Pulmonary Rehab Clinican / Clinical Exercise Physiologist

NHS; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity for a Pulmonary Rehabilitation Clinician or Clinical Exercise Physiologist has arisen in the Norfolk and Waveney area. This full-time role involves delivering an NHS-commissioned pulmonary rehabilitation service, working with a proactive team to support patients with respiratory conditions through assessments, education, and rehabilitation classes.

Qualifications

• Clinical experience with respiratory patients.
• Relevant CPD in