Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Primary Care Adult)
Location: North Tipperary
Contract: Agency contract, full-time, 35 hours per week
Salary: Aligned with HSE Pay Scales
Start Date: Mid to end of October 2025
Are you a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist looking for a rewarding opportunity in Primary Care Services? Do you want to make a significant impact in the lives of individuals across all age groups by promoting independence and well-being? If so, this could be the perfect role for you!
Excel Recruitment are recruiting an Occupational Therapist on behalf of a Primary Care Team in north Tipperary. The Occupational Therapist would cover Thurles and Templemore or Roscrea and Nenagh.
This is an excellent opportunity to work in a community setting, providing essential Occupational Therapy services to adults requiring intervention to enhance their functional abilities and quality of life.
Role Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy interventions to adults within the Primary Care setting.
* Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized care plans to promote functional independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
* Provide intervention in areas such as self-care, mobility, housing adaptations, equipment prescription, and falls prevention.
* Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Public Health Nurses, and GPs.
* Supervise and support junior staff, students, and Occupational Therapy Assistants, ensuring high standards of practice.
* Participate in the development and implementation of service improvement initiatives within the Primary Care team.
Requirements
* Be registered on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
* Minimum of three years post-qualification experience, with at least one year in a relevant area such as Primary Care, Community, or Rehabilitation.
* Strong experience in assessment and intervention planning within a community or primary care setting.
* Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues and service users.
* Experience in mentoring and supervising junior staff or students is desirable.
* A full driver's license and access to a vehicle are essential.
* Current residency in Ireland with the legal right to work without restrictions.
What To Expect
* A dynamic and supportive work environment within a well-established Primary Care Team.
* Opportunities for professional growth and career development, including access to further training and CPD.
* Regular clinical supervision.
* Flexible and community-based working with a strong focus on patient-centred care.
* Work in the beautiful Thurles and Templemore area, with a strong sense of community and excellent transport links.
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