Occupational Therapist Opportunity in Primary Care
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced Occupational Therapist to join our Primary Care team based in Laois or Offaly. The successful candidate will deliver and lead evidence-based Occupational Therapy interventions for adults presenting with a broad range of physical, cognitive, and functional needs.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an adult trained Occupational Therapist to lead and deliver an occupational therapy service within a community setting. We value experienced Staff Grade applicants seeking development opportunities who are also encouraged to apply.
Job Purpose:
The primary goal of this role is to enable service users to maximise independence, engage in meaningful daily activities, and participate fully within their community. Working as part of the Primary Care Team, you will contribute to discharge planning, advocacy, and community reintegration.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide high-quality assessment, intervention, and review for adult clients, particularly older adults and those living with frailty.
* Conduct home visits to assess functional ability, safety, environmental supports, and recommend appropriate equipment or modifications.
* Deliver interventions focused on maximising independence, functional rehabilitation, falls prevention, cognitive assessment, and environmental adaptation.
* Provide client-focused treatment in outpatient and community settings, developing tailored rehabilitation programmes and education.
* Create, implement, and evaluate goal-focused care plans using best practice and clinical reasoning.
* Monitor outcomes and adapt interventions in collaboration with clients, families, carers, and MDT colleagues.
* Offer guidance and education to families and carers supporting independence at home.
* Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary Primary Care Team, including Physiotherapists, Public Health Nurses, GPs, Social Workers, SLTs, and other allied health professionals.
* Liaise with hospitals, community organisations, voluntary agencies, and other stakeholders to ensure coordinated care.
* Participate in integrated care and frailty pathway initiatives, conducting joint assessments where required.
Requirements:
* CORU-registered Occupational Therapist (essential).
* Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy (CORU-approved).
* Experienced Staff Grade OTs with strong adult experience will also be considered.
* Experience in adult primary care, community OT, medical or rehabilitation settings.
* Strong experience in functional assessment, frailty, rehabilitation, and working with older adults.
* Demonstrated competence in home visits and community-based assessments.
* Proven ability to independently manage a complex caseload.
* Strong knowledge of equipment prescription, assistive technology, and environmental modifications.
* Experience working within a multidisciplinary and interagency framework.
* Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and documentation skills.
What We Offer:
We offer a supportive and dynamic work environment, with regular supervision, peer support, and innovation at the core of service delivery. This is an excellent opportunity for professional growth and development.
How to Apply:
If you are an experienced Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting new challenge, please submit your application.
Contact us confidentially for more information.
Apply now to take the next step in your career!
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