Occupational Therapist

About Direct Medics

This year, we’re proud to celebrate our 25th anniversary, marking a quarter-century of placing healthcare professionals in locum roles across both the public and private sectors in the UK and Ireland. Our long-standing reputation speaks to the trust and reliability we’ve built within the healthcare sector.

Job Description

Direct Medics are working in partnership with a Hospice in Newry to find a Band 6 Occupational Therapist on a part time basis for 1 year (Maternity leave cover).

Requirements

• HCPC Registered Occupational Therapist

• 3 years post registration experience working as an Occupational Therapist

• Experience in postural management assessment and prescription of specialist seating systems including static and mobile systems

• Experience of assessment for adaptive equipment e.g perching stool, shower chairs

• Experience if possible in the treatment and management of fatigue, anxiety and dyspnoea

• Right to live and work in the UK

*(Please note we cannot accept candidates who require Visa Sponsorship)

Benefits

• Assistance with Professional Registration Fees*

• FREE Pre-employment Checks and Clearance*

• FREE Uniform*

• FREE Online Training*

• FREE Mandatory Skills Training*

• Excellent Referral Scheme*

• Weekly Payroll

• Flexible working hours, Part-time and Full-time roles available

• Dedicated team to help develop both you and your career

What We Offer

• Approved and Trusted Supplier: Placing healthcare professionals in roles across leading healthcare systems such as the NHS and HSE, covering a wide range of settings and specialties.

• Dedicated Recruitment Consultants: We provide one-to-one support from our recruitment specialists with in-depth local market knowledge.

• Comprehensive Compliance Assistance: Full guidance on documentation and ongoing regulatory requirements.

• FREE Accredited Training: Remain compliant and current with training delivered by our in-house experts.

This role offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patient care while working in a collaborative healthcare environment.