Job summary
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic person to work within the busy, award winning Wirral Community Cardiology Service that delivers community based cardiovascular services across Wirral.
The post will require the individual to work within the cardiovascular rehabilitation team to facilitate the current cardiovascular rehabilitation programmes, including the facilitation of exercise and education sessions both at the St Catherine's Health Centre, Birkenhead and Victoria Central Health Centre, Wallasey sites.
Team work is a major feature of this role and the ability to work and communicate with a diverse and multidisciplinary team. The post involves covering colleagues work during periods of absence and includes some evening work. Training will be provided as required.
For an informal discussion please contact Jen Hannay (Lead Exercise Physiologist) on 0151 604 7307
We are an equal opportunities employer
Flexible Working opportunities are available
Please note that non-NHS applicants with no previous NHS experience will ordinarily be appointed to the minimum of the salary band.
When providing references, these should be your two most recent employers (these may include your line manager or someone in a position of responsibility). Personal references are not acceptable.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an exercise physiologist who can work manage their own caseload, which can include patients with complex needs with additional supervision.
We have access to well equipped gyms for 1:1 rehab and group exercises sessions
You will receive support from experienced senior therapists and team leaders, regular supervision, training and other development opportunities contributing to your CPD and career progression.
This post is suitable for applicants wishing to pursue a career in Cardiovascular Rehabilitation and Long Term Conditions management in a friendly and supportive environment.
About us
You will be employed by Wirral Community Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust (WCHC).
At WCHC, our priority is to provide safe, high quality care to our communities every day; the kind of care we would want for ourselves and our loved ones. Our services are community-based, and we are one of the first Trusts in England to integrate health and adult social care bringing together teams of Nurses, Allied Health Professionals and Social Workers to delivery truly integrated health and care.
We strive to be a great place to work and thrive, and are committed to investing in our staff to help them fulfil their potential through a range of learning and development opportunities.
Our staff are very much valued and this is why we offer a range of employee benefits including family friendly policies, additional leave purchase scheme, lap tops for remote working, free parking, staff wellbeing support services including counselling, inclusive staff network meetings, and a range of ambassadorial engagement roles.
Join Team WCHC and be part of our talented Multi-Professional workforce. Together we play a crucial role in treating, rehabilitating and improving the lives of those we care for.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work within professional competencies to provide holistic and responsive care and support to Wirral residents who have a cardiac diagnosis and meet the local referral criteria.
Commit to a dynamic multi-professional service, driving forward person centred care, working together as part of the wider health and care system to reduce unwarranted variation, reduce health inequalities and improve access to CVD rehab that meets the individuals specific needs to ensure the best possible clinical and quality of life outcomes.
They will also be responsible for facilitating Functional Capacity Tests and/or Exercise Tolerance Tests (depending on experience) and developing individualised exercise programmes. The post holder will also manage a clinical caseload, assessing the patient at entry to the programme and co-ordinating their care through to discharge.
Use reflective practice to build skills and knowledge in all aspects of early and core CVD Rehabilitation, plus working within the team to maintain national certification status and meet the 2023 BACPR Standards and Core Components.
Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Work within professional competencies to provide holistic and responsive care and support to Wirral residents who have a cardiac diagnosis and meet the local referral criteria.
Commit to a dynamic multi-professional service, driving forward person centred care, working together as part of the wider health and care system to reduce unwarranted variation, reduce health inequalities and improve access to CVD rehab that meets the individuals specific needs to ensure the best possible clinical and quality of life outcomes.
They will also be responsible for facilitating Functional Capacity Tests and/or Exercise Tolerance Tests (depending on experience) and developing individualised exercise programmes. The post holder will also manage a clinical caseload, assessing the patient at entry to the programme and co-ordinating their care through to discharge.
Use reflective practice to build skills and knowledge in all aspects of early and core CVD Rehabilitation, plus working within the team to maintain national certification status and meet the 2023 BACPR Standards and Core Components.
Please see attached Job Description and Personal Specification.
Person Specification
Qualifications and professional training
Essential
- Minimum of 2:1 BSc in Exercise Physiology or closely related subject
Desirable
- Evidence of postgraduate study in relevant subject areas
- Ability to facilitate Exercise Tolerance Testing for diagnostic and prescriptive purposes
- Member of British Association of Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR)
- Exercise Instructor Qualifications
- Immediate Life Support qualification
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Experience of facilitating group and individual exercise sessions for different client/patient groups
- Experience of facilitating group education sessions
- Knowledge of the Nursing 6 C's
- Up to date knowledge of national and local strategies to reduce cardiovascular disease (CVD)
Desirable
- Experience of working within a cardiovascular rehabilitation setting
- Experience of managing a clinical caseload
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work both under direction and independently
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Ability to record and interpret 12-lead ECGS
Personal qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic, dynamic and outgoing personality
- A real desire to work with people with long term conditions
Desirable
- Access to a car for work purposes
Person Specification
Qualifications and professional training
Essential
- Minimum of 2:1 BSc in Exercise Physiology or closely related subject
Desirable
- Evidence of postgraduate study in relevant subject areas
- Ability to facilitate Exercise Tolerance Testing for diagnostic and prescriptive purposes
- Member of British Association of Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation (BACPR)
- Exercise Instructor Qualifications
- Immediate Life Support qualification
Experience and knowledge
Essential
- Experience of facilitating group and individual exercise sessions for different client/patient groups
- Experience of facilitating group education sessions
- Knowledge of the Nursing 6 C's
- Up to date knowledge of national and local strategies to reduce cardiovascular disease (CVD)
Desirable
- Experience of working within a cardiovascular rehabilitation setting
- Experience of managing a clinical caseload
Skills and attributes
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to work as part of a team
- Ability to work both under direction and independently
- Ability to work under pressure
Desirable
- Ability to record and interpret 12-lead ECGS
Personal qualities
Essential
- Enthusiastic, dynamic and outgoing personality
- A real desire to work with people with long term conditions
Desirable
- Access to a car for work purposes
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).
