Position: Senior Physiotherapist - Neuro
Employment Type: Full-time (or Part-time)
Salary: Competitive; negotiable depending on experience
Location: Onsite (may also require travel to client homes)
*Applicants must already possess the legal right to live and work in Ireland without an employer-sponsored employment permit. Applications from non-EEA nationals without an existing Irish work authorisation will not be considered.
About Vitality Neuro Rehabilitation
Vitality Neuro Rehabilitation provides a whole-body, exercise-based approach for individuals seeking continued neurological rehabilitation following discharge from hospital and outpatient therapy services. As the next step in the continuum of care, we take a unique approach to recovery and wellness, combining kinesiology, activity-based therapy (ABT), and other movement principles to treat the whole body and person, not just the symptoms of injury.
Vitality Neuro Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing the highest quality service for those recovering from spinal cord injuries, stroke, and other neurological diagnoses. It is our belief that at the heart of recovery is the empowerment of the individual.
We are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where clinicians can continuously develop their expertise, contribute to innovation in rehabilitation practice, and uphold the highest clinical standards. Our team is passionate about making a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of people living with neurological conditions.
Role Overview
The Senior Physiotherapist is responsible for building strong therapeutic relationships with clients and designing, adapting, and implementing individualized rehabilitation programs that support their recovery goals. This role supports clients with a range of neurological diagnoses, promoting evidence-based interventions that enhance independence, participation, and quality of life.
The successful candidate will play a key leadership role within the service, providing clinical guidance and mentorship to colleagues, contributing to multidisciplinary care planning, and supporting the ongoing development of high-quality rehabilitation services.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitoring patient progress and adjusting treatment plans accordingly
- Developing individualized treatment and rehabilitation programmes based on patient goals
- Delivering small-group exercise classes
- Delivering evidence-based interventions including, but not limited to, balance training, neuroplasticity-focused rehabilitation, vestibular rehabilitation, and functional mobility training
- Maintaining high standards of patient experience and clinical care
- Managing a varied caseload efficiently while maintaining accurate, timely clinical documentation and outcome records
- Participating in continuing professional development (CPD), clinical supervision, and evidence-based practice activities
- Collaborating within a multidisciplinary team through case conferencing, goal setting, and coordinated care planning
- Liaising effectively with clients, family members, carers, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless service delivery
- Providing education and guidance to clients, carers, colleagues, and community partners on rehabilitation strategies and best practice
- Supporting service development, quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and implementation of best practice guidelines
- Contributing to research, innovation, and the advancement of neurological rehabilitation services
- Ensuring adherence to professional, ethical, and regulatory standards at all times
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Candidate must hold a Master's degree in Physiotherapy
- Candidate must be CORU registered
- Minimum of three years' post-qualification clinical experience
- Significant experience in neurological rehabilitation or related clinical areas, including stroke, acquired brain injury, spinal cord injury, and other neurological conditions
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with clients, families, carers, and colleagues from diverse backgrounds
- Strong organisational, clinical reasoning, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively manage competing priorities within a dynamic clinical environment
What We Offer
- Competitive pay and annual leave entitlement
- Flexible working options
- Ongoing opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Pension
- Supportive, collaborative, and community-focused work environment
To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter to [email protected]
Pay: From €55,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
