Job Title: Occupational Therapy Assistant (Adult Services)
Job Type: Full-Time – 35 hour working week
Location: Tallaght, Dublin
Salary: Aligned with HSE pay scales for Occupational Therapy Assistants
Excel Recruitment are currently recruiting motivated Occupational Therapy Assistants on behalf of a Primary Care Team based in Tallaght. This is an excellent opportunity to work within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment delivering high-quality, person-centred care.
Role Overview
The Occupational Therapy Assistant will work under the supervision of a qualified Occupational Therapist to support the assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation of service users in community and primary care settings.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Support Occupational Therapists in delivering intervention programmes for adults and older persons.
Assist with the implementation of treatment plans designed to promote independence in daily activities.
Carry out delegated assessments and therapeutic activities under supervision.
Support service users with activities of daily living, functional rehabilitation, and goal achievement.
Assist with home visits to observe functional performance and support environmental recommendations.
Provide practical support with equipment provision, demonstrations, and follow-up.
Monitor and report service user progress, changes, or concerns to the supervising Occupational Therapist.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records in accordance with HSE and professional standards.
Work collaboratively with service users, families, carers, and the wider multidisciplinary team.
Participate in team meetings, training, and service development initiatives.
Adhere to health and safety policies, infection control procedures, and professional codes of conduct.
Requirements
A relevant qualification as an Occupational Therapy Assistant or equivalent.
Experience working in a healthcare, community, or rehabilitation setting is desirable.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
Ability to work under the supervision of an Occupational Therapist and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
A compassionate, person-centred approach to care.
Ability to manage workload effectively and work independently when required.
Full clean driver's licence and access to own vehicle for community-based work.
Benefits
Competitive HSE salary scale with incremental progression.
Opportunities for ongoing training and professional development.
Supportive supervision and mentorship from experienced Occupational Therapists.
Opportunity to work within a well-established and collaborative Primary Care Team.
Varied role across community and primary care settings.
Regular clinical supervision and support.
What you need to do now:
For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.
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