Job Title: Occupational Therapist Assistant
Location: St Mary's Hospital, Dublin
The role of the Occupational Therapist Assistant is to support the occupational therapist in providing group and individual programmes for patients in all clinical areas.
Key Responsibilities:
* Provide group and individual programmes for patients under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist.
* Plan, organise and maintain occupational therapy programmes and department as directed by the occupational therapist.
* Carry out administrative and clerical duties to support the Occupational Therapy staff and department.
* Contribute to service planning and development as part of the Occupational Therapy team.
Requirements:
* Certificate in Health Service Skills or Healthcare Support with Occupational Therapy Assistant modules 1 and 2.
* Relevant healthcare qualification at not less than Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) with an undertaking to participate in the appropriate Occupational Therapy Assistant training modules 1 and 2 within 1 year of taking up duty.
* Current employment as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or comparable role for at least 1 year with an undertaking to acquire the appropriate Level 5 or Occupational Therapy Assistant training programme within 1 year of taking up duty.
* Permission to work in Ireland.
* Professional approach to work.
* Flexibility in work practice.
About the Role:
This is a challenging and rewarding role that requires strong communication skills and the ability to work as part of a team. If you are a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about delivering high-quality care, we would love to hear from you.