Senior Occupational Therapist – Adults

Medforce; Galway; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Medforce in Ireland is seeking a Senior Occupational Therapist to provide a high-quality, person-centred OT service to adults in Primary Care, supporting independence, safety and daily living activities in the community. The position may be based at Mountbellew PC or Ballinasloe Health Centre, with consideration for an experienced Staff Grade.

You will manage an adult Primary Care caseload, conduct functional and cognitive assessments, plan and review OT interventions, and work closely with a

Qualifications

• CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist.
• Experience with adult Primary Care or community caseloads.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Full driving licence and access to own transport.

Responsibilities

• Manage an adult Primary Care caseload.
• Carry out functional, cognitive, and environmental assessments.
• Plan, implement, and review appropriate OT interventions.
• Recommend equipment, aids, and environmental adaptations.
• Work collaboratively within the Primary Care multidisciplinary team.
• Communicate effectively with service users, families, and relevant services.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation.
• Adhere to CORU standards, HSE policies, and local procedures.
• Provide clinical support and guidance to junior staff.
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement.

Skills

Adult Primary Care experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Education

CORU registration

Job description

Senior Occupational Therapist – Adults

We are looking for a Senior Occupational Therapist to provide a high-quality, person-centred occupational therapy service to adults attending Primary Care, supporting independence, safety, and participation in daily living activities within the community. This role can be based in either Mountbellew PC or Ballinasloe Health Centre, I would also consider an experienced Staff Grade.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage an adult Primary Care caseload
• Carry out functional, cognitive, and environmental assessments
• Plan, implement, and review appropriate OT interventions
• Recommend equipment, aids, and environmental adaptations
• Work collaboratively within the Primary Care multidisciplinary team
• Communicate effectively with service users, families, and relevant services
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Adhere to CORU standards, HSE policies, and local procedures

• Provide clinical support and guidance to junior staff
• Contribute to service development and quality improvement

Essential Criteria

• CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist
• Experience working with adult Primary Care or community caseloads
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Full driving licence and access to own transport