Senior Physiotherapist In Paediatric Musculoskeletal / Orthopaedics

Senior Physiotherapist in Paediatric Musculoskeletal / OrthopaedicsDublin, IrelandSpecial Purpose, Full timeClosing date : July 21, 2025 10 : 45 PMWho We Are(CHI) is leading on the clinical and operational transformation of acute paediatric healthcare and consists of hospitals at Crumlin, Temple Street and Tallaght as well as an Urgent Care Centre at Connolly hospital in Blanchardstown.

Skills and attributesCORU RegistrationDescriptionPurpose of the Role The post holder will be expected to live CHI values and be child-centered, compassionate, progressive and will act with respect, excellence and integrity.Provide appropriate physiotherapeutic assessment and treatment in accordance with current best practice to infants and children referred to the Musculoskeletal Physiotherapy team.

This intervention will be both inpatient and outpatient-based and will incorporate specialties such as elective and trauma Orthopaedics and other specialties requiring musculoskeletal physiotherapy input.Attend consultant clinics including Ponseti clinic, ward rounds and multidisciplinary team meetings as appropriate.Work in partnership with the multidisciplinary teams as appropriate.Be responsible for the assessment, diagnosis, formulation of a problem list and treatment plan and discharge planning for each patient in the clinical caseload carried.Ensure timely referral to a community setting with ongoing liaison as appropriate.Ensure appropriate physiotherapy-related equipment provision to the clinical caseload carried linking with community services & outside agencies as needed.Lead out on service developments in collaboration with the Clinical Specialist Physiotherapist in Paediatric MusculoskeletalTake part in collaborative planning and continued development of integrated cross-site Musculoskeletal services across all Children's Health Ireland locations.Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of research findings and new practices within the area of Paediatric MSK / Ortho and apply this knowledge to improve practice and progress service development.Carry out the appropriate physiotherapy treatment of each patient under his / her care with due regard for the CORU Code of Professional Conduct and Ethics for PhysiotherapistsHold a Physiotherapy qualification recognised by the Physiotherapists Registration Board at CORU – candidates must state CORU registration number on application, or CORU application number and date of submission if still awaiting registration number in the case of section 91 applicants.And

All candidates must have three years full time (or equivalent) years post-qualification clinical experience of which one year is in the area of Musculoskeletal PhysiotherapyStrong clinical background & previous experience in Paediatric Physiotherapy of minimum one yearDemonstrate evidence of recent formal continuing professional development relevant to the required area of specialism, in the form of post-graduate qualifications or relevant coursesHow to Apply & Informal Enquiries Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met.

The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria.

• Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV's will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CV's and cover letter is 21st of July by 11 : 45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking 'Apply for Job'. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments.

This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly / fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program.

This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey.

So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date.

It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date. Below, you'll find the list of commencement dates for 2025.

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Childrens Health Ireland is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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