Senior Stroke Occupational Therapist
Posted 5 days 13 hours ago by Beaumont-Hospita
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Dublin, Dublin, Ireland
Job Description
Overview Post Title:
Senior Occupational Therapist (Stroke service )
Post Status:
Specified Purpose Contract
Department
Occupational Therapy
Location:
Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9
Reports to:
Occupational Therapy Manager
Salary:
Appointment will be made on Senior Occupational Therapist scale
(€65,197 - €76,767) at a point in line with Government pay policy.
Hours of work:
Full-time 35 hours
Closing Date:
12:00 noon on 9th November 2026
Position Summary:
The post holder will lead and deliver an integrated expert service to meet the occupational therapy needs of patients within the stroke setting. He/she will work in collaboration with the occupational therapy manager and other neuroscience occupational therapists in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the stroke and neuroscience services. The clinical caseload could include a mixture of in-patients and Early Supported Stroke Discharge patients. There may be instances whereby the successful candidate will assist with other clinical caseloads within the neuroscience setting i.e. Neurosurgery and Neurology during periods of expected/unexpected leave.
The Occupational Therapist should abide by the Code of Ethics of the Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland.
Responsibilities Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Accountability:
The senior occupational therapist is accountable to the occupational therapy manager, Beaumont Hospital.
Professionalism
1. Represent the occupational therapy profession and promote the profile of occupational therapy within in-patient stroke service areas and throughout the organisation, nationally and internationally2. Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning based on experience and clinical expertise in the in-patient stroke setting.
3. Respect the values, beliefs and needs of patients and staff and include patients in decision-making processes as appropriate
4. Support and delegate appropriately to occupational therapy staff working within the in-patient stroke service.
5. Interpret standards of practice, as well as professional codes of conduct, professional and organisational policies ensuring they are incorporated into occupational therapy practice within the in-patient stroke service.6. Recognise when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of authority and include colleagues in the decision making process7. Promote initiatives in the in-patient stroke service that will ensure a high standard of professional practice development in line with improved patient care8. Demonstrate understanding and respect for the roles of all members of the MDT9. Keep up-to-date with developments within the in-patient stroke service in own organisation, professional body, nationally and internationally and apply to practice as appropriate10. Manage own work-life balance and support others (e.g. occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants) with same11. Contribute professional expertise to wider organisational initiatives/ committees/steering groups at local, national and international level12. Provide specialist support to the in patient stroke service staff
Managing a Caseload
1. Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills in completing occupational therapy assessments and interventions with patients referred from the in-patient stroke service.
2. Use advanced prioritisation and planning skills to ensure patients are placed on the appropriate pathway and the timely completion of onward referrals to other services
3. Demonstrate an advanced proficiency in ability to screen and prioritise patients according to clinical needs using clinical reasoning skills and providing support to all occupational therapy staff working in the in-patient stroke service.4. Prioritise and maximise effectiveness of intervention using available resources to ensure in-patient stroke service demands are optimally met e.g. appropriate delegation to occupational therapy colleagues and occupational therapy assistant
5. Ensure collaboration with other relevant MDT colleagues for complex patient presentation to ensure holistic approach to patient care6. Balance clinical demands with other responsibilities (e.g. research, administration, service development, teaching, CPD, staff supervision) through effective time management and organisational skills
Communication
1. Communicate oral and written information in a clear, concise and well-structured manner appropriate to the content and the target audience2. Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues at clinical and management levels within the in-patient stroke service.
