Reference: 3707PEVR25 | Closing Date: 24 September 2025 | Contract: Permanent Part-time (0.5 WTE)
About This Opportunity
The HSE Dublin and North East is seeking an experienced Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist for our ENT/Vestibular Rehabilitation service in Drogheda. This permanent part-time role (17.5 hours weekly) offers the opportunity to lead advanced vestibular care while providing specialist expertise across Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital and Louth County Hospital.
About the Role
As Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist, you’ll provide advanced triage and treatment services within our Consultant-led ENT department. You’ll lead physiotherapy services across multiple sites while delivering evidence-based care to complex vestibular patients. This role combines clinical excellence with leadership responsibilities in our expanding rehabilitation services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead advanced vestibular physiotherapy triage and treatment services in ENT/Vestibular clinics
- Manage complex vestibular cases with advanced assessment and treatment protocols
- Provide clinical leadership to physiotherapy teams across Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Louth County Hospital, and Cottage Hospital
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver rehabilitation-focused, evidence-based patient care
- Develop care pathways between Community and Acute services for optimal patient outcomes
- Conduct audit and research activities to advance vestibular rehabilitation practices
- Deliver education and training to colleagues locally, regionally, and nationally
Essential Qualifications
- Degree in Physiotherapy with CORU registration
- Minimum 5 years general physiotherapy experience plus 2+ years in vestibular rehabilitation
- ENT/Vestibular specialist training and relevant certifications
- Advanced assessment skills in vestibular disorders and balance rehabilitation
- Leadership experience in clinical settings with multidisciplinary team collaboration
Preferred Qualifications
- Postgraduate qualification in Vestibular Rehabilitation or related field
- Experience with advanced vestibular assessment tools and treatment techniques
- Research or audit experience in ENT or rehabilitation services
- Teaching or mentoring experience with physiotherapy students or junior staff
- Additional certifications in balance disorders or neurological rehabilitation
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary: ā¬34,999 – ā¬40,614 annually (0.5 WTE, based on HSE Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist scale)
- Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and pension schemes
- Professional development support with continuing education funding and study leave
- Flexible working arrangements with excellent work-life balance
- Career advancement opportunities within Ireland’s largest healthcare system
- Specialist training support for vestibular rehabilitation and ENT physiotherapy
Why Choose HSE Dublin and North East?
Join Ireland’s leading healthcare provider where clinical excellence meets professional growth. Our ENT services are expanding, offering unique opportunities to develop specialist expertise while making a real difference to patient outcomes. You’ll work alongside experienced consultants and multidisciplinary teams in modern facilities with access to cutting-edge equipment and training.
Location Details
Primary Site: Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital, Drogheda
Additional Sites: Louth County Hospital and Cottage Hospital
County: Louth
Travel: Cross-site working with mileage reimbursement
Reporting Structure
- Clinical Governance: Physiotherapy Manager for departmental matters; ENT Consultants for specialist clinical governance
- Service Development: Collaborate with regional physiotherapy leads and ENT service managers
- Education Remit: Regional and national education responsibilities as clinical specialist
Application Information
Panel Formation: A panel may be formed from this campaign for current and future permanent and specified purpose vacancies of varying duration.
Informal Enquiries: Cathy Gillen – [email protected]
Apply Now
Ready to advance your career in specialist vestibular rehabilitation? Join our dynamic ENT team and make a lasting impact on patient care across the Dublin and North East region.
The HSE is an equal opportunities employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of background.
