Clinical Exercise Physiologist

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is looking for a Clinical Exercise Physiologist. The role involves organizing and conducting cardiopulmonary exercise tests, with an emphasis on collaboration within a dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess clinical exercise physiology experience and relevant educational qualifications. This opportunity comes with a competitive salary package and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in clinical cardiopulmonary exercise tests.
• Ability to read and interpret exercise electrocardiograms.
• Accreditation with a recognized Exercise Professional Body preferred.

Responsibilities

• Organise and undertake cardiopulmonary exercise testing for patients.
• Assist in operational management of the CPET lab.
• Contribute to the delivery of the Exercise Prehabilitation Service.

Skills

Clinical exercise physiology

Cardiopulmonary exercise testing

Exercise electrocardiogram interpretation

Clinical experience

Education

BSc in Physiological sciences

Masters in Physiology or related field

Job description

Go back University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Clinical Exercise Physiologist

The closing date is 09 October 2025

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust (UHS) is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for a detailed description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our internationally renowned Perioperative Medicine Team for a Clinical Exercise Physiologist to join our Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) and Prehabilitation Service.

We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates, including those currently working at UHS, across the NHS, or within the wider healthcare sector. If you have proven experience in undertaking clinical cardiopulmonary exercise tests to prepare patients for surgery, we would love to hear from you.

ABOUT THE TEAM

We are a dynamic team assessing, educating and supporting patients prior to major planned surgery, from across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Our service is delivered Monday to Friday to over 1000 patients year. Every member of the team has their own unique role and everyone is encouraged to put forward ideas for improving the service, as well as being supported to reach their full potential.

About us

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we're committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We're committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Job responsibilities

What youll do:

• Organise and undertake cardiopulmonary exercise testing for patients referred to the Perioperative Medicine Service.
• Assist senior physiologists/service leads and to contribute to the operational management of the CPET lab.
• Assist with delivery of our Exercise Prehabilitation Service.

What were looking for:

We are looking for someone with applied clinical exercise physiology experience and knowledge, and at least 1-2 years of direct experience working in a clinical setting.

You should have:

• Experience conducting cardiopulmonary exercise tests in the clinical setting.
• An ability to read and interpret exercise electrocardiograms in clinical practice is essential.
• Ideally you will be Accredited/Certified with a recognised Exercise Professional Body (e.g. ACSM) or are working towards this.
• An ability to demonstrate applied clinical exercise prescription experience and knowledge is also desirable to assist with delivering our exercise prehabilitation service.

The clinic necessitates long periods of time moving around and wearing appropriate PPE. Applicants should be able to meet these requirements with or without reasonable adjustments.

Person Specification

Trust Values

• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge and experience

• Educated to GCSE standard or equivalent
• BSc in Physiological sciences (e.g. Sport, Exercise or Health sciences, Clinical or Sport Physiology)
• Experience of conducting and interpreting exercise electrocardiograms
• Direct clinical experience with patients conducting Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing
• Experience and knowledge of exercise physiology
• Direct clinical experience working with patients, including performing physiological measurements (e.g. spirometry, electrocardiograms, blood pressure)
• Holds a Masters in Physiology or related field
• Accreditation with registered body (e.g. British Association of Sport & Exercise Sciences (BASES), American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), Registration Council for Clinical Physiologists (RCCP), Association for Respiratory Technology & Physiology (ARTP)
• CanRehab Specialist Exercise Instructor or related qualification

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.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

£31,049 to £37,796 a yearpa or pa pro rata