Our organisation seeks an experienced Occupational Therapist to join a paediatric primary care team based in Limerick. As a therapist who thrives in a collaborative, multidisciplinary setting and is passionate about providing high-quality, family-centred care to children aged 0-18 years.
Role Overview
You will work directly with children who present with a range of developmental, sensory, and physical challenges. You'll play a vital role in early intervention and ongoing care, supporting children and their families across home, clinic, and educational settings.
Key Responsibilities:
* Deliver advanced occupational therapy assessments and interventions for children with developmental, sensory, and physical challenges.
* Provide clinical leadership and support to junior team members, including mentoring, supervision, and case consultation.
* Manage a complex caseload, prioritising care needs while promoting functional independence and participation in everyday activities.
* Actively participate in multidisciplinary team case discussions and planning.
* Contribute to paediatric service development and quality improvement projects.
* Collaborate closely with families and educators to ensure holistic and coordinated care.
Requirements
* CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist.
* Proven experience working with children either in paediatrics, early intervention, primary care or disability services.
* Minimum 1+ years post-qualification experience, with a strong preference for paediatric caseload exposure.
* Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and interpersonal skills.
* A collaborative team player with a passion for helping children thrive.