotherapy Manager.

Administrative

The Physiotherapist will:

• Actively participate in the improvement and development of Physiotherapy services by liaising with the Senior Physiotherapist/ Physiotherapy Manager.
• Gather and Analyse statistics and participate in audits as directed by the Senior Physiotherapist/ Physiotherapist Manager.
• Represent the department at meetings and conferences as designated.
• Assist in and ensure that the Physiotherapy service makes the most efficient and effective use of developments in IT.
• Promote a culture that values diversity and respect in the work place.
• Keep up to date with organisational developments within the Irish Health Service.

If you are interested in discussing this role further, please contact me on 01 691 7774 or send your CV to lfagan@medforce.ie 

PLEASE NOTE: APPLICANTS MUST NOT ALREADY BE ON ANY HSE PANEL.

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