Job type: Full Time

Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical Oncology)

Job Title: Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology
Location: Limerick

Contract: Fulltime, Permanent

Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a new state-of-the-art oncology centre in Limerick, to recruit an experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist, Medical Oncology to play a key role in the development and delivery of a modern, patient-centred cancer service.

This is a unique opportunity to join a service at inception, where specialist nursing leadership, innovation, and evidence-based practice are central to how care is designed and delivered.

Overview of the Role

The Clinical Nurse Specialist – Medical Oncology will provide expert, autonomous nursing care to patients diagnosed with cancer, supporting them throughout diagnosis, active treatment, and survivorship.

The CNS will act as a key point of contact for patients and families, providing specialist clinical assessment, symptom management, psychosocial support, education, and telephone triage using validated tools such as UKONS.

Working as part of the acute haematology and oncology multidisciplinary team, the CNS will ensure high-quality, safe, and evidence-based care in line with NCCP guidelines, national standards, and organisational policies.

The role is developed around the five core concepts of the CNS role as defined by the NCNM framework: Clinical Focus, Patient / Client Advocacy, Education & Training, Audit & Research and Consultancy & Clinical Leadership.

Key Responsibilities

The CNS will provide both direct and indirect specialist nursing care, including:

  • Deliver a specialist nursing service to patients with a new or existing cancer diagnosis
  • Undertake comprehensive patient assessments (physical, psychological, social, spiritual)
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualised plans of care in collaboration with the MDT
  • Monitor patient response to SACT and manage treatment-related toxicities
  • Provide nurse-led clinics with MDT input
  • Undertake unscheduled patient reviews in oncology/haematology day units
  • Provide telephone triage and clinical advice using the UKONS framework
  • Coordinate investigations, treatment pathways, and follow-up care
  • Provide patient and family education pre-, during, and post-treatment
  • Support medication reconciliation and polypharmacy management
  • Promote symptom control, self-management strategies, and escalation pathways
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient databases (survivorship outcomes)
  • Lead development and implementation of evidence-based policies, procedures, and guidelines (PPPGs)
  • Support survivorship services in line with HIQA and national best practice
  • Act as a clinical resource to nursing, medical, pharmacy, and allied health colleagues
  • Advocate for patients and families throughout the cancer journey
  • Support informed decision-making and shared care planning
  • Uphold patient dignity, privacy, and confidentiality
  • Promote patient-centred, compassionate care
  • Challenge practices that compromise quality or safety of care

Education & Training

  • Maintain expert clinical competence in cancer nursing
  • Provide education and support to patients, families, and carers
  • Mentor and precept nursing colleagues and students
  • Contribute to education programmes for MDT colleagues
  • Promote survivorship education and self-management
  • Actively engage in Continuous Professional Development (CPD)

Audit & Research

  • Maintain a register of patients referred to the CNS service
  • Collect and analyse data aligned with national KPIs and NCCP guidelines
  • Initiate and participate in audit and research projects
  • Use audit outcomes to improve service delivery and patient outcomes
  • Contribute to oncology nursing research and service evaluation

Consultancy & Leadership

  • Provide leadership in oncology nursing practice
  • Act as a clinical role model and specialist resource
  • Contribute to development of clinical standards and pathways
  • Support integrated care models across acute, community, and voluntary services
  • Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders

Quality, Risk & Safety

  • Adhere to HIQA standards, national safety frameworks, and organisational policies
  • Participate in clinical risk reporting and quality improvement initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with infection prevention and control standards
  • Promote a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement

Essential Qualifications & Experience

  • Registration as a General Nurse on the active register of the Nursing & Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI)
  • A recognised post-registration qualification in Oncology Nursing (Higher Diploma / Postgraduate qualification or in pursuit of same)
  • Minimum 4 years post-registration experience in cancer care / medical oncology
  • Demonstrated clinical expertise in Systemic Anti-Cancer Therapies (SACT)
  • Evidence of ongoing CPD and professional development
  • Ability to practice safely within scope of practice and professional accountability

