Senior Orthopaedic Physiotherapist – UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic Dublin
Location: UPMC Sports Surgery Clinic, Santry, Dublin 9.
Job type: Full-time Contract of Employment
Overview of role
The successful candidate will support the Inpatient and Post-operative Orthopaedic Physiotherapy Service, providing clinical and administrative duties to ensure a high‑quality service. The role is ward‑based with up to 6 hours of administrative/management time per week and may involve post‑operative caseload support or consultant work as required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
* Assist the Lead IPOP physiotherapist in the day‑to‑day running of the ward‑based physiotherapy service and in‑patient care.
* Deliver a high‑quality service of in‑patient, pre‑operative and post‑operative patient physiotherapy following the SSC6 approach.
* Lead the implementation and monitoring of Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols.
* Participate in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings and contribute to discharge planning.
* Assist the Lead Physiotherapist in operational and strategic planning.
* Assist in the delivery of an outpatient service to Consultant outpatient clinics within the hospital.
* Refer where appropriate for engagement with consulting surgeon, programs, sports physicians, and outpatient rehabilitation.
* Track weekly inpatient physiotherapy caseloads and collate a monthly report.
* Provide regular feedback to junior IPOP physiotherapists, mentoring where appropriate.
* Help manage rosters, time management (TMS) and scheduling of the inpatient physiotherapy team.
* Fit boots, braces, and other orthopaedic devices as required by the service.
* Maintain a 7‑day a week physiotherapy service on a rota.
* Ensure accurate record keeping and electronic patient record including billing, and adheres to evidence‑based medicine standards.
* Develop on‑going protocols and evidence‑based management in collaboration with inpatient and outpatient teams.
* Uphold patient dignity at all times.
* Complete stream‑oriented and department‑based tasks as directed by the IPOP Lead.
* Arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner within settings appropriate to service user needs and in line with local policy and guidelines.
* Maintain professional standards regarding consent, confidentiality, ethics and legislation.
* Contribute to the continuous professional development programme in the physiotherapy department.
* Help develop post‑operative protocols that align with the SSC6 pathway.
* Engage in research with a goal of publishing at least one poster or paper per year in a peer‑reviewed journal or national conference.
* Assist in conducting an audit of service delivery on delegated topics of interest.
Qualifications & Experience
* Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree or equivalent.
* Minimum of 3 years post‑graduate experience.
* Experience working in an orthopaedic or in‑patient environment.
* Current CORU registration; membership in the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists desirable.
* Preferable: MSc in Physiotherapy, Strength and Conditioning, or Sports Science.
Equal Opportunity Statement
UPMC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits and Compensation
* Competitive base pay, performance‑related pay, and premium pay where applicable.
* Rewards for performance through the annual ACES programme.
* Opportunities for career growth through continued learning and advancement.
Application Process
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