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Prehabilitation Clinical Exercise Physiologist

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid & Senior Level
  • Sports & Fitness
    Healthcare
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You should be a skilled and motivated clinician with extensive experience in exercise prescription for various chronic health conditions.
  • You will develop and run a multidisciplinary prehabilitation service, collaborate with healthcare teams, and help patients adopt lifestyle changes to improve long-term health and reduce treatment complications.

Requirements

  • The successful candidate should be a dedicated, skilled and motivated clinician with a breadth of experience in exercise prescription across a range of chronic health conditions.

Responsibilities

  • The successful post holders will hold a key role in the on-going development and running of a multidisciplinary prehabilitation service.
  • The post-holders will work to deliver a trust-wide service that will not only reduce complications from hospital treatment but aim to improve patients’ long-term health as they adopt lifestyle changes.
  • The post-holders will also work closely with the wider multi-disciplinary teams including attending a novel hepato-pancreato-biliary cancer clinic with surgeons, clinical nurse specialists and anaesthetists.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Prehabilitation Clinical Exercise Physiologist role?

The primary focus is to deliver a multidisciplinary prehabilitation service aimed at reducing complications from hospital treatment and improving patients' long-term health through lifestyle changes.

What qualifications or experience are required for this position?

Candidates should be dedicated, skilled, and motivated clinicians with a breadth of experience in exercise prescription across a range of chronic health conditions.

Will the role involve collaboration with other healthcare professionals?

Yes, the post-holders will work closely with a wider multidisciplinary team, including attending a novel hepato-pancreato-biliary cancer clinic with surgeons, clinical nurse specialists, and anaesthetists.

What opportunities are available for personal and professional development?

The role offers a robust teaching and training programme, opportunities to complete Quality Improvement and Audit projects, and a supportive environment for clinician growth.

What are Barts Health's goals in terms of patient care and organizational excellence?

Barts Health aims to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals renowned for excellence and innovation, delivering safe and compassionate care while continually improving all services for patients.

Who can I contact for more information about this job opportunity?

For further details or informal visits, you can contact Emily Dore-Smith, Prehabilitation Physiotherapist, at e.dore-smith1@nhs.net.

Is there a focus on inclusivity within the workplace?

Yes, Barts Health is committed to promoting inclusion and cultivating a supportive working environment where every staff member has a sense of belonging.

What kind of environment can I expect while working in this role?

You can expect a supportive and engaging environment that prioritizes personal development, staff inclusion, and adherence to the organization's WeCare values.

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Mission & Purpose

Barts Health NHS Trust operates several major hospitals in East London, providing comprehensive healthcare services including emergency care, surgery, and specialist treatments. Their ultimate mission is to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care and improve health outcomes for the community they serve. Their purpose is to ensure that every patient receives the best possible treatment and support, fostering health and well-being across the diverse populations in their care.