Clinical Competencies

  • Competent in IV and oral chemotherapy administration
  • Competent in CVAD access, maintenance, and care
  • Competent in IV cannulation and venepuncture
  • Experience using clinical IT systems (Word, Excel, Email, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proven leadership and MDT collaboration skills
  • Commitment to high-quality, patient-centred cancer care
  • Strong interest in service development, audit, and education

What’s on Offer:

  • Competitive salary in line with experience
  • Supportive oncology leadership and MDT environment
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities
  • Opportunity to shape and develop CNS services
  • Work in a progressive oncology service committed to best practice

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive pension plan, and company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
  • Critical Illness cover, for all employees up to the age of 66.
  • Relocation package
  • Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellness.
  • Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
  • Annual leave of 27 days.
  • Access to cutting edge Radiation therapy technology/equipment.

Apply Now:

If you are an experienced Oncology Nurse ready to progress into or continue in a Clinical Nurse Specialist role in Medical Oncology, we would love to hear from you.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.

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Senior Occupational Therapist (Adult disabilities)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Disability Services
Location: Longford or Mullingar (Community Adult Disability Team)
Contract Type: Full-time Agency Contract (35 hours per week)
Salary: HSE Senior Occupational Therapist Pay Scale (commensurate with experience)

Excel Recruitment is currently recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a well-established Adult Disability Team in Longford / Mullingar.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist with a passion for adult physical and sensory disability, including conditions such as Motor Neurone Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, neurological conditions, and complex physical disabilities.

This role offers a rewarding community-based caseload, strong multidisciplinary collaboration, and an excellent work-life balance.

About the Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist within Adult Disability Services, you will work with adults who have physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities, supporting independence, participation, and quality of life across home and community settings.

You will play a key role in clinical leadership, service development, and the supervision of junior staff, while delivering high-quality, evidence-based occupational therapy interventions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults with physical, sensory, and neurological disabilities
  • Manage a complex caseload including MS, Motor Neurone Disease, acquired neurological conditions, and long-term disability
  • Develop and implement individualised intervention plans focusing on functional independence, mobility, seating, housing, and assistive technology
  • Provide specialist OT input across ADLs, fatigue management, upper limb function, and environmental adaptations
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including physiotherapy, speech and language therapy, nursing, and medical staff
  • Offer clinical supervision and mentorship to junior Occupational Therapists and therapy assistants
  • Contribute to service planning, quality improvement, and best practice within Adult Disability Services

Essential Requirements

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist
  • Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, with at least 1 year in Adult Disability, Physical Disability, or Neurology
  • Strong experience working with physical and sensory disabilities
  • Excellent communication, clinical reasoning, and report-writing skills
  • Experience supervising or mentoring junior staff (desirable for Senior grade)
  • Full clean driver’s licence and access to a car (essential for community work)

What’s on Offer

  • HSE Senior OT salary scale
  • Full-time, 35-hour week with excellent work-life balance
  • Ongoing CPD, training, and professional development
  • Regular clinical supervision and MDT support
  • Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in Adult Disability Services

Apply Now

If you are a Senior Occupational Therapist looking to progress your career within Adult Disability Services in Longford or Mullingar, we would love to hear from you.

Speech and Language Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Staff grade Speech and Language Therapist – Acute Hospital

Location: Blanchardstown, Dublin
Hours: 35 hours per week (Full-time)
Contract: 6 -12 contract (high likelihood of further extension)

Salary: HSE Pay Scale Applies, depending on experience

Looking for a role where you can build your acute experience and make a real impact on patient care.

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff Grade Speech and Language Therapist to join a hospital in Blanchardstown, Dublin. This role offers an initial 6-month placement with a high likelihood of extension to one year of further.

About the Department

The Speech and Language Therapy department in this hospital delivers a high-quality, evidence-based service to adults across all acute care areas including Stroke, Age-Related Care, Critical Care, Respiratory, General Medicine, and Surgery. The successful candidate will work closely with an established SLT team, assessing, diagnosing, and treating communication and swallowing disorders for adult inpatients.

