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Job Title: Senior Physiotherapist - Integrated Care for Older Persons Location: Thurles, Co. Tipperary Contract Type: Fixed-Term Contract (until March 31st) Working Hours: Part-time, 17.5 hours per week Salary: Aligned with HSE pay scales for the appropriate Senior grade Excel Recruitment is currently seeking a Senior Physiotherapist to join an integrated care team working with older persons in Thurles, Co. Tipperary. This part-time position offers a chance to make a real difference in the lives of older adults, helping to enhance mobility, maintain independence, and promote rehabilitation in a community-based setting. About the Role: As a Senior Physiotherapist, you will play a key role in providing physiotherapy services to older patients in the community. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary team to assess, treat, and support patients with a variety of conditions, including musculoskeletal, neurological, and age-related conditions. Key Responsibilities: • Provide comprehensive physiotherapy assessments and treatments for older adults with a range of conditions, including musculoskeletal, neurological, and age-related disorders. • Collaborate with other senior healthcare professionals, including Occupational Therapists and Speech and Language Therapists, to deliver patient-centred care. • Develop and implement tailored treatment plans to support rehabilitation and improve patients' overall quality of life. • Promote early discharge from hospitals and facilitate reablement interventions for patients in the community. • Work closely with GPs, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care. • Contribute to the development of service delivery and quality improvement initiatives. • Engage in ongoing supervision and professional development opportunities to enhance your expertise. Requirements: • BSc in Physiotherapy. • CORU registration as a Physiotherapist. • A minimum of three years of post-graduate Physiotherapy experience, with at least one year at Senior level (experience in a community or rehabilitation setting is preferred). • Strong experience in rehabilitation, falls prevention, musculoskeletal, and/or neurological physiotherapy. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team, showing initiative and leadership. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills. • A full clean driver's license and access to a car for community visits. How to Apply: We look forward to hearing from you!