Medforce Recruitment, in partnership with the HSE, is seeking a Staff Grade or Senior Speech & Language Therapist to join the Adult Rehabilitation Team at the Community Hospital of the Assumption (CHOA) in Co. Tipperary.
This is an excellent opportunity to work as part of a dedicated multidisciplinary rehabilitation service, providing evidence-based assessment and therapy to adults recovering from acute illness, neurological events, or complex medical conditions.
Key Responsibilities of the Speech and Language Therapist:
* Provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, and management of adults with communication and swallowing (dysphagia) disorders.
* Work as part of a rehabilitation-focused multidisciplinary team that includes physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, dietitians, and medical staff.
* Develop and implement individualised treatment and care plans to support communication and safe swallowing.
* Contribute to care planning meetings, discharge planning, and goal-setting in collaboration with the wider team.
* Provide training and education to patients, families, and staff on communication and swallowing management.
* Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in service evaluation and quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements for the Speech and Language Therapist:
* Recognised degree in Speech and Language Therapy.
* CORU registration as a Speech and Language Therapist (or in process).
* Experience working with adult rehabilitation and dysphagia caseloads preferred.
* Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills.
* A commitment to person-centred, goal-oriented rehabilitation.
* Full driving licence and access to own transport desirable.
Benefits
* Work within a well-established, supportive MDT in a respected HSE rehabilitation setting.
* Opportunities for clinical supervision and ongoing professional development.
* Competitive HSE salary aligned with grade and experience.
* Opportunity to contribute to meaningful, recovery-focused care for adults within the community.
Contact Us
If you or someone you know is interested in this position, please send a copy of your CV to nadams@medforce.ie
If you refer a candidate to us who is successfully hired, we can offer you a €150 thank you bonus! T&C’s apply!
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