What to Expect

  • Work in a leading acute hospital with a well-established SLT team
  • Manage a diverse caseload, with opportunities to specialise in neurological and complex swallowing disorders
  • Receive full CPD support and regular clinical supervision
  • Join a supportive multidisciplinary environment with a strong focus on patient-centred care
  • Career growth opportunities within a structured HSE setting

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct detailed assessments for patients with communication, cognitive-communication, and swallowing difficulties
  • Manage a caseload including elderly patients and those with neurological conditions (stroke, brain injury, progressive neurological disease)
  • Deliver evidence-based dysphagia interventions, maintaining best practice standards
  • Collaborate with the MDT (medical, nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy) to ensure holistic care
  • Provide education and training for hospital staff, patients, and families on communication and swallowing strategies
  • Maintain accurate records and contribute to clinical audits and service improvement projects
  • Actively participate in supervision and CPD activities

Essential Requirements

  • Recognised qualification in Speech & Language Therapy
  • CORU registration (or eligibility)
  • Dysphagia qualification and experience in an acute care setting
  • Experience in neurological rehabilitation, stroke care, and/or orthopaedics
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced hospital environment

What you need to do now:

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 9455139

Senior Radiation Therapist

Job Title: Senior Radiation Therapist
Location: Cork

Contract: Fulltime, Permanent, 35 hours per week

Do you enjoy leading and supporting a Radiotherapy team while staying hands‑on clinically?
This Senior Radiation Therapist role in Cork offers the ideal balance of advanced clinical practice, team leadership, and professional development within a modern Radiation Oncology department.

Excel Recruitment is proud to partner with a leading, well-established hospital in Cork to recruit an experienced Senior Radiation Therapist / Senior Therapy Radiographer to join their expanding Radiation Oncology Department on a permanent, full-time basis.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a CORU-registered Senior Radiation Therapist who is passionate about patient-centred care, clinical excellence, and leadership within Radiotherapy.

The Role – Senior Radiation Therapist

As a Senior Radiation Therapist, you will play a key role within the multidisciplinary Radiation Oncology team, delivering high-quality radiotherapy treatments to patients with cancer and selected benign conditions. You will provide expert clinical care while supporting, mentoring, and guiding junior Radiotherapy staff.

This role offers an excellent balance of hands-on clinical work, leadership responsibility, and professional development in a modern Radiotherapy environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver safe, accurate, and high-quality radiation therapy treatments in line with prescribed treatment plans and departmental protocols
  • Justify and evaluate pre-treatment imaging and ensure precise treatment delivery
  • Provide compassionate psychosocial support to patients throughout their treatment journey
  • Perform CT simulations and clinical mark-ups as requested by the Radiation Oncologist
  • Administer oral and IV contrast agents (where competency is held)
  • Accurately record and maintain patient data within the ARIA system
  • Identify and report any treatment deviations to the Physics team promptly
  • Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to support coordinated patient care
  • Supervise, mentor, and train junior Radiotherapy staff, ensuring competency and professional development
  • Support the implementation of new technologies, procedures, and service improvements
  • Maintain compliance with all radiation safety regulations and quality standards
  • Actively engage in continuous professional development (CPD) in line with CORU requirements

To be considered for this Senior Radiation Therapist job in Cork, you must have:

  • A recognised qualification in Radiation Therapy
  • Current CORU registration
  • A minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience as a Radiation Therapist
  • Proven leadership and supervisory experience within a Radiotherapy setting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Experience in quality assurance, clinical audit, and service development
  • Excellent organisational, time-management, and attention-to-detail skills
  • A strong commitment to patient-centred care and professional excellence

Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary and performance-related pay and premium pay where applicable.
  • Comprehensive pension plan, and company funded Death in Service Benefit x 3 times.
  • Critical Illness cover, for all employees up to the age of 66.
  • Relocation package
  • Commitment to work-life balance and employee wellness.
  • Fully paid maternity and paternity leave.
  • Annual leave up to a maximum of 27 days.
  • Access to cutting edge Radiation therapy technology/equipment.
  • Work with a hugely supported Radiation therapy manager and a dynamic team of leading oncologists.

