Community Physiotherapist – Rehab & Independence Advocate

Allied Health/Nursing; Connacht; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Staff Grade Physiotherapist in Mayo joins the Adult Primary Care Team to deliver high-quality assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for adults in community settings.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, support diverse caseload, promote self-management and exercise interventions.

This role emphasises person-centred care, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with GPs and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications

• Qualified Physiotherapist registered with CORU.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organisational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and ongoing professional development.
• Hold a full clean driving licence and have transport access, as travel within the community may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assess, diagnose and manage adults with musculoskeletal disorders.
• Assess, diagnose and manage orthopaedic conditions.
• Address chronic pain in adults.
• Manage age-related mobility issues.
• Assess and manage neurological conditions.
• Assess respiratory conditions where appropriate.
• Assess falls and balance difficulties.
• Facilitate rehabilitation following illness or injury.
• Develop and implement individualised treatment programmes.
• Promote self-management and healthy lifestyle behaviours.
• Provide exercise prescription, education and advice.
• Deliver one-to-one and group interventions.
• Assess mobility, balance and functional ability.
• Recommend mobility aids and equipment.
• Contribute to falls prevention and rehabilitation programmes.
• Liaise with GPs, public health nurses and other healthcare professionals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and care planning.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Contribute to service development, quality improvement and health promotion initiatives.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational/time management

Independent work

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Evidence-based practice

Professional development

Full driving licence

Education

Physiotherapy degree

Job description

The Staff Grade Physiotherapist in Mayo joins the Adult Primary Care Team to deliver high-quality assessment, treatment and rehabilitation for adults in community settings.

You will work in a multidisciplinary team, support diverse caseload, promote self-management and exercise interventions.

This role emphasises person-centred care, evidence-based practice, and collaboration with GPs and other healthcare professionals.