Detailed job description
and main responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
1. Deliver safe, effective, and individualised exercise programs to MSK outpatients under the guidance of physiotherapists in a rehab gym and group exercise classes.
2. Educate patients on exercise techniques, equipment use, and injury prevention.
3. Monitor patient progress and provide feedback to physiotherapists to support optimal care.
4. Collaborate with the MSK team to contribute to service improvement initiatives and enhance the quality of patient care.
5. Maintain accurate documentation and records in line with NHS policies and standards.
Person specification
Educational
Essential criteria
6. Foundation degree Health and Social Care, or equivalent level 5 qualification; plus, A-levels and GCSEs or equivalent(s), including Functional Skills (level 2) •Or - as a level 5 apprenticeship, such as the Assistant Practitioner apprenticeship
7. REPS (Register of Exercise Professionals) Level 4
8. BACPR Specialist Exercise Instructor qualification
Desirable criteria
9. Bsc in relevant area
10. Experience in delivering exercise advice and progress exercise programmes both 1:1 and in group settings.
Communication
Essential criteria
11. Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients and staff
12. Understands the principles of health promotion
13. Understands the main legal responsibilities of healthcare practitioners and able to keep timely and accurate medical records
Desirable criteria
14. Understands the range of organisations in the health and social care sector
Clinical
Essential criteria
15. Understands role boundaries and importance of supervision and carrying out delegated tasks. Able to follow procedure and protocols
16. Able to work independently with patients
17. Good time management and able to manage own diary
18. Understands importance of gaining consent
Desirable criteria
19. Able to prioritise more complex cases and seek guidance where appropriate
Personal
Essential criteria
20. Able to work under pressure
21. Able to withstand modest physical exertion at work including working in warm environments
22. Able to speak English to level required for the role
23. Acts with honesty and integrity in keeping with UHD values
24. Respects diversity and acts without prejudice or discrimination