What you need to do now:

If you are a Senior Radiation Therapist seeking a permanent role in Cork within a progressive Radiotherapy department, we would love to hear from you.

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone on 089 9455139.

Staff grade Clinical Psychologist

Job Title: Staff Grade Clinical Psychologist
Locations: South Dublin (Ballyfermot)
Contract Type: Fulltime, Monday to Friday, 35 hour week
Salary: HSE Aligned Pay Scales

Excel Recruitment are excited to be recruiting Staff Grade Clinical Psychologists on behalf of Child Primary Care Teams in south Dublin.

These Child Primary Care teams are at the heart of early intervention, delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychological supports to children and young people in a warm, inclusive, and family-centred environment.

Bring your clinical expertise and compassion to support children and families facing a range of emotional, developmental, and behavioural challenges including:

  • Autism Spectrum Conditions
  • ADHD
  • Anxiety and mood-related difficulties
  • Attachment, family and school-related issues

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide psychological assessments and therapeutic support to children presenting with a wide range of emotional, behavioural, and developmental concerns (e.g. anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum conditions).
  • Develop evidence-informed, child-centred treatment plans in collaboration with children, families, and MDT colleagues.
  • Deliver individual and group-based psychological interventions as appropriate.
  • Engage in collaborative goal setting, therapeutic planning, and case formulation.
  • Provide consultation and support to parents, carers, and other professionals involved in the child’s care.
  • Participate in service development, quality initiatives, and continuous professional improvement.

Eligibility Criteria:

  • Doctorate or equivalent in Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychology and/or Chartered Clinical/Counselling/Educational Psychologist through PSI.
  • Candidates qualified overseas must provide evidence of validation by the Department of Health at the time of application.
  • Eligibility for registration with the Psychological Society of Ireland.
  • Demonstrable knowledge of a range of Psychological assessment and therapeutic models
  • Experience delivering psychological interventions to children and families
  • Excellent clinical assessment, formulation, and therapeutic planning skills
  • Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied caseload.
  • Full driver’s license and access to a car.

What to expect:

  • Competitive HSE salary in line with Psychologists experience.
  • 35 hour work week, Monday-Friday
  • Structured clinical supervision and professional development
  • Supportive Multidisciplinary team environment
  • Flexible work arrangements where possible

What you need to do now:

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139

Radiographer (acute)

Job Title: Staff Grade Radiographer – General X-Ray & Theatre
Location: South Dublin
Job Type: Agency part time
Schedule:Monday – Full Day, Tues- PM, Wed PM Cover, Thur full day,

Salary: Aligned with HSE Payscale for Staff grade Radiographer

Excel Recruitment is delighted to be partnering with a busy hospital in South Dublin to recruit a Staff Grade Radiographer for a dedicated role in General X-Ray and Theatre. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a Radiology department with a highly experienced and supportive Radiology team.

Whether you’re a newly qualified Radiographer looking to build on your skills or an experienced Radiographer looking for Monday-to-Friday position, with no on-call, I’d love to hear from you.

The successful candidate will work with highly skilled Radiographers. You’ll find strong support from the team of dedicated Radiographers.

As a Radiographer you will enhance your current skills and be supported to develop further skills. Take advantage of ongoing training, mentorship, and opportunities for leadership experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide high-quality diagnostic radiographic services in General X-Ray and Theatre settings.
  • Work collaboratively with Radiology colleagues, medical teams and nursing staff to ensure seamless patient care.
  • Ensure all examinations are performed in line with hospital protocols and best practice guidelines.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital and regulatory standards.

Candidate Requirements:

  • CORU registration as a Radiographer.
  • 1 year post-qualification experience in General X-Ray and/or Theatre imaging (desirable)
  • Strong teamwork skills and ability to work independently when required.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to professional development and delivering high standards of patient care.

