Senior Physiotherapist

Senior Physiotherapist (CORU Registered) - Rehabilitation Services

Location: St. Brendan's Community Nursing Unit, Loughrea, Co. Galway

Hours: Approx. 20-25 hours per week (cover position)

We are currently seeking an experienced Senior Physiotherapist to provide cover within St. Brendan's Community Nursing Unit, Loughrea, Co. Galway.

This role is based within a short-stay rehabilitation unit supporting older adults transitioning from acute hospital settings back to their homes. The successful candidate will play a key role in maximising patient independence, supporting rehabilitation goals, and facilitating safe and effective discharges.

The post falls under Roscommon & East Galway Physiotherapy Services for Networks 7, 8 & 9, encompassing a broad range of services including:

• Primary Care Services
• Community Nursing Unit (CNU) Services
• Community Intervention Team (CIT)
• Chronic Disease Services
• Children's Disability Network Team (CDNT)
• Urology Physiotherapy Services
• ICPOP Services (Networks 8 & 9)

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and develop person-centred rehabilitation programmes.
• Support patients in improving mobility, strength, balance, and functional independence.
• Assess and manage falls risk, implementing evidence-based prevention strategies.
• Contribute to multidisciplinary discharge planning to facilitate safe transitions home.
• Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT).
• Liaise effectively with acute hospitals, community services, patients, families, and carers to ensure continuity of care.

Essential Requirements

• CORU registration is essential.
• Senior Physiotherapist grade experience is essential.
• Demonstrated experience in rehabilitation, care of the older person, community care, or related services.
• Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and teamwork skills.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated rehabilitation service delivering high-quality care to older adults and supporting positive patient outcomes across community and rehabilitation settings.