Physical Activity Specialist: Cardiac Rehabilitation Service (CRS) - Band 5 - Merton Civic Centre

An exciting opportunity has arisen in Merton for a Physiotherapist to join the team, to help develop the physical activity and exercise programme for the Cardiac Rehabilitation in accordance with its protocol. The post will be for a fixed term of 12 months (ending 31st January 2025) to assist in the support and delivery of the established program.

Main duties of the job

• Lead and co-ordinate the supervised exercise sessions of the CR programme & liaise with CR colleagues to ensure effective use of facilities for the structured exercise sessions
• Conduct comprehensive physical activity assessments pre and post the programme, for all patients & partners recruited to the programme.
• Devise, implement, monitor and progress patients' & partners' individualised exercise prescription and a progressive home-based exercise programme, based on thorough assessment utilising policy, documentation and knowledge of specific medical conditions
• Monitor patients & partners to provide group or 1 to 1 support by additional appointments, if and when necessary

Main duties of the job

Plan, deliver and review patient education sessions

Facilitate behaviour change for all components of the preventive cardiology programme in all patients & partners by active participation in health promotion.

Liaise closely with CR colleagues to provide exit route opportunities and encourage long term sustainability of an active lifestyle through participation in Phase IV or mainstream provision as appropriate.

To be aware of the breadth of physical activity opportunities available across the borough and the required level of fitness appropriate to each

To have planned approach to receiving feedback from patients/clients in order to continuously improve the service provided.

Negotiate with patients around goal setting and behaviour change

Please refer to the attached Job Description for full list of responsibilities.

As an NHS Trust we strongly encourage and support vaccination uptake as this remains the best line of defence against COVID-19.

About us

Just as we care about our patients' wellbeing, we care about yours!

We can offer you:

• A comprehensive induction into the community service followed by a local induction to introduce you to the role
• Single occupancy accommodation in Central London - (we can help you find accommodation in London, support you with your deposit)
• Support with gaining your driving license *T& C's apply
• Car lease scheme *T& C's apply
• Flexible working options
• Annual travel card loan
• Training, support and development in your career

To have a full look at our benefits and what it's like working for us please go here: https://www.clch.nhs.uk/job/pay-and-benefits

Job description

Job responsibilities

Lead and co-ordinate the supervised exercise sessions of the CR programme & liaise with CR colleagues to ensure effective use of facilities for the structured exercise sessions Conduct comprehensive physical activity assessments pre and post the programme, for all patients & partners recruited to the programme. Devise, implement, monitor and progress patients & partners individualised exercise prescription and a progressive home-based exercise programme, based on thorough assessment utilising policy, documentation and knowledge of specific medical conditions Monitor patients & partners to provide group or 1 to 1 support by additional appointments, if and when necessary

Please see attached Job Description and Person Specification for full roles and responsibilities.

Person Specification

Education/Qualification

Essential

• Post holder must possess a BACR Phase IV Exercise Instructor Training qualification,

Desirable

• Other recognised exercise qualifications.

Employer details

Employer name

Central London Community Health Trust

Address

L5 Long Covid Service

Merton Civic Centre

London

SW1E 6QP

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824-SOUTH-9237