Physiotherapist
Medforce are looking for a Physiotherapist to join a busy CDNT unit in Clonmel. The Physiotherapist will work as part of an interdisciplinary Children’s Disability Network Team to provide high-quality, family-centred physiotherapy services to children and young people aged 0–18 with complex needs under the Progressing Disability Services (PDS) framework. I will consider applications from Staff and Senior Grade Physiotherapists.
Responsibilities
* Provide comprehensive physiotherapy assessment and intervention for children with physical, neurological, developmental, and sensory needs.
* Develop and review individualized therapy plans using evidence-based practice.
* Deliver direct and indirect interventions, including home programmes, group work, and parent/caregiver training.
* Carry out school and home visits as required.
* Support postural management, seating, mobility aids, equipment prescription, and orthotics.
* Maintain clear, accurate, and timely clinical documentation.
* Work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary/transdisciplinary CDNT model.
* Participate in team meetings, joint assessments, case discussions, and service development activities.
* Contribute physiotherapy input to Individual Family Service Plans (IFSPs).
* Build positive, supportive relationships with families and empower them to assist their child’s development.
* Liaise with schools, early years providers, voluntary agencies, and community partners.
* Deliver parent workshops, staff training, or educational sessions as required.
* Adhere to CORU standards, HSE policies, and all relevant professional codes of practice.
* Ensure compliance with GDPR, safeguarding, and clinical governance requirements.
* Participate in supervision, CPD activities, audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives.
* Contribute to service planning and development.
Requirements
* Recognised qualification in Physiotherapy approved by CORU.
* CORU registration or eligibility for registration.
* Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities (placements or professional experience).
* Knowledge of developmental disorders and family-centred practice.
* Full clean driving licence and access to transport, if required.
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