Staff Grade Physiotherapist – Acute
Staff Grade Physiotherapist
The Physiotherapist will provide evidence-based assessment, treatment and rehabilitation to patients at in Louth. The post holder will work within a multidisciplinary team to improve patients’ mobility, functional independence and quality of life, while supporting recovery and safe discharge planning. This role will be involved in an AMR / RESP/ ORTHO mix of patients.
Responsibilities of Staff Grade Physiotherapist
- Assess patients and develop individualised physiotherapy treatment and rehabilitation plans.
- Deliver appropriate interventions to improve mobility, strength, balance, respiratory function and functional ability, as relevant to the clinical area.
- Monitor patient progress, evaluate treatment outcomes and adapt interventions as required.
- Identify clinical risks and escalate concerns appropriately.
- Promote safe mobilisation, falls prevention and patient independence.
- Contribute to discharge planning, equipment recommendations and onward referrals.
- Educate patients and families on rehabilitation, exercise programmes and self-management.
- Maintain accurate and confidential clinical records.
- Collaborate with medical, nursing and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Participate in clinical audit, quality improvement, supervision and continuing professional development.
- Comply with HSE policies, professional standards, infection prevention and control, health and safety and data protection requirements.
Requirements of Staff Grade Physiotherapist
- Hold a recognised qualification in Physiotherapy that meets CORU registration requirements.
- Be registered, or eligible for registration as required, with the CORU Physiotherapists Registration Board.
- Demonstrate appropriate clinical knowledge, communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
- Meet the eligibility requirements specified in the relevant HSE recruitment competition.
Desirable Experience
- Experience in an acute hospital or healthcare setting.
- Experience in patient assessment, rehabilitation and discharge planning.
- Knowledge of evidence-based practice and multidisciplinary working.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and service improvement
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