Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Physiologist – Fixed Term Contract until 31/03/2026 0.8WTE - 30 hrs/week
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated Cardiac Rehabilitation Exercise Specialist to provide exercise prescription for cardiovascular endurance, exercise, and resistance training within a cardiac rehabilitation setting. The post is based at Whipps Cross hospital & local community settings, working closely with exercise physiologists at the Barts Heart Centre and Tower Hamlets community.
We are seeking an enthusiastic individual who is flexible, confident, and able to work independently within a multi-professional team.
The key responsibilities include delivery and evaluation of a comprehensive Cardiac Rehabilitation service, working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and local partners. Responsibilities also include patient assessment, education, training, promotion of evidence-based practice, data collection, evaluation, and supporting research.
Successful applicants will need experience delivering fitness programmes to specialist populations and have completed relevant specialist courses. Experience in health promotion, patient support, and empathy is essential.
This role offers opportunities to work in a vibrant multidisciplinary environment within an innovative team, including:
1. Establishing and delivering protocols in line with British Heart Foundation Guidelines for Phase III and IV Cardiac Rehabilitation
2. Developing and delivering group circuit and individual gym programmes tailored to patients' medical conditions and goals
3. Conducting health assessments for referred patients
4. Ensuring safe and effective exercise delivery
5. Motivating and advising clients on suitable exercise programs
6. Developing home exercise programs in coordination with community teams
7. Liaising with Phase III personnel and conducting rehab sessions
8. Collaborating with community exercise providers and GP referral schemes
9. Monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness through data analysis
10. Preparing monthly progress reports for commissioners
Barts Health NHS Trust is one of the largest healthcare providers in the UK, committed to excellence and innovation, aiming to provide safe, high-quality care and a supportive working environment.
For further details or informal visits, contact:
Name: Brian Coleman
Job title: Clinical Nurse Specialist
Email: brian.coleman@nhs.net
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