Job Description

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

The role of the Physical Therapist incorporates the following duties, this list may not be exhaustive and may be added to if appropriate:

To ensure at all times the residents are treated with dignity, respect and loving care
To provide leadership and guidance and ensure the highest possible standard of care and develop a caring relationship with each resident
To promote a friendly and supportive environment and extend hospitality to all who enter our centre
To ensure the hoists and other adaptive equipment is used as per assessment and to participate in training to develop and maintain the skills necessary to do so.
To be aware of the dependency level of each resident and actively encourage greater independence as appropriate
To work as part of a team within the ethos of the centre
To promote a positive working environment and promote staff to ensure the atmosphere of the centre is positive for residents
To promote a friendly and supportive environment and extend hospitality to all who enter our centre
To report any defective/faulty equipment
To develop relevant skills and abilities by taking part in training courses
To report accidents, incidents and complaints in the appropriate manner
To be an active advocate for residents
Have a flexible approach to work in response to organisational change, development and review of best practice.
Participate in performance reviews through feedback to the CNM.
To ensure infection control procedures are adhered to at all times
To maintain confidentiality regarding all aspects of the affairs of the St Catherine’s and the people who avail of the service
To adhere to all Health & Safety statutory requirements and Fire procedures and to practice according to St. Catherine’s policies, procedures and protocols.
Any other duties deemed necessary by the management for the care and well-being of residents
To have a good knowledge of HIQA.
To report to the nurse as he/she is the person in charge of the floor.

Reporting Relationship:
The Physical Therapist t will report directly to the Sports Therapist.

Skills:
Compassion, Good communicator.

Benefits
Competitive Salary.
Paid for breaks.
Bonus Scheme in operation.
Paid training.
Paid Garda Vetting.
Onsite free parking.

Sector: human health and social work activities
Career Level
Not Required

Please send your resume/CV