Therapy Assistant

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We are currently recruiting for a Full Time Therapy Assistant for Clondalkin Lodge, New Road, Clondalkin Village, Dublin 22 D22 R9Y7

Responsibilities and duties will include but are not limited to:

• Deliver an effective and efficient physiotherapy assistance service on an inpatient basis.
• Assist in the transfer of patients to and from therapy.
• Assist in the preparation of a treatment area i.e. gym set up for rehab.
• Assist the therapist with patients’ assessment - assist patient to move, re-position/stabilise during an assessment.
• Assist the therapist with treatment intervention.
• Assist the therapist where two or more are required to treat a patient.
• Carry out exercise programme with a patient.
• Take patient through the exercise programme which the therapist has prescribed.
• Document the above exercise programme intervention.
• Mobilise patient and document same.
• Carry out passive range of motion and assisted movement programmes.
• Maintain and monitor consumable equipment.
• Recognizes the importance of a good working relationship with frequent communication between the assistant and the supervising therapist.
• Uses knowledge, training and skills to communicate effectively and appropriately with a range of different service users and providers
• Uses knowledge to observe confidentiality when handling patient information.
• Assist with the personal care of patients.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Relevant 3rd Level Qualification in Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Post Injury Therapy, Rehabilitation or Equivalent.
• 1-2 Years of experience in similar post.

Desirable:

• In process of obtaining CORU Registration

Professional Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of occupational therapy services, facilities and equipment.
• Ability to assess individual patient needs.
• Skill in preparing and maintaining patient records.
• Knowledge of a range of therapy methods and techniques.
• Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Ability to fabricate and fit a range of adaptive devices for individual patients and to instruct in their use and maintenance.

Risk Management, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety:

• The post holder will report to the Director of Clinical Services. The management of Risk, Infection Control, Hygiene Services and Health & Safety is the responsibility of everyone and will be achieved within a progressive, honest and open environment.
• The post holder must be familiar with the necessary education, training and support to enable them to meet this responsibility.
• The post holder has a duty to familiarise themselves with the relevant Organisational Policies, Procedures & Standards and attend training as appropriate.

Benefits:

• HSF Health Plan
• Education Support
• Employee Assistant Programme
• Length of Service Reward
• Birthday Reward
• Subsidised Meals
• Bike to Work Scheme

Email hr@bartrahealthcare.ie to request Full Job Description.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From €15.00 per hour

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• CORU CERTIFICATE (preferred) (required)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Work Location: In person