HSE Dublin and North East is seeking an experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join our specialized Palliative Care team in Meath. This permanent wholetime position offers exceptional career development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in end-of-life care.
About the Role
As Senior Occupational Therapist in Palliative Care, you’ll provide expert therapeutic interventions to patients and families facing life-limiting conditions. You’ll lead clinical assessments within our multidisciplinary palliative care team while mentoring junior staff and driving quality improvement initiatives. This role reports to the Occupational Therapy Manager.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for palliative care patients
- Develop and implement personalized therapeutic intervention plans
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams including physicians, nurses, and social workers
- Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to junior occupational therapists
- Ensure compliance with CORU registration requirements and professional standards
- Develop community-based rehabilitation programs for palliative care patients
- Participate in quality assurance and clinical governance activities
Essential Qualifications
Education: Degree in Occupational Therapy from recognized institution Experience: 3+ years post-qualification clinical experience in occupational therapy Registration: Current registration with CORU Occupational Therapists Register Skills: Advanced clinical assessment abilities and therapeutic intervention expertise Communication: Excellent interpersonal skills for sensitive patient interactions
Preferred Qualifications
- Specialized training or experience in palliative care settings
- Experience with CORU annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate processes
- Clinical supervision or mentoring experience
- Knowledge of community-based rehabilitation approaches
- Additional qualifications in pain management or end-of-life care
Benefits & Compensation
Salary Range: ā¬63,279 – ā¬74,509 annually (Grade 3301 Senior Occupational Therapist scale) Health Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare coverage and occupational health services Professional Development: Annual CME allowances and specialized palliative care training opportunities Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements and generous annual leave entitlement Pension: Public service pension scheme with employer contributions Career Progression: Clear advancement pathways within HSE occupational therapy services
How to Apply
Ready to advance your occupational therapy career in palliative care? This position closes September 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM.
For informal enquiries contact: Laura McIntyre, Occupational Therapy Manager
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 0873723737
Apply Now: Complete your application through our external recruitment portal at https://careers-rcsihospitals.icims.com/jobs/4176/job
Reference: SENOTPALLC | Location: Meath, Ireland | Contract: Specified Purpose Wholetime