3. Facilitate and maintain open communication within own service and department4. Promote and foster effective cross discipline communications and evaluation processes with MDT colleagues, advocating shared discharge planning for optimal patient care
5. Deal constructively with obstacles and conflict to ensure patient focused decision-making within the MDT
6. Build relations and links with community colleagues, working together to promote and enhance appropriate patient pathways for a seamless service
7. Ensure that communication with patients and families /carers is appropriate and timely and develop written resource packs for patients/carers as indicated8. Present lectures, service evaluation, audit and research projects at local, national and international level9. Negotiate clearly and effectively with relevant stakeholders
Planning, Maintaining and Evaluating a Quality Service
1. Demonstrate an excellent level of clinical knowledge and skills of stroke service presentations and risk factors and provide senior support in decision-making for other occupational therapy staff
2. Working with MDT colleagues, demonstrate advanced clinical skills in the in-patient stroke service, assisting with advanced diagnostic, prognostic and patient management within the service
3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of care pathways appropriate to patients attending the in-patient stroke service and proactively work with senior MDT colleagues to design and implement processes to improve flow for patients
4. Take a key role in discharge planning
5. Recognise appropriate services and supports (OT, MDT and other) to optimise patient outcomes and identify the need for appropriate onward consultation or referral
6. Design and implement processes and procedures to ensure the highest standards of practice are met in the in patient occupational therapy stroke service by establishing governance systems
7. Report emerging risk issues to the occupational therapy manager and other relevant senior staff within the in patient stroke service
8. Work collaboratively with the MDT to identify, plan and implement interdisciplinary practices
9. Foster and lead a culture and practice of evaluating service outcomes and other data collection and implementing quality improvement initiatives as appropriate
10. Develop and implement strategic service and business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. based on up to date evidence based practice and report on outcomes in collaboration with the occupational therapy manager and other stakeholders
11. Oversee, evaluate and advise the occupational therapy manager on optimal resource utilisation for effective service delivery and optimal patient and service outcomes
Leadership and Service Development
1. Understand the principles of the operational management of the in patient stroke service and be responsible for the day to day management of this clinical speciality area
2. Act as an expert occupational therapy clinical resource for the neuroscience MDT, occupational therapy service and students
3. Promote the role of occupational therapy service in the in patient stroke service in the organisation and at national and international level
4. Lead senior clinical decision making processes within the in patient stroke service
5. Identify and prioritise the requirements of the in patient stroke service within a constantly changing environment
6. Develop guidelines for safe and effective practice in the in patient occupational therapy stroke service
7. Refine and advance occupational therapy practice within in patient stroke service and develop formal links with appropriate national and international networks
8. Represent the in patient occupational therapy stroke service , nationally and internationally as required
9. Deputise for the occupational therapy manager in his/ her absence as required
10. Explore and champion new initiatives, practices and models of care, in line with best practice, to improve the patient experience and outcome
11. Seek to identify and avail of opportunities to assist with and contribute to strategic planning e.g. development of business cases12. Develop and implement new service initiatives in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders such as occupational therapy manager, MDT members etc.13. Assist the occupational therapy manager in the recruitment of staff14. Ensure that an efficient system of stock control is maintained
15. Act as a role model for occupational therapy staff and staff of other professions, in the areas of clinical competence, attitude and enthusiasm of occupational therapy, being available as a resource for staff
16 . click apply for full job details
Senior Occupational Therapist (Stroke service )
Post Status:
Specified Purpose Contract
Department
Occupational Therapy
Location:
Beaumont Hospital, Dublin 9
Reports to:
Occupational Therapy Manager
Salary:
Appointment will be made on Senior Occupational Therapist scale
(€65,197 - €76,767) at a point in line with Government pay policy.
Hours of work:
Full-time 35 hours
Closing Date:
12:00 noon on 9th November 2026
Position Summary:
The post holder will lead and deliver an integrated expert service to meet the occupational therapy needs of patients within the stroke setting. He/she will work in collaboration with the occupational therapy manager and other neuroscience occupational therapists in planning, co-ordinating, delivering and evaluating the stroke and neuroscience services. The clinical caseload could include a mixture of in-patients and Early Supported Stroke Discharge patients. There may be instances whereby the successful candidate will assist with other clinical caseloads within the neuroscience setting i.e. Neurosurgery and Neurology during periods of expected/unexpected leave.
The Occupational Therapist should abide by the Code of Ethics of the Association of Occupational Therapists of Ireland.
Responsibilities Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Accountability:
The senior occupational therapist is accountable to the occupational therapy manager, Beaumont Hospital.
Professionalism
1. Represent the occupational therapy profession and promote the profile of occupational therapy within in-patient stroke service areas and throughout the organisation, nationally and internationally2. Demonstrate sound clinical reasoning based on experience and clinical expertise in the in-patient stroke setting.
3. Respect the values, beliefs and needs of patients and staff and include patients in decision-making processes as appropriate
4. Support and delegate appropriately to occupational therapy staff working within the in-patient stroke service.
5. Interpret standards of practice, as well as professional codes of conduct, professional and organisational policies ensuring they are incorporated into occupational therapy practice within the in-patient stroke service.6. Recognise when it is appropriate to refer decisions to a higher level of authority and include colleagues in the decision making process7. Promote initiatives in the in-patient stroke service that will ensure a high standard of professional practice development in line with improved patient care8. Demonstrate understanding and respect for the roles of all members of the MDT9. Keep up-to-date with developments within the in-patient stroke service in own organisation, professional body, nationally and internationally and apply to practice as appropriate10. Manage own work-life balance and support others (e.g. occupational therapists, occupational therapy assistants) with same11. Contribute professional expertise to wider organisational initiatives/ committees/steering groups at local, national and international level12. Provide specialist support to the in patient stroke service staff
Managing a Caseload
1. Demonstrate advanced clinical reasoning and problem solving skills in completing occupational therapy assessments and interventions with patients referred from the in-patient stroke service.
