Job Tag: Senior Occupational Therapist

Senior Occupational Therapist (Intellectual disability)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Intellectual Disability Services

Location: Mullingar or Longford
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 Intellectual Disability Service in Mullingar or Longford, supporting adults aged 18 years through to end-of-life care.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist with a strong interest in intellectual disability, lifespan services, and person-centred care, working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team across community and residential settings.

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to work across community and residential settings and be part of a supportive, experienced multidisciplinary team.

The role offers a varied and rewarding caseload, opportunities for clinical leadership, and an excellent work life balance.

About the Role

As a Senior Occupational Therapist within Adult Intellectual Disability Services, you will work with adults with mild, moderate, severe, and profound intellectual disabilities, often with co-existing physical, sensory, mental health, or behavioural support needs.

You will support individuals to maximise independence, participation, choice, and quality of life across all stages of adulthood, including ageing and palliative care, while contributing to service development and the supervision of junior staff.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete comprehensive occupational therapy assessments for adults with intellectual disabilities across home, community, and residential settings
  • Manage a diverse caseload of adults aged 18 years to end of life, with varying levels of ability and complex needs
  • Develop and implement person-centred, individualised intervention plans to support independence in activities of daily living (ADLs), meaningful occupation, and community participation
  • Provide specialist OT input in areas such as sensory processing, environmental adaptations, assistive technology, seating, daily living skills, and ageing with an intellectual disability
  • Support service users with transitions across the lifespan, including transition to adult services, changes in health status, and end-of-life care
  • Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including psychology, nursing, social work, speech and language therapy, physiotherapy, and medical staff
  • Provide clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to junior Occupational Therapists and therapy assistants
  • Contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, and best practice within Intellectual Disability Services.

Essential Requirements

  • CORU registration as an Occupational Therapist
  • Minimum 3 years post-qualification experience, with at least 1 year in Intellectual Disability Services, Adult Disability, or a related area.
  • Experience working with adults with intellectual disabilities and complex needs.
  • Strong skills in person-centred practice, communication, and clinical reasoning.
  • Experience providing supervision or mentorship to junior staff (desirable for Senior grade)
  • Full clean driver’s licence and access to a car (essential for this community-based role)

What’s on Offer

  • HSE Senior Occupational Therapist salary scale
  • Full-time 35-hour working week with excellent work-life balance
  • Access to ongoing CPD, training, and professional development
  • Regular clinical supervision and multidisciplinary team support
  • A rewarding role where you can make a meaningful impact across the adult lifespan

Apply Now

If you are a Senior Occupational Therapist looking to progress your career, please reach out confidentially to Charlene Cooke by email or telephone 00353 89 9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Paediatrics)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Paediatrics
Job Type: Full Time, Agency Contract
Location: Inchicore Primary Care Centre

Salary: Aligned with HSE Senior OT pay scales

Excellent opportunity for a Senior Occupational Therapist looking to progress!

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist to join a Primary Care team based in Inchicore Primary Care Centre, with some sessions in Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist to take on a senior role within a supportive, child-centred multidisciplinary team, offering strong clinical leadership, autonomy, and opportunities to contribute to service development.

Overview

As a Senior Paediatric Occupational Therapist, you will play a key role within the Primary Care multidisciplinary team, delivering high-quality, child-centred assessment and intervention services for children aged 9 years and older.

You will manage a complex paediatric caseload and provide clinical guidance and support to junior staff, while contributing to the ongoing development and enhancement of the service.

This role offers a collaborative and supportive environment, where senior clinicians are encouraged to lead, innovate, and drive best practice in paediatric care.

Summary:

  • HSE-aligned salary at Senior level with increments
  • Comprehensive induction and onboarding
  • Access to HSE training and leadership development programmes
  • Regular clinical supervision and management support
  • Opportunity to provide supervision and mentorship to junior staff
  • Strong multidisciplinary team environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to service development and quality improvement initiatives

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 essential
  • 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 between Inchicore and Ballyfermot sites

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 -Inpatient Mental Health

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist -Adult Mental Health
Location: St. Loman’s Hospital, Mullingar
Contract Type: Full-time or 0.8 WTE, 4 days

Contract length 1 year contract
Salary: Aligned with HSE Payscale for Senior Occupational Therapist

Excel Healthcare are recruiting an Occupational Therapist (Staff Grade or Senior) on behalf of an Adult Mental Health Inpatient Service in Mullingar.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated and compassionate Occupational Therapist with an interest in acute mental health, recovery-focused care, and service development. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to contribute to both frontline clinical care and the evolution of inpatient services.

Job Purpose:

To provide high-quality, recovery-oriented occupational therapy to adults in acute mental health crisis and those preparing for discharge, supporting independence, wellbeing, and meaningful participation in life.

The post holder will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (MDT) across two inpatient units, an admission unit and a rehabilitation/step-down unit, ensuring a balance between intensive intervention and long-term recovery planning.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver occupational therapy assessments and interventions for adults experiencing acute mental health crises.
  • Support clients in preparing for discharge and reintegration into the community.
  • Facilitate individual and group-based interventions with a strong focus on meaningful occupation and recovery.
  • Contribute to the development of two new therapy suites, with opportunities to shape service environment design.
  • For Senior OTs: take an active role in policy development, service redesign, and clinical governance initiatives.
  • Work as part of a committed multidisciplinary team, collaborating with psychiatry, nursing, psychology, and social work colleagues.
  • Participate in clinical audit, service evaluation, and best practice initiatives.

Essential Requirements

  • BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification recognised by CORU)
  • CORU Registration (essential)
  • Demonstrated experience working within adult mental health services, with a strong emphasis on recovery-oriented practice.
  • Advanced clinical reasoning skills, with the ability to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate complex interventions in an inpatient setting.
  • Excellent communication and documentation skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Commitment to person-centred, collaborative approaches to assessment, intervention, and care planning.
  • Evidence of involvement in service development, quality improvement initiatives, policy implementation, or clinical leadership

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary in line with HSE pay scales
  • Monday- Friday 35 hour working week.
  • A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team environment
  • Regular CPD and supervision
  • An opportunity to contribute meaningfully to service development and innovation in community mental health.

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 Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute Hospital, Dublin)
Location: West Dublin
Contract: Fulltime, 35 hours per week, 12 month contract (with potential extension)

Salary: HSE salary scale, aligned with experience

Are you a passionate and experienced Occupational Therapist ready to take the next exciting step in your career?

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive team, gaining experience across a wide range of areas including Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and the Medical Assessment Unit.

Excel Recruitment are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic, Occupational Therapy team in a leading acute hospital in West Dublin.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide expert assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for patients across a variety of acute settings.

Working as a Senior Occupational Therapist offers you the opportunity to develop professionally across various clinical settings. These include Acute Medical & Surgical Wards, Care of the Elderly, Orthopaedics & Trauma, Stroke & Neurology, as well as Acute Rehabilitation Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and provide high-quality patient care within a fast-paced acute setting.
  • Assess, plan, and implement individualised treatment plans for patients in orthopaedics, medical, surgical, and the medical assessment unit.
  • Supervise and mentor junior Occupational Therapists and students.
  • Drive service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Promote functional independence through rehabilitation interventions and discharge planning.
  • Educate patients and their families about therapy goals and progress.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with hospital policies.
  • Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements:

  • CORU Registration as an Occupational Therapist (Essential).
  • A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience, with at least 1 year in an acute hospital setting.
  • Strong clinical skills, particularly in orthopaedics, surgical, and medical rehabilitation.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively to an MDT.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.

Apply Now!

If you are a motivated Senior Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting new challenge in an acute hospital in Dublin, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.

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Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist (Acute Hospital, Dublin)
Location: West Dublin
Contract:, Fulltime, 35 hours per week, 12 month contract (with potential extension)

Salary: HSE salary scale, aligned with experience

Are you ready to take the next step in your Occupational Therapy career in one of Dublin’s leading acute hospitals?

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Occupational Therapist who is ready to step into a senior role, working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team and contributing to the delivery of high-quality, patient-centred care.

Excel Recruitment are seeking a highly motivated, experienced Senior Occupational Therapist to join a dynamic, Occupational Therapy team in a leading acute hospital in West Dublin. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a busy, fast-paced environment where you will make a real difference every day.

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Senior Occupational Therapist to join a busy Occupational Therapy department in a hospital located 6 miles from Dublin city centre.

