Senior PhysiotherapistMedforce are proud to be working with a disability unit in Tipperary that will provide high-quality physiotherapy assessment, treatment, and management to children and young people with complex disabilities. The Senior Physiotherapist will play a key role in delivering specialist interventions, supporting families and carers, and working collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team to optimise children’s function, independence, and quality of life.ResponsibilitiesProvide specialist physiotherapy assessments for children with complex physical and developmental needs.Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised treatment programmes.Use evidence-based practice to deliver physiotherapy interventions that maximise mobility, motor skills, and functional independence.Provide guidance and support for postural management, equipment provision (e.g., standing frames, mobility aids), and orthotics.Offer training and advice to families, carers, and education/health professionals to promote continuity of care.Contribute to risk assessments, safeguarding processes, and safe manual handling practices.Supervise, mentor, and support junior physiotherapists, assistants, and students.Contribute to service development, clinical audits, and quality improvement initiatives.Act as a clinical lead in multi-disciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and review sessions.Support the team with complex decision-making and advanced problem-solving.Work in partnership with occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, paediatricians, nurses, psychologists, and education staff.Liaise with families, schools, and community services to ensure holistic and coordinated care.Advocate for children’s rights and promote inclusion in education and community life.RequirementsDegree in Physiotherapy (BSc or equivalent).Registered with CORU.Evidence of post-graduate training in paediatrics or relevant specialist areas (desirable).Minimum three years post-graduate experience as a physiotherapist.To apply please contact jreid@medforce.ie.
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