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Therapy Assistant Naas General Hospital. There are currently four permanent whole-time vacancy available in Naas Hospital. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Therapy Assistants from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: Joan Elliott Occupational Therapist Manager joan.elliott@hse.ie Phone: 045 843030 Or Emma McGrane Physiotherapy Manager emma.mcgrane@hse.ie Phone: 045 849507 HR Point of Contact: DML is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Name: Olivia Girvin Position: HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: Olivia.Girvin@hse.ie Tel: 087 957 4869 Purpose of the Post: The Therapy Assistant’s role will be to work under the direction and guidance of the Manager and/or supervising therapist to support the Health and Social Care Professionals (HSCPs) (specifically Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech and Language Therapy, Nutrition & Dietetics) in the provision of a rehabilitation service to patients in NGH. The Therapy Assistant is assigned by a member of the HSCP team to perform skilled and unskilled tasks as selected by the therapist, in specific situations, and where the HSCP remains the person ultimately responsible for these tasks. In addition to supporting the therapists with the provision of high quality patient-centred therapy services the Therapy Assistant will manage administrative duties, maintain hygiene and health and safety policies as appropriate. Eligibility Criteria Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc. Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have the following: (i) Possess a relevant* health skills QQI Level 5 qualification (formerly FETAC) having achieved the associated Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice OR Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice OR Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Practice at QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) OR (ii) Possess a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and give an undertaking to successfully complete an approved programme leading to QQI Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice OR Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice OR Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Practice within 1 year of taking up duty. OR (iii) Be currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or in a comparable role for at least 1 year and give an undertaking to acquire an appropriate healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award, having achieved the associated Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice OR Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice OR Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Practice within 1 year of taking up post. OR (iv) Have completed the relevant QQI Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice OR Physiotherapy Assistant Theory and Physiotherapy Assistant Practice OR Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Theory and Speech and Language Therapy Assistant Practice and give a commitment to successfully complete a QQI Level 5 major award within 1 year of taking up post. OR (v) An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction. And (b) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 2. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Note: With regard to Criterion (i), the listing below is considered relevant health skills QQI (formerly FETAC) Level 5* qualifications: - QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support - QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies - QQI Level 5 Community Care - QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills - QQI Level 5 Community Health Services (A full QQI/FETAC 5 Major award requires a minimum of 120 credits/8 Modules – Please note a Component Certificate will not suffice.) With regard to Criterion (ii), a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) is considered to be a qualification with applied patient care modules / placements typically but not limited to qualifications in: Social Care Work, Nursing, Therapy Professions etc. Post specific requirements Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in the recent past of providing direct care to patients Demonstrate evidence of working in a Health or Social Care setting
NAAS-- - Occupational Therapy Assistant
Occupational Therapy Assistant Naas General Hospital. There is currently one permanent whole-time vacancy available. A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Occupational Therapy Assistants from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries: Joan Elliott Occupational Therapist Manager joan.elliott@hse.ie Phone: 045 843030 HR Point of Contact: DML is committed to providing information and services which are accessible to all, if you require accessibility assistance throughout any stage of the recruitment process, please contact: Name: Rachel Smith Position: HR Recruitment Officer HSE Dublin and Midlands Email: Rachel.smitp@hse.ie Tel: 087 1881997 Purpose of the Post: The Occupational Therapy Assistants in Naas General Hospital provide group and individual programmes for patients under the supervision of the Occupational Therapist in all clinical areas. The Occupational Therapy Assistants are involved in the management of pressure relieving mattresses, pressure relieving cushions and bariatric equipment within the hospital working closely with Tissue Viability Nurses Eligibility Criteria Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition have the following: (i) Possess a relevant* health skills QQI Level 5 qualification (formerly FETAC) having achieved the associated Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice at QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) Or (ii) Possess a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) and give an undertaking to successfully complete an approved programme leading to QQI Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice within 1 year of taking up duty. Or (iii) Be currently employed as an Occupational Therapy Assistant, Healthcare Assistant, Care Assistant, Attendant, Multi-Task Attendant or in a comparable role for at least 1 year and give an undertaking to acquire an appropriate healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) major award, having achieved the associated Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice within 1 year of taking up post. Or (iv) Have completed the relevant QQI Level 5 minor awards in both Occupational Therapy Assistant Theory and Occupational Therapy Assistant Practice and give a commitment to successfully complete a QQI Level 5 major award within 1 year of taking up post. Or (v) An equivalent qualification from another jurisdiction. And (b) Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. 2. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 3. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character. Note: With regard to Criterion (i), the listing below is considered relevant health skills QQI (formerly FETAC) Level 5* qualifications: - QQI Level 5 Healthcare Support - QQI Level 5 Nursing Studies - QQI Level 5 Community Care - QQI Level 5 Health Service Skills - QQI Level 5 Community Health Services (A full QQI/FETAC 5 Major award requires a minimum of 120 credits/8 Modules – Please note a Component Certificate will not suffice.) With regard to Criterion (ii), a relevant Healthcare qualification at not less than QQI Level 5 on the National Framework of Qualifications (NFQ) is considered to be a qualification with applied patient care modules / placements typically but not limited to qualifications in: Social Care Work, Nursing, Therapy Professions etc. Post specific requirements: Demonstrate depth and breadth of experience in the recent past of providing direct care to patients Demonstrate evidence of working in a Health or Social Care setting.
