For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role We are s.....
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role We are seeking passionate and skilled Cardiovascular Exercise Physiologist, Physiotherapist with special interest in Cardiovascular Rehabilitation, or an Exercise Specialist with appropriate training and experience to join our dynamic and caring cardiac rehabilitation team. You will play a crucial role in helping patients recover from heart conditions, surgeries, and chronic cardiovascular disease by designing and delivering personalised exercise and rehabilitation programs. Working in a multidisciplinary environment, you will contribute to improving patients' cardiovascular health, fitness, and quality of life. Key Responsibilities: Conduct cardiovascular fitness assessments and stress tests. Develop, prescribe, and monitor individualised exercise programs for cardiac rehabilitation. Educate patients on heart health, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications. Support patients in safely regaining physical fitness post-cardiac events. Collaborate with doctors, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure holistic care. Monitor and adjust patient progress through supervised exercise sessions, virtual and home programmes Working Pattern: 7.5 hour days Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday - this pattern may be changed due to needs of the service. Interview Date: 20th December 2024 For further information please contact: Hannah Manos; Cardiovascular Prevention and Rehabilitation Lead - 01271 311838 - h.manos@nhs.net. Informal visits and contact is very welcomed. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.