Apply Today! If you are a motivated, CORU registered Radiographer with commitment to excellence, we want to hear from you.

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 0035389 9455139

Staff Grade Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Staff Grade Occupational Therapist
Location: Clonmel
Contract: Full‑time, 35 hours per week, 6‑month contract with strong potential for extension
Salary: Aligned with HSE Staff Grade pay scale, commensurate with experience

If you are ready for a rewarding new challenge where your skills and experience will be valued and developed, this could be the perfect next step in your professional journey.

Excel Recruitment is currently seeking a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join a well-established team in a busy acute hospital in Clonmel. This is an excellent opportunity to build your clinical skills across a varied caseload including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and Rehabilitation services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centred care across a variety of acute clinical areas including neurology, orthopaedics, medical and surgical wards, stroke, and rehabilitation.
  • Complete comprehensive assessments and develop effective, individualised treatment plans to support functional independence.
  • Work collaboratively with patients, families, and the multidisciplinary team to ensure coordinated and effective care.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation in line with hospital policies and professional standards.
  • Participate in service development initiatives and contribute to quality improvement within the department.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities to further enhance clinical skills.

Requirements:

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist (essential).
  • Minimum of 1 year post-graduate experience in an acute setting OR 1 year adult experience (essential).
  • Strong interest in developing clinical skills across acute hospital services.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development.

Next steps:

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially via email at or by phone at 089-9455139

Staff Grade Occupational Therapist -Adult Primarycare

Job Title: Occupational Therapist (Primary Care Adult)
Location: East Limerick or north Tipperary base
Contract: Agency contract, fulltime, 35 hours per week

Salary: Aligned with HSE Pay Scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting experienced Staff grade Occupational Therapist’s on behalf of Primary Care Team in East Limerick and north Tipperary. The successful candidate can work in East Limerick or north Tipperary.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a community setting, providing essential Occupational Therapy services to adults requiring intervention to enhance their functional abilities and quality of life.

Role Responsibilities:

  • Deliver high-quality Occupational Therapy interventions to adults within the Primary Care setting.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualised care plans to promote functional independence in activities of daily living (ADLs).
  • Provide intervention in areas such as self-care, mobility, housing adaptations, equipment prescription, and falls prevention.
  • Work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, including Physiotherapists, Speech and Language Therapists, Public Health Nurses, and GPs.
  • Supervise and support junior staff, students, and Occupational Therapy Assistants, ensuring high standards of practice.
  • Participate in the development and implementation of service improvement initiatives within the Primary Care team.

Requirements:

  • Be registered on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU.
  • Minimum of three years post-qualification experience, with at least one year in a relevant area such as Primary Care, Community, or Rehabilitation.
  • Strong experience in assessment and intervention planning within a community or primary care setting.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary colleagues and service users.
  • Experience in mentoring and supervising junior staff or students is desirable.
  • A full driver’s license and access to a vehicle are essential.
  • Current residency in Ireland with the legal right to work without restrictions.

What to expect:

  • A dynamic and supportive work environment within a well-established Primary Care Team.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and career development, including access to further training and CPD.
  • Regular clinical supervision.
  • Flexible and community-based working with a strong focus on patient-centred care.
  • Work in the beautiful Thurles and Templemore area, with a strong sense of community and excellent transport links.

Apply Now!

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.

Staff Grade Occupational Therapist (Paediatric)

Job Title: Staff Grade Occupational Therapist – Paediatrics
Job Type: Full Time, Agency Contract
Location: Clondalkin

Salary: Aligned with HSE Staff Grade Occupational Therapist pay scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Staff Grade Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a Primary Care team based in Clondalkin.

If you are ready for a rewarding new challenge where your skills and experience will be valued and developed, this could be the perfect next step in your professional journey.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Occupational Therapist to join a warm, child-centred and well-established multidisciplinary team where you can continue to build your paediatric experience, develop your clinical skills, and make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of children and families by supporting participation, independence, and quality of life.