2. Use advanced prioritisation and planning skills to ensure patients are placed on the appropriate pathway and the timely completion of onward referrals to other services
3. Demonstrate an advanced proficiency in ability to screen and prioritise patients according to clinical needs using clinical reasoning skills and providing support to all occupational therapy staff working in the in-patient stroke service.4. Prioritise and maximise effectiveness of intervention using available resources to ensure in-patient stroke service demands are optimally met e.g. appropriate delegation to occupational therapy colleagues and occupational therapy assistant
5. Ensure collaboration with other relevant MDT colleagues for complex patient presentation to ensure holistic approach to patient care6. Balance clinical demands with other responsibilities (e.g. research, administration, service development, teaching, CPD, staff supervision) through effective time management and organisational skills
Communication
1. Communicate oral and written information in a clear, concise and well-structured manner appropriate to the content and the target audience2. Build and maintain effective relationships with colleagues at clinical and management levels within the in-patient stroke service.
3. Facilitate and maintain open communication within own service and department4. Promote and foster effective cross discipline communications and evaluation processes with MDT colleagues, advocating shared discharge planning for optimal patient care
5. Deal constructively with obstacles and conflict to ensure patient focused decision-making within the MDT
6. Build relations and links with community colleagues, working together to promote and enhance appropriate patient pathways for a seamless service
7. Ensure that communication with patients and families /carers is appropriate and timely and develop written resource packs for patients/carers as indicated8. Present lectures, service evaluation, audit and research projects at local, national and international level9. Negotiate clearly and effectively with relevant stakeholders
Planning, Maintaining and Evaluating a Quality Service
1. Demonstrate an excellent level of clinical knowledge and skills of stroke service presentations and risk factors and provide senior support in decision-making for other occupational therapy staff
2. Working with MDT colleagues, demonstrate advanced clinical skills in the in-patient stroke service, assisting with advanced diagnostic, prognostic and patient management within the service
3. Demonstrate advanced knowledge of care pathways appropriate to patients attending the in-patient stroke service and proactively work with senior MDT colleagues to design and implement processes to improve flow for patients
4. Take a key role in discharge planning
5. Recognise appropriate services and supports (OT, MDT and other) to optimise patient outcomes and identify the need for appropriate onward consultation or referral
6. Design and implement processes and procedures to ensure the highest standards of practice are met in the in patient occupational therapy stroke service by establishing governance systems
7. Report emerging risk issues to the occupational therapy manager and other relevant senior staff within the in patient stroke service
8. Work collaboratively with the MDT to identify, plan and implement interdisciplinary practices
9. Foster and lead a culture and practice of evaluating service outcomes and other data collection and implementing quality improvement initiatives as appropriate
10. Develop and implement strategic service and business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. based on up to date evidence based practice and report on outcomes in collaboration with the occupational therapy manager and other stakeholders
11. Oversee, evaluate and advise the occupational therapy manager on optimal resource utilisation for effective service delivery and optimal patient and service outcomes
Leadership and Service Development
1. Understand the principles of the operational management of the in patient stroke service and be responsible for the day to day management of this clinical speciality area
2. Act as an expert occupational therapy clinical resource for the neuroscience MDT, occupational therapy service and students
3. Promote the role of occupational therapy service in the in patient stroke service in the organisation and at national and international level
4. Lead senior clinical decision making processes within the in patient stroke service
5. Identify and prioritise the requirements of the in patient stroke service within a constantly changing environment
6. Develop guidelines for safe and effective practice in the in patient occupational therapy stroke service
7. Refine and advance occupational therapy practice within in patient stroke service and develop formal links with appropriate national and international networks
8. Represent the in patient occupational therapy stroke service , nationally and internationally as required
9. Deputise for the occupational therapy manager in his/ her absence as required
10. Explore and champion new initiatives, practices and models of care, in line with best practice, to improve the patient experience and outcome
11. Seek to identify and avail of opportunities to assist with and contribute to strategic planning e.g. development of business cases12. Develop and implement new service initiatives in collaboration with appropriate stakeholders such as occupational therapy manager, MDT members etc.13. Assist the occupational therapy manager in the recruitment of staff14. Ensure that an efficient system of stock control is maintained
15. Act as a role model for occupational therapy staff and staff of other professions, in the areas of clinical competence, attitude and enthusiasm of occupational therapy, being available as a resource for staff
16 . click apply for full job details