Overview
Senior Occupational Therapist role in Dublin area. 4-day hybrid role with mix of on-site and remote work. 4-day week pro-rata for full-time equivalent. Salary €40 - €50 per hour plus Holiday Pay. Location: Balbriggan, Co. Dublin (with mix of on-site and remote work).
Role Summary
As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will lead and provide evidence-based OT services across assessment, intervention, and multidisciplinary teamwork. The role includes both hands-on clinical delivery and administrative or reporting tasks done remotely, offering a hybrid working style. You will report to the Clinical Lead and will have a key role in shaping clinical practice, mentoring colleagues, and contributing to service development.
Key Responsibilities
* Carry out full occupational therapy assessments and plan & implement interventions tailored to individual needs.
* Administer, score and interpret ADOS (Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule) and ADI-R (Autism Diagnostic Interview-Revised) assessments.
* Work closely with the wider multidisciplinary team (speech & language, physiotherapy, psychology, nursing, social work, etc.) to coordinate holistic care.
* Prepare clear, professional clinical reports, recommendations and care plans to inform decisions.
* Mentor, supervise or support junior OTs or therapy assistants.
* Participate in audits, quality improvement, and service development activities.
* Maintain accurate documentation, ensure compliance with professional/regulatory standards (e.g. CORU), and undertake continuing professional development.
* Manage workload and priorities effectively, balancing on-site clinical demand with remote administrative/reporting work.
Candidate Requirements
* Approved qualification in Occupational Therapy.
* Registration with CORU (or equivalent).
* Solid experience in clinical OT practice, particularly with neurodevelopmental assessments.
* Proven experience administering and interpreting ADOS and ADI-R.
* Strong report-writing and communication skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage time/workload.
* Experience or ability to mentor junior staff.
* Flexible approach to hybrid working (clinical + admin); reliable internet/home setup beneficial.
* Full clean driving licence and access to transport (if required for travel between clients/sites).
Benefits
* Competitive hourly rate: €40-€50 per hour for a 4-day working week.
* Hybrid model: mix of on-site clinical work and remote/admin time.
* Opportunity to contribute to service design, quality improvement and clinical governance.
* Supportive, multidisciplinary team environment.
* CPD opportunities and professional development support.
* Work-life balance via reduced working days (4 days/week).
How To Apply
Please send your CV and a short cover note detailing your experience with ADOS and ADI-R assessments, your availability for a 4-day week, and your hourly rate expectation within the stated range.
Emerald Locums is an equal opportunities recruiter: we welcome applications from all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, disability, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation or family status.
Location: Dublin, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin
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