Physiotherapy/Aquatic Therapy Assistant

Job title:

Physiotherapy/Aquatic Therapy Assistant

Company:

National Rehabilitation University Hospital

Job description

Physiotherapy/Aquatic Therapy Assistant (Fulltime, Permanent) We are seeking dynamic, enthusiastic individuals with an interest in rehabilitation to work within the physiotherapy department at the National Rehabilitation Hospital (NRH). The post will include active participation in delivery of treatment with the physiotherapy team, organising and management of resources within the department and maintenance of safety and hygiene standards. The candidate must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the office, possess: FETAC courses in relevant areas advantageous e.g. rehabilitation, physiotherapy assistant. Experience of working with adults/children with acquired disabilities and/or learning disabilities in a healthcare setting. Experience with NRH client groups e.g. Acquired Brain Injury, Spinal Cord Injury, etc. Experience in working in a rehabilitation setting. Enthusiasm to engage in active delivery of prescribed rehabilitation activities for patients across all programmes. Proficient skills in use of Microsoft Office and digital photography programmes. Time management skills and ability to organise own, and others’ schedules. Must be a proficient, confident swimmer. Holding a lifesaving qualification would be advantageous. Awareness and experience of postural management, wheelchairs and seating would be advantageous. Remuneration is in accordance with the HSE Consolidated Salary Scale for Physiotherapy Assistants. Applicants for all the above posts should submit a letter of application and Curriculum Vitae together with names and addresses of three referees to arrive not later than 5pm on 12th of April 2025 to Ruta Makangila, Human Resource Department or e-mail ruta.makangila@nrh.ie. Job descriptions are available for the post on request from HR. Informal enquiries to Rosie Kelly, Physiotherapy Manager via email at rosie.kelly@nrh.ie Shortlisting will be carried out on the basis of the information supplied in your CV. The criteria for Shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined above. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward for the next stage of the selection process. A Panel may be formed from those interviewed and from which current and future, temporary and specified purpose physiotherapy / aquatic therapy assistant vacancies may be filled. We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and support a smoke-free workplace policy.

• Sector:

Career Level

• Entry Level

Expected salary

€35434 – 44539 per year

Location

Co Dublin

Job date

Sat, 15 Mar 2025 01:14:04 GMT

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