Job summary
We require a full time Exercise Physiologist to work as part of the Exercise Physiology team within the Therapies Department at Liverpool Heart & Chest Hospital NHS Foundation Trust (LHCH) on a temporary basis until April 2026 to cover maternity leave.
Main duties of the job
We provide specialised exercise therapy to Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation programmes in LHCH, Liverpool University Hospitals Foundation Trusts (LUHFT) and community settings within Liverpool.You will be qualified to degree level in Exercise Physiology, be dynamic and motivated, with experience of exercise training, assessment and prescription. Experience of working with clinical populations is desirable but not essential.
You must have a car and be insured for business purposes to travel to and from community venues and patient homes.
Good communication skills are essential, as is the ability to work well individually and as part of a multi-disciplinary team in delivering excellent patient-centred care.The application process will close earlier than the proposed date if enough quality applications are received.
About us
As the largest single site specialist heart and chest hospital in the UK, we, at Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, have a clear vision 'to be the best cardiothoracic integrated healthcare organisation'.
We provide specialist services in cardiothoracic surgery, cardiology, respiratory medicine both in the hospital and out in the community.
We serve a catchment area of 2.8 million people, spanning Merseyside, Cheshire, North Wales and the Isle of Man, and increasingly we receive referrals from outside these areas for highly specialised services such as aortics.
Our reputation for strong performance is important in delivering the best care for our patients and high quality clinical services. This is underpinned by a culture of research and innovation, delivered in modern estate and our encouragement of flexible working in a variety of forms.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information on the role and role requirements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description and person specification for further information on the role and role requirements.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Exercise Physiology/Sports and Exercise Science
Desirable
- Membership of relevant clinical interest groups e.g. BACPR, BASES, REPs.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of the application of exercise physiology in regard to exercise assessment and training.
- Knowledge of exercise training in relation to cardiovascular and pulmonary disease.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant postgraduate courses/CPD in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
- Good clinical reasoning skills based on evidence and current research.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to motivate others to participate in exercise and be able educate regarding the benefits of exercise therapy.
- Excellent communication skills
- Driver/essential car user
Desirable
- Evidence of presentation and teaching skills within exercise physiology
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously
- Team Player
- Demonstrate empathy and compassion
- Equality and diversity
- Fitness and health
Technical Skills
Essential
- The ability to perform and demonstrate a range of exercises for those attending clinical sessions.
- Experience in the safe and correct use of a range of exercise equipment.
- Basic IT skills.
Desirable
- Experience of using software for developing audit and research and delivering presentations.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Degree in Exercise Physiology/Sports and Exercise Science
Desirable
- Membership of relevant clinical interest groups e.g. BACPR, BASES, REPs.
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Demonstrable experience of the application of exercise physiology in regard to exercise assessment and training.
- Knowledge of exercise training in relation to cardiovascular and pulmonary disease.
Desirable
- Evidence of relevant postgraduate courses/CPD in Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation.
- Good clinical reasoning skills based on evidence and current research.
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to motivate others to participate in exercise and be able educate regarding the benefits of exercise therapy.
- Excellent communication skills
- Driver/essential car user
Desirable
- Evidence of presentation and teaching skills within exercise physiology
Values and Behaviours
Essential
- Ability to work autonomously
- Team Player
- Demonstrate empathy and compassion
- Equality and diversity
- Fitness and health
Technical Skills
Essential
- The ability to perform and demonstrate a range of exercises for those attending clinical sessions.
- Experience in the safe and correct use of a range of exercise equipment.
- Basic IT skills.
Desirable
- Experience of using software for developing audit and research and delivering presentations.
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).
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).
