Job summary
Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist - Fixed Term Contract 12 months
An excellent opportunity has arisen for two highly motivated Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Specialists to provide exercise prescription for cardiovascular endurance, exercise, and resistance training within a cardiac rehabilitation setting. We have two positions for 30hrs. / week & 37.5 hrs. /week.
The posts are based at Whipps Cross hospital & Local community settings
and the post holders will work closely with our exercise physiologists based
at the Barts Heart Centre and Tower Hamlets community
We are seeking enthusiastic individuals , who are flexible, confident,
and able to work independently within a multi-professional team. The key aspects of the post include delivery and evaluation of a comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation service. Working collaboratively with all members of the multidisciplinary team; and local partners. Patient assessment; education and training; promotion of evidence based practice and collecting and evaluating audit data and promotion of research Successful applicants will need to have experience delivering fitness programmes to specialist populations and have completed relevant specialist courses. You will have experience of health promotion and be patient focused, supportive and empathetic. This post offers you the opportunity to: Work in a vibrant multi-disciplinary environment within an innovative team
Main duties of the job
To provide exercise prescription for cardiovascular endurance, exercise and resistance training within a cardiac rehabilitation setting.
To Identify, develop and implement appropriate monitoring systems to enable comprehensive service evaluation of the physical activity / exercise component. Engage in effective partnership working to promote quality, continuity of care and a cost effective service.
To maintain a high standard of care, taking charge of own patient caseload as required. Liaise closely with the Senior Sister /Charge nurse with continuing responsibility.
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment where staff treat one another with dignity and respect. We aim to create an equitable working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Establish, co-ordinate and deliver appropriate protocols and procedures in line with the British heart Foundation Guidelines for a Phase lll and Phase lV Cardiac Rehabilitation programme
- Develop, co-ordinate and deliver group circuit type exercise sessions and individual gym programmes as per BACPR guidelines for patients, with specific consideration with reference to their past and current medical condition and personal goals
- To screen and carry out health assessments for patients referred to phase III and lV
- Ensure safe and effective delivery of exercise programmes
- Advise and motivate referred clients, on a suitable exercise programme
- To develop, co-ordinate and assess individualized home exercise programmes in conjunction with the Phase II community coordinator
- Liaise closely with Phase lll personnel and conduct exercise sessions as part of phase lll and phase IV rehabilitation
- To liaise with Community exercise organisations/ providers of the GP referral scheme
- Utilize monitoring and evaluation systems already in place. Collate data and periodically review performance to establish the effectiveness of the programme in delivering its objectives
- Prepare monthly progress reports/figures of Phase IV for the Cardiac Rehabilitation & commissioners
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Please do speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether thats job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Establish, co-ordinate and deliver appropriate protocols and procedures in line with the British heart Foundation Guidelines for a Phase lll and Phase lV Cardiac Rehabilitation programme
- Develop, co-ordinate and deliver group circuit type exercise sessions and individual gym programmes as per BACPR guidelines for patients, with specific consideration with reference to their past and current medical condition and personal goals
- To screen and carry out health assessments for patients referred to phase III and lV
- Ensure safe and effective delivery of exercise programmes
- Advise and motivate referred clients, on a suitable exercise programme
- To develop, co-ordinate and assess individualized home exercise programmes in conjunction with the Phase II community coordinator
- Liaise closely with Phase lll personnel and conduct exercise sessions as part of phase lll and phase IV rehabilitation
- To liaise with Community exercise organisations/ providers of the GP referral scheme
- Utilize monitoring and evaluation systems already in place. Collate data and periodically review performance to establish the effectiveness of the programme in delivering its objectives
- Prepare monthly progress reports/figures of Phase IV for the Cardiac Rehabilitation & commissioners
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
As a flexible employer, we want to support you to work in a way that is best for the NHS, our patients and you. Please do speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement whether thats job share, part time or another flexible pattern.
Person Specification
Qualifications
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
Desirable
- Defibrillation/AED &basic life support
- Other advanced exercise qualifications in clinical populations e.g. Level 4 Cancer rehab, Pulmonary rehab etc.
- Motivational interviewing and change management
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).
Desirable
- Experience in health promotion
- Functional capacity testing
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Information technology skills
- Ability to prioritise and organize work load
- Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate computer literacy.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Patient focused, committed to ensuring the cardiac rehabilitation experience is positive
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of stragies to improve cardiovascular health
Desirable
- Service improvement / development skills
Person Specification
Qualifications
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
Desirable
- Defibrillation/AED &basic life support
- Other advanced exercise qualifications in clinical populations e.g. Level 4 Cancer rehab, Pulmonary rehab etc.
- Motivational interviewing and change management
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).
Desirable
- Experience in health promotion
- Functional capacity testing
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team
- Information technology skills
- Ability to prioritise and organize work load
- Ability to manage potentially difficult situations
Desirable
- Able to demonstrate computer literacy.
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Patient focused, committed to ensuring the cardiac rehabilitation experience is positive
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of stragies to improve cardiovascular health
Desirable
- Service improvement / development skills
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
