Kiltipper Woods Physiotherapy and Hydrotherapy provides a comprehensive range of specialist therapies:
In -Patient short stay Rehabilitation /Convalescence Care for Dublin Acute Hospital
Outpatient Clinic - including hydrotherapy
We are seeking to recruit a Staff Grade Physiotherapist to join our Physiotherapy team. This post would be an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified Physiotherapist to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team in a busy inpatient setting. The caseload primarily consists of a range of patients who have been discharged from acute and private hospitals. This is a satisfying post that involves working alongside patients to facilitate their return to home while optimising their quality of life. These patients include orthopaedic, neurology, care of the elderly and respiratory patients. The post holder would work as part of a dynamic Physiotherapy team with a broad range of experience.
Primary Job Responsibilities
To deliver a high-quality clinical service of inpatient rehabilitation physiotherapy as part of the multidisciplinary team.
To develop inpatient group exercise and education classes e.g. falls prevention classes.
Liaising with family members and acute services where indicated.
To ensure appropriate record keeping and electronic patient record maintenance.
To work to the standards of evidence-based management in treatment of patients.
To communicate with members of the MDT and wider community services when planning discharges.
To work with a wider Physiotherapy team in providing a quality service that is committed to ongoing learning and CPD forums.
To supervise student Physiotherapists when on placement.
- To provide rehabilitation to long-term care residents where indicated.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor of Science (Hons) Degree or equivalent.
- Candidate must be a member of CORU and the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists or eligible for membership.
- Dry Needling and hydrotherapy experience preferable.
- Suitable for a new graduate.
We offer the following:
- Excellent staff facilities.
- Opportunity to work as part of an onsite Multidisciplinary Team, Doctor, Nurses, Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, SALT, Dietitian, and other members of the team.
- Kiltipper Woods Care Centre has built and sustained its reputation for excellence in the provision of quality care and standards.
- Competitive Rates of Pay.
- On-site Training room for in house training.
- Paid Mandatory Training
- Continuous Professional Development
- Committed to providing and maintaining the highest standard of care.
- Subsidised Cafe.
- Tax saver scheme (Bus, Rail, Bike to Work)
- Free Car Parking
- Bike Storage
- Pension Scheme
- Staff Social Events
- Credit Union Savings Plan for staff with other added benefit.
- Flexible working hours.
Visit our Web site for further information www.kwphysio.ie.
KWCC is an equal opportunity employer
