Overview
Senior Physiotherapist
Our client who specialises in acute services is currently seeking a committed and experienced Senior Physiotherapist to join the team with a focus on Respiratory Care. This is a vital role within the hospital’s physiotherapy department, supporting both acute and chronic respiratory patients across wards and outpatient settings.
About the Role: You will lead the provision of physiotherapy services in respiratory care, including assessment and treatment of patients with respiratory conditions such as COPD, pneumonia, bronchiectasis, and post-operative respiratory issues. You will work as part of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, playing a key role in patient recovery, discharge planning, and promoting respiratory health.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide specialised respiratory physiotherapy interventions across inpatient and outpatient settings
* Support acute care (including chest physiotherapy, NIV support, secretion clearance) and long-term management
* Participate in multidisciplinary rounds, care planning, and service development
* Provide supervision and mentoring to junior staff and students
* Lead or contribute to audits, clinical guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives
Essential Requirements
* CORU registration as a Physiotherapist
* A minimum of 3 years post-qualification experience, with demonstrable respiratory care experience
* Excellent clinical reasoning, organisational, and communication skills
* Ability to work effectively within a team and autonomously in a fast-paced hospital setting
Desirable
* Experience with non-invasive ventilation (NIV), critical care physiotherapy, or pulmonary rehabilitation
* Experience supervising junior staff or students
* Involvement in service development or audit
What’s on Offer
* Supportive and progressive team environment
* Regular clinical supervision and CPD opportunities
* The opportunity to lead and develop respiratory care pathways in a growing hospital
* HSE salary and benefits package
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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