Overview

As a Staff Grade Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be an important member of the Primary Care multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, child-centred assessment and intervention services for children aged 9 years and older, helping them develop the skills they need to participate more fully in daily life.

You will manage a paediatric caseload and work closely with families, schools, and the wider MDT to deliver interventions that empower children and create meaningful, positive change for those who support them every day.

If you are looking for a rewarding opportunity where your skills will be valued and you can grow your experience within a supportive service, this Clondalkin-based role offers the ideal blend of collaboration, development, and meaningful clinical work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex paediatric caseload, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions
  • Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans
  • Work collaboratively with senior clinicians and the wider team to support high-quality Occupational Therapy services
  • Deliver therapy across clinic, school, home, and group settings
  • Support children with Autism, DCD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including SLTs, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and PHNs
  • Liaise with families, schools, and community professionals to ensure holistic care
  • Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Maintain accurate documentation in line with HSE and CORU standards
  • Engage in ongoing CPD, reflective practice, and continuous professional development

Candidate Requirements

  • Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
  • CORU Registration (Essential)
  • Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification experience, with paediatric experience highly desirable
  • Experience managing complex caseloads and working within multidisciplinary teams
  • A willingness to learn from experienced clinicians and develop specialist paediatric skills
  • Strong knowledge of paediatric conditions including Autism, DCD, ADHD, and developmental delays
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team while managing your own caseload
  • Flexibility to travel within the Clondalkin area as required

How to apply:

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatric)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Paediatrics
Job Type: Full Time, Agency Contract (10 months)
Location: Clondalkin

Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior Occupational Therapist pay scales

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a Primary Care team based in Clondalkin.

You will benefit from strong multidisciplinary collaboration, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to make a visible difference every day.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to step into a senior post within a warm, child-centred and well-established multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to lead clinically, influence service development, mentor junior staff, and make a genuine, lasting difference in the lives of children and families by supporting participation, independence, and quality of life.

Overview

As a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will be a valued senior member of the Primary Care multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, child-centred assessment and intervention services for children aged 9 years and older, helping them develop the skills they need to participate more fully in daily life.

You will manage a complex paediatric caseload, support and guide junior colleagues, and work closely with families, schools, and the wider MDT to deliver interventions that empower children and create meaningful, positive change for those who support them every day.

If you are looking for a senior opportunity where your expertise will be valued and your contribution will shape best practice, this Clondalkin-based role offers the ideal blend of leadership, collaboration, and meaningful clinical work.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage a complex paediatric caseload, delivering high-quality assessments and interventions
  • Develop and implement individualised, evidence-based therapy plans
  • Provide clinical supervision, mentoring, and support to junior Occupational Therapists and students
  • Deliver therapy across clinic, school, home, and group settings
  • Support children with Autism, DCD, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, and other neurodevelopmental conditions
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including SLTs, Physiotherapists, Psychologists, and PHNs
  • Liaise with families, schools, and community professionals to ensure holistic care
  • Contribute to service planning, audits, and quality improvement initiatives
  • Maintain accurate documentation in line with HSE and CORU standards
  • Engage in ongoing CPD, reflective practice, and professional leadership

Candidate Requirements

  • Recognised qualification in Occupational Therapy
  • CORU Registration (Essential)
  • Minimum of 3 years’ post-qualification experience, with paediatric experience for the Senior Occupational Therapist role.
  • Staff Grade Occupational Therapists with 2 years’ post-qualification experience will also be considered for Staff Grade OT opportunities.
  • Experience managing complex caseloads and working within multidisciplinary teams
  • Experience providing supervision or mentorship desirable
  • Strong knowledge of paediatric conditions including Autism, DCD, ADHD, and developmental delays
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and organisational skills
  • Ability to work autonomously and take initiative in a senior role
  • Flexibility to travel within the Clondalkin area as required

How to apply:

For more information about this opportunity, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 945 5139.