Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust
We are currently looking for an experienced Physiotherapist to join the Cardiac Rehabilitation service at Southend University Hospital, part of the Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust. The service provides rehabilitation following cardiac events in the form of classes and telephone consultations to support long-term recovery and return to fitness. The successful candidate will be required to have experience in a variety of band 5 rotations and demonstrate an interest in cardiac rehabilitation services. They must also demonstrate excellent communication, organisational skills, and flexibility to support the provision of the clinical service alongside the data collection requirements of the post. Main Duties of the Job
You will be responsible for the assessment of patients with a variety of cardiac conditions and/or surgeries, setting them up on the most appropriate pathway to support their individual needs, monitoring their progress during their treatment, and referring them to appropriate services upon completion of their course. The role will also involve leading the exercise component of the cardiac rehabilitation classes and delivering the education sessions. This role will involve providing supervision and training to band 4 staff, as well as offering advice to rehabilitation staff within the inpatient services regarding cardiac condition management. Job Responsibilities
For full details of this role, please see the attached job description, but key responsibilities of the role include: Assessing patients following cardiac events or cardiac surgery, providing patient-specific advice and pathway management. Monitoring patients' progress during their cardiac rehabilitation course, modifying as required to support individual needs. Making timely referrals for patients to appropriate community services following completion of hospital classes. Maintaining accurate records for patients attending assessments and cardiac rehabilitation classes. Maintaining accurate data in line with the data collection requirements of the service. Participating in service development alongside the Band 7 for the service. Person Specification
Qualifications
BSc or equivalent in Physiotherapy HCPC Registration Experience
Experience in a variety of rotations Experience leading group activities Experience supporting junior staff Experience in Cardiac Rehabilitation 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. Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Rehab Clinical Manager for Cardiac Rehabilitation
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