This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive team, gaining experience across a wide range of areas including Neuro, Stroke, Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and the Medical Assessment Unit.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide expert assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for patients across a variety of acute settings.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will gain exposure and professional growth in a wide range of clinical areas, including: Acute Medical & Surgical Wards, Care of the Elderly, Orthopaedics & Trauma, Stroke & Neurology and Acute Rehabilitation Services.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and provide high-quality patient care within a fast-paced acute setting.
  • Assess, plan, and implement individualised treatment plans for patients in orthopaedics, medical, surgical, and the medical assessment unit.
  • Supervise and mentor junior Occupational Therapists and students.
  • Drive service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Promote functional independence through rehabilitation interventions and discharge planning.
  • Educate patients and their families about therapy goals and progress.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with hospital policies.
  • Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements:

  • CORU Registration as an Occupational Therapist (Essential).
  • A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience, with at least 1 year in an acute hospital setting.
  • Strong clinical skills, particularly in orthopaedics, surgical, and medical rehabilitation.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively to an MDT.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.

Apply Now!

If you are a motivated Senior Occupational Therapist looking for an exciting new challenge in an acute hospital in Dublin, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Adult Disabilities)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Disability Services
Location: Longford
Contract Type: Senior Occupational Therapist: Full-time 1 year agency contract

Are you an experienced Occupational Therapist, passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities?

A well supported HSE disability team in Longford is recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist to join their team.

If you are you looking for an opportunity for growth and development in your occupational therapy career, this is an ideal opportunity for you.

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a well established, adult intellectual disability team in Longford.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine clients’ needs, strengths, and goals.
  • Develop and implement personalised intervention plans to enhance independence, daily living skills, and community participation.
  • Utilise evidence-based occupational therapy techniques to address sensory, motor, and cognitive challenges.
  • Provide clinical leadership in OT-related matters, ensuring quality and safety in service delivery.
  • Offer mentorship and clinical supervision to junior therapists and therapy assistants.
  • Work collaboratively with families, caregivers, and other professionals to support clients in reaching their full potential.

Essential Requirements:

  • CORU-registered Occupational Therapist.
  • For the Senior grade position, a minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience, with at least one year in adult disability services.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues and service users.
  • Experience in mentoring or supervising junior staff is desirable.
  • Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle are essential for this community-based role.

Summary:

  • Competitive salary aligned with the HSE pay scale.
  • Ongoing professional development with access to training and CPD opportunities.
  • Regular clinical supervision and peer support.
  • A fulfilling role where your expertise and dedication truly make a difference.

Next Steps:

If you’re an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to join an Adult Disability Team, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Charlene Cooke at or call +353 89 9455139 today.

Senior Occupational Therapist (Adult Disabilities)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist – Adult Disability Services
Location: Longford
Contract Type: Senior Occupational Therapist: Full-time 6-month agency contract

Contract Type: Staff Grade Occupational Therapist: Full-time, 6-month agency contract
Salary: In line with HSE Pay Scales

Are you an Occupational Therapist passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities?

A well supported HSE disability team in Longford is recruiting passionate Occupational Therapist to join their team.

If you are you looking for an opportunity for growth and development in your occupational therapy career, this is an ideal opportunity for you.

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist and a Staff Grade Occupational Therapist to join an adult intellectual disability team in Longford.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct comprehensive evaluations to determine clients’ needs, strengths, and goals.
  • Develop and implement personalised intervention plans to enhance independence, daily living skills, and community participation.
  • Utilise evidence-based occupational therapy techniques to address sensory, motor, and cognitive challenges.
  • Provide clinical leadership in OT-related matters, ensuring quality and safety in service delivery.
  • Offer mentorship and clinical supervision to junior therapists and therapy assistants.
  • Work collaboratively with families, caregivers, and other professionals to support clients in reaching their full potential.

Essential Requirements:

  • CORU-registered Occupational Therapist.
  • For the Senior grade position, a minimum of three years’ post-qualification experience, with at least one year in adult disability services.
  • For the Staff grade position, a minimum of one-year post-qualification experience, with at least one year in adult disability services.
  • Strong communication and teamwork skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary colleagues and service users.
  • Experience in mentoring or supervising junior staff is desirable.
  • Full driver’s license and access to a vehicle are essential for this community-based role.

Summary:

  • Competitive salary aligned with the HSE pay scale.
  • Ongoing professional development with access to training and CPD opportunities.
  • Regular clinical supervision and peer support.
  • A fulfilling role where your expertise and dedication truly make a difference.

Next Steps:

If you’re an experienced Occupational Therapist looking to join an Adult Disability Team, we’d love to hear from you. Contact Charlene Cooke at or call +353 89 9455139 today.

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Occupational Therapist (Later Life Psychiatry)

Job Title: Senior or Staff grade Occupational Therapist – Later Life Psychiatry Inpatient Service
Location: Mullingar, Co. Westmeath
Contract Type: Agency, 1-Year Contract
Salary: Aligned with HSE Payscales for Senior Occupational Therapist

Excel Healthcare is proud to be recruiting an Occupational Therapist on behalf of an inpatient Later Life Psychiatry Team based in Mullingar.

