Physiotherapist - Part Time at McGowan Physio, Nutgrove, Dublin

About McGowan Physio

McGowan Physio is a specialized physiotherapy and health clinic based in Nutgrove, Dublin, focusing on empowering individuals through comprehensive assessments, education, and personalized treatment plans. The clinic takes a holistic approach addressing both mind and body, with expertise in scoliosis, complex pain conditions, pediatric care, young athletes, hypermobility, and Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (PoTS), involving family support throughout treatment.

Role Summary

We are seeking an enthusiastic and driven physiotherapist to join us on a part-time basis, with the potential to increase to full-time. The successful candidate will conduct detailed patient assessments, create and deliver individualized therapy programs, and educate patients and their families on conditions such as scoliosis, hypermobility, and PoTS. Close monitoring and adjustment of treatment plans to foster optimum health outcomes is integral to this role.

Primary Responsibilities

• Independently manage a complex clinical caseload, including post-operative and conservatively managed scoliosis cases after adequate training.
• Order and interpret diagnostic imaging (e.g., X-rays, EOS scans, MRI) to guide clinical decisions.
• Participate in ongoing service evaluation and contribute to improvements.
• Engage in clinical research and promote evidence-based practices where feasible.
• Provide expert education and guidance to patients, their families, and colleagues regarding relevant health conditions.
• Maintain high standards of documentation, ensure patient safety, and uphold clinical governance protocols.

Candidate Profile

Applicants must be registered with Coru and ISCP and possess a degree in physiotherapy. Experience in rheumatology, musculoskeletal, or spinal physiotherapy is required, with pediatric experience preferred. Candidates should have strong clinical reasoning, effective communication, leadership skills, and a commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork. Passion for advancing service innovation and improving patient outcomes is essential.

Qualifications and Skills

• Essential: Physiotherapy degree, Coru and ISCP registration.
• Desirable: Training in PSSE methods, postgraduate qualifications in relevant areas.
• Desirable experience working with rheumatology or MSK cases and adolescent/pediatric populations.
• Ability to identify and respond to adverse clinical signs, communicate complex information clearly, manage time efficiently, and work collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills, IT proficiency.
• Strong clinical reasoning, detailed assessment, and treatment skills for complex musculoskeletal and orthopedic issues.
• Capability to diagnose complex conditions, undertake clinical audits and research, and deliver training and presentations.

Personal Attributes

• Calm and focused demeanor with excellent concentration.
• Self-motivated with a clear understanding and dedication to the role.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to changing work environments.
• Enthusiastic about sharing knowledge and participating in team training.
• Professional appearance and conduct.

Additional Information

This part-time position is based onsite in Nutgrove, Dublin, with possibilities to advance to full-time involvement. Salary will be determined depending on experience.

For more information about our clinic, please visit our website.