Senior Paediatric Physiotherapist – CDNT (Athlone)

Medforce; Athlone; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Medforce is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to join a Childrens Disability CDNT team in Athlone. You will deliver family-centred, evidence-based physiotherapy for children and youths aged 0–18, focusing on participation, mobility and independence in home, school and community settings.

The role supports a multidisciplinary team, offers opportunities for clinical leadership, and requires CORU registration eligibility, paediatric experience, and a full driving licence where relevant.

Qualifications

• Qualified physiotherapist with CORU registration eligibility.
• Experience with children with disabilities is desirable.
• Multidisciplinary or community-based experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive physiotherapy assessment and intervention for children and young people (0–18 years) with disabilities.
• Develop and implement individualised, goal-focused intervention plans in collaboration with the child, family, and multidisciplinary team.
• Deliver therapy using models including individual sessions, group programmes, consultative supports, and capacity-building approaches.
• Support development of functional mobility, postural management, motor skills, and participation in daily activities.
• Prescribe, monitor, and review assistive equipment, orthotics, and mobility aids where appropriate.
• Provide education, advice, and training to parents, caregivers, and other professionals.
• Contribute to transition planning across services including early years, school-age, and adolescent transitions.
• Participate in supervision, performance review, and team development activities.

Education

Physiotherapy qualification

Job description

Medforce is seeking a dedicated Physiotherapist to join a Childrens Disability CDNT team in Athlone. You will deliver family-centred, evidence-based physiotherapy for children and youths aged 0–18, focusing on participation, mobility and independence in home, school and community settings.

The role supports a multidisciplinary team, offers opportunities for clinical leadership, and requires CORU registration eligibility, paediatric experience, and a full driving licence where relevant.