Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist - Band 5

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen in ELFT for a motivated Exercise Physiologist with a passion for cardiac rehabilitation.

The post holder will be required to deliver and prescribe exercise to our patients in a number of settings, including community classes, one to one and lifestyle programs.

Newham is a rich and vibrant community with a diverse population. The successful candidate should have an interest in contributing to the development of the service to meet the needs of the local community and in developing the Exercise physiologist role which is a new position within our team.

The successful candidate for our team will have a good clinical knowledge, be committed to team work and have excellent communication skills to enhance our expanding multidisciplinary team.

As part of our integrated multi professional team working, the successful candidate will be gaining experience within an established community service with provision of continuing professional development, evidence based practice with regular supervision, annual appraisal, and be expected to participate in and contribute to regular in- service training and team meetings

The post holder will be supported by our Band 7 Highly Specialist CR Lead Physiotherapist , required to work for hrs; Tuesday to Thursdays and participate in extended hours as required by the service.

If this could be you we would welcome your application.

This is an Exercise Physiologist post and not a Physiotherapist post )

Main duties of the job

To provide exercise prescription for cardiovascular endurance, exercise and resistance training within a cardiac rehabilitation setting.

To maintain a high standard of care, taking charge of own patient caseload as required. Liaise closely with the cardiac rehabilitation nurse and Lead Physiotherapist with continuing responsibility.

To work in conjunction with the team and other agencies to jointly deliver the CR Program, promote good communication within the MDT and relevant agencies to ensure optimal patient care.

To provide and act as a specialist resource for other staff and other healthcare professionals within the cardiac network, ensuring an excellent standard and quality of service and to participate in service related audit / research projects.

To contribute to the development, co-ordination, implementation, evaluation and monitoring of Newham Cardiac Rehabilitation Service.

The post holder will be required to work across Newham, in different sites and settings, including patient's homes, community centres and hospital facilitates.

Required to work hours weekly from Tuesday to Thursday.

To participate in extended hours / weekend rota as required by the service.

About us

Our mission is to make a positive difference to people's lives by improving the quality of life for all we serve. Our values are : We Care, We Respect, We are Inclusive - so we are looking for people who live and breathe these qualities when supporting service users and carers, and in their relationships with colleagues in the Trust and our partner organisations.

Job description

Job responsibilities

NB - Please refer to JD and PS or contact us using the details listed below if you require further information

Person Specification

Education / Qualification / Training

Essential

• BACPR Specialist Exercise Instructor Level 4 Cardiac Qualification (or equivalent)
• Register of exercise professionals Level 2 gym instructor and Level 3 advanced qualification
• Degree in sport and exercise sciences or related field or equivalent experience

Knowledge & Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Information technology skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize work load
• Ability to manage potentially difficult situations

Experience

Essential

Experience in delivering fitness programmes to specialist populations (the older person, coronary heart disease, stroke, obesity, diabetes, depression and the role of exercise in prevention or recovery of such conditions).

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
• Information technology skills
• Ability to prioritize and organize work load
• Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
30+ days ago