Mission Statement
“To facilitate clients to achieve their maximum independence and quality of life through Occupational Therapy intervention within available resources and in line with the mission statement of University Hospital Waterford “
Where are we?
Access to the main OT Department is through the Physiotherapy Dept on the left side of the hospital Main Foyer. You can approach it through the OPD clinic corridor opposite OPD3.
What do we do?
We work with individuals who through illness and/or disability can no longer function independently and carry out their roles in life. We facilitate individuals to reach their goals in the areas of self care, work and leisure activities through training, education or adaptation of techniques. We use adaptive equipment to facilitate independence. We also train families and carers to ensure they have the appropriate information and approach when caring.
How to access this service
Referrals are accepted from members of the multi-disciplinary team. Referrals are seen in order of clinical priority. Inpatients from all departments are seen. Outpatients are limited to the areas of Neurology, Hand Therapy, Ponsetti (CTEV) Rheumatology.
Our Aim
The key objectives of the Occupational Therapy Department are:
- Working with all members of the team to ensure the optimum ability of each individual patient is achieved.
- To maintain a strong customer service focus in the delivery of our services
- To promote and facilitate a culture of effectiveness, flexibility, accountability, cost consciousness and best value throughout the services.
- To optimise our individual and collective development through regular review and feedback along with a proactive approach to training and development.
- To work with our community colleagues to ensure seamless care for our patients.
Opening Hours: 8.30am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
If possible, please tell us the name of your therapist when phoning.
Contact Numbers: 051 842729 and 051 842611