Basic Speech And Language Therapist
Speech and Language Therapist ( One Post Available ) (with special interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication) Kildare / Offaly / Westmeath – Office is based in (Negotiable) Permanent full-time 70 hours per fortnight Who are we? Would you like to work for a progressive and evolving organisation? The Muiriosa Foundation is a Section 38 voluntary health organisation providing services to people with intellectual disabilities, and Autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We are publicly funded by the Department of Health, through the HSE. We operate services across RHA B. The Muiriosa Foundation employs approximately 1500 staff and provides residential and day opportunities to over 500 individuals. We provide an advisory service to a further 300 people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Muiriosa Foundation has been working intentionally to support people with intellectual disabilities to participate as equal citizens in society in line with UNCRPD. We believe that supporting a person’s communication skills plays a key role in enhancing independence, autonomy and building inclusive environments. Description We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Basic Grade Speech and Language Therapist to work delivering Speech and Language Therapy supports to Autistic adults and adults with disabilities. The Muiríosa Foundation values all forms of communication equally and supports a Total Communication approach as a fundamental human right. This service actively works within a neurodiversity-affirming framework, prioritising the individual’s own communication style and respecting diverse ways of communicating. The successful applicant will provide neurodiversity affirming communication supports, including the implementation of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), supporting minimally speaking and non-speaking individuals. Person Specification The successful candidate must have / be able to demonstrate the following: Essential Shortlisting will be based on information that candidates provide in their application in line with above requirements. A panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled. . Informal Enquiries: Senior Speech and Language Therapist Polly Walsh 0879338271 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 28th April 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
Basic Speech And Language Therapist Westmeath
Speech and Language Therapist ( One Post Available ) (with special interest in Augmentative and Alternative Communication) Kildare / Offaly / Westmeath – Office is based in (Negotiable) Permanent full-time 70 hours per fortnight Who are we? Would you like to work for a progressive and evolving organisation? The Muiriosa Foundation is a Section 38 voluntary health organisation providing services to people with intellectual disabilities, and Autistic people with co-occurring intellectual disabilities. We are publicly funded by the Department of Health, through the HSE. We operate services across RHA B. The Muiriosa Foundation employs approximately 1500 staff and provides residential and day opportunities to over 500 individuals. We provide an advisory service to a further 300 people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The Muiriosa Foundation has been working intentionally to support people with intellectual disabilities to participate as equal citizens in society in line with UNCRPD. We believe that supporting a person’s communication skills plays a key role in enhancing independence, autonomy and building inclusive environments. Description We are currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Basic Grade Speech and Language Therapist to work delivering Speech and Language Therapy supports to Autistic adults and adults with disabilities. The Muiríosa Foundation values all forms of communication equally and supports a Total Communication approach as a fundamental human right. This service actively works within a neurodiversity-affirming framework, prioritising the individual’s own communication style and respecting diverse ways of communicating. The successful applicant will provide neurodiversity affirming communication supports, including the implementation of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC), supporting minimally speaking and non-speaking individuals. Person Specification The successful candidate must have / be able to demonstrate the following: Essential Shortlisting will be based on information that candidates provide in their application in line with above requirements. A panel may be formed from which future vacancies will be filled. . Informal Enquiries: Senior Speech and Language Therapist Polly Walsh 0879338271 Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Tuesday 28th April 2026 To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation
