Prehabilitation Clinical Practitioner

NHS; Southampton; On-site; GBP 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust offers a unique opportunity for a Prehabilitation Clinical Practitioner to join a dynamic team in perioperative care. The role includes working with healthcare professionals to design prehabilitation programs, manage patient caseloads, and contribute to research while fostering an inclusive environment. Ideal candidates will possess relevant advanced qualifications and experience in leadership and patient assessment, and be committed to providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Master's level or equivalent training and experience in perioperative or surgical care.
• Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register.
• Experience in practitioner-led care/independent practice.

Responsibilities

• Design and manage prehabilitation programs for surgical patients.
• Work with a multi-professional team in perioperative care.
• Lead and manage a band 6 staff team.

Skills

Patient assessment

Clinical decision-making

Leadership

Teaching and mentoring

Communication

Education

Master's degree in perioperative or surgical care

Diagnosis and Decision Making qualification (Level 7)

History taking and Physical assessment qualification

Job description

Go back University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Prehabilitation Clinical Practitioner

The closing date is 29 June 2025

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

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The department of Perioperative Care at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is pleased to offer the role of Prehabilitation Clinical Practitioner. This role is open to both nursing and allied health professionals and provides an opportunity to work with a leading centre in research and clinical expertise in perioperative care. The successful applicant will work alongside a senior multi-professional team of nurses, dietitians, anaesthetists, psychologists, physiologists, and project managers to provide expert-led prehabilitation programs for surgical patients.

Within your role, you will have the opportunity to help design the structure of prehabilitation at UHS, manage a caseload of patients, lead and manage a band 6 staff team, support and work on research projects, and represent UHS Perioperative Care on a local, national, and global stage.

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 nearby.

We believe that using technology wisely demonstrates strong time management and a commitment to innovation. Personalizing your application to highlight your unique skills and experiences is crucial. Relying heavily on generic, AI-generated content may lead to rejection if multiple candidates present similar information.

At UHS, we are committed to providing a flexible working environment to support your work-life balance, whether you are balancing family, study, or wellbeing with your career.

We proudly champion individuality and diversity, creating an environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building an inclusive healthcare community.

Job responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have an interest and experience in perioperative pathways, and be competent in preoperative assessment and clinical decision-making.

Person Specification

Trust Values

• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, knowledge, and experience

• Master's level or equivalent training and experience in perioperative or surgical care
• Registered Healthcare Professional on relevant part of NMC / HCPC register
• Evidence of experience and completion of all band 6 competencies within relevant specialty
• Clear understanding of professional accountability regarding autonomous practice
• Diagnosis and Decision Making qualification (Level 7)
• History taking and Physical assessment qualification
• Evidence of leading learning in practice
• Evidence of supporting colleagues to promote learning and providing an excellent learning environment
• Experience in supporting, managing, and supervising a range of learners in practice
• Registered prescriber
• Leadership qualification/training (e.g., Edward Jenner, Mary Seacole, Elizabeth Garret Anderson, Nye Bevan, LDC, RCN)
• Experience acting as a Practice Assessor or supporting learner progression and challenges
• Experience in practitioner-led care/independent practice

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required to check for any previous criminal convictions.

University Hospital Southampton NHS Trust

Salary: £46,148 to £52,809 per year (Pro Rata)