Lead Cancer Complementary Therapist

NHS; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Basingstoke is hiring a Lead Complementary Therapist to provide and oversee complementary therapies in cancer services. The role involves collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring high standards of patient care. Ideal candidates will have professional qualifications in therapies such as aromatherapy and reflexology, along with leadership experience in a hospital or hospice setting. This position offers the opportunity to impact patient well-being substantially.

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a hospital or hospice setting.
• Experience of providing complementary therapies within a cancer services setting.
• Good understanding of research and evidence-based practice in complementary therapies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong and effective leadership.
• Deliver a safe and efficient patient referral system.
• Manage complementary therapists, providing regular supervision.

Skills

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work with distressed individuals

Excellent interpersonal skills

Knowledge of local cancer support groups

Education

Professional qualification in Aromatherapy

Professional qualification in Reflexology

Management or leadership qualification

Job description

A healthcare provider in Basingstoke is hiring a Lead Complementary Therapist to provide and oversee complementary therapies in cancer services. The role involves collaboration within a multi-disciplinary team and ensuring high standards of patient care. Ideal candidates will have professional qualifications in therapies such as aromatherapy and reflexology, along with leadership experience in a hospital or hospice setting. This position offers the opportunity to impact patient well-being substantially.