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Occupational Therapist with a strong clinical interest in later life psychiatry and working with the ageing population.

We require an Occupational Therapist who’s confident managing complex mental health presentations in a rehabilitation-focused inpatient setting.

Key Aspects of the Role:

  • Close collaboration with a Senior OT in the Community Later Life Psychiatry Team.
  • Older adults with dementia and/or long-standing mental health challenges now presenting with age-related needs.
  • Seating assessments and interventions, particularly for clients with complex physical and cognitive needs.
  • Supporting meaningful engagement in daily activities within the inpatient setting.
  • Working towards discharge planning in collaboration with the community OT team.
  • You will be part of a compassionate team who are committed to our patients wellbeing.
  • A broader network of Mental Health OTs across the Mullingar area
  • Line management provided by a dedicated Mental Health Occupational Therapy Manager.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver Occupational therapy interventions to older adults with cognitive, physical, and mental health needs.
  • Conduct comprehensive assessments with a focus on functional ability, cognitive function, and daily living skills
  • Develop and implement compensatory strategies that support autonomy and participation in meaningful activities.
  • Complete specialist seating assessments and interventions for clients with complex needs.
  • Facilitate individual and group-based programmes within the inpatient environment.
  • Support the discharge planning process in close collaboration with the Community Later Life Psychiatry OT team.
  • Contribute to the development of the OT service, engage in clinical audit, and support best practice initiatives.
  • Work as part of a committed multidisciplinary team, including nursing, psychiatry, social work, and psychology.

Essential Requirements:

  • BSc or MSc in Occupational Therapy (or equivalent qualification recognised by CORU)
  • CORU Registration (essential)
  • A strong interest in working with older adults in a mental health context.
  • Confidence in delivering compensatory and enabling interventions.
  • A collaborative and person-centred approach to care planning and rehabilitation.
  • Experience or interest in seating and positioning interventions.
  • A collaborative, recovery-oriented, and person-centred approach.
  • Excellent clinical reasoning, communication, and documentation skills.

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 Occupational Therapist (Acute Medicine and Surgery)

Job Title: Senior Occupational Therapist, Acute Medicine and Surgery (fulltime, permanent
Location: Tallaght, Dublin 24
Contract: Fulltime, 35 hours per week

Salary: HSE salary scale €64,551-€76,007

Excel Recruitment are recruiting a Senior Occupational Therapist to join a one of Ireland’s teaching hospitals. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic, supportive team, gaining experience across a wide range of areas including Orthopaedics, Medical, Surgical, and the Medical Assessment Unit.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will provide expert assessment, intervention, and discharge planning for patients across a variety of acute settings.

As a Senior Occupational Therapist, you will gain exposure and professional growth in a wide range of clinical areas, including: Acute Medical & Surgical Wards, Care of the Elderly, Orthopaedics & Trauma, Stroke & Neurology and Acute Rehabilitation Services.

Benefits

  • Up to 5 paid study days per year plus access to CPD funding.
  • Free access to CPD courses via the on-site Centre for Learning & Development.
  • Access to an in-house team specifically designed to provide coaching and financial backing for your service development projects.
  • Regular, structured clinical supervision and internal clinical skills workshops.
  • On-site creche, subsidised canteen (The Phoenix), and a robust Employee Assistance Programme.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and provide high-quality patient care within a fast-paced acute setting.
  • Assess, plan, and implement individualised treatment plans for patients in orthopaedics, medical, surgical, and the medical assessment unit.
  • Supervise and mentor junior Occupational Therapists and students.
  • Drive service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Promote functional independence through rehabilitation interventions and discharge planning.
  • Educate patients and their families about therapy goals and progress.
  • Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in line with hospital policies.
  • Participate in service development initiatives and quality improvement projects.
  • Engage in continuous professional development and training opportunities.

Requirements:

  • CORU Registration as an Occupational Therapist (Essential).
  • A minimum of 3 years post-graduate experience, with at least 1 year in an acute hospital setting.
  • Strong clinical skills, particularly in orthopaedics, surgical, and medical rehabilitation.
  • Proven ability to work autonomously while also contributing effectively to an MDT.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to support patients and work effectively within a team.
  • Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.

Apply Now!

If you are a motivated Senior OT looking for a role that offers both clinical challenge and exceptional rewards, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Charlene Cooke confidentially at or call +353 89 9455139.