Job Title: Staff Grade Physiotherapist (Adult disability)
Location: Galway City
Contract Type: Permanent, Full time 35 hours per week, pensionable role
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm
Salary: Aligned with HSE Staff Grade Physiotherapist pay scales
Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with an Adult Disability Service in Galway City to recruit a Staff Grade Physiotherapist to join their team fulltime, this is a permanent pensionable job.
This is a rewarding job for a Physiotherapist who are passionate about empowering adults with complex physical, sensory, or intellectual disabilities to achieve their full potential.
This is a pensionable HSE post offering job security, professional growth, and the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families.
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a physiotherapy service, including assessment, intervention, and ongoing service delivery to adults with a range of physical and/or intellectual disabilities. The post holder will be required to work across a variety of settings, including clinics, day services, residential centres, supported living environments, service users’ homes, and community-based settings.
What you can expect when joining the team:
- A welcoming and supportive team environment made up of 3 Senior Physiotherapists and 2 Staff Grade Physiotherapists
- A collaborative, Family-Centred Practice model supporting children aged 0-18 years with complex developmental needs, including physical, sensory, and intellectual disabilities, as well as autism
- Strong support for Continued Professional Development (CPD), with funding available for training, courses, and upskilling
- Opportunities to share knowledge, mentor staff grades, and contribute to service development and best practice
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver high-quality Physiotherapy assessments, diagnostics, and interventions
- Support individuals in achieving functional goals and enhancing quality of life
- Collaborate with a wider interdisciplinary team (OT, SLT, Psychology, etc.)
- Provide services across diverse settings tailored to the individual’s needs
- Contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives
Essential Requirements:
- BSc in Physiotherapy (or equivalent)
- CORU registration
- Be eligible for membership of the Irish Society of Chartered Physiotherapists.
- Experience in disability, rehabilitation, or community-based physiotherapy (desirable)
- Experience working with adults with physical or intellectual disabilities(desirable).
- Training or interest in areas such as postural management, tone management, mobility aids, or Neurorehabilitation.
- Familiarity with assistive technologies, splinting, or orthotic prescription.
- Full drivers License.
This is a rare and exciting opportunity to join a well-established Interdisciplinary team, where you will feel valued, supported, and empowered in your work.
How to Apply:
If you are a Senior Physiotherapist, seeking more information or if you wish to apply, please contact Charlene Cooke by email at or by phone at +353 89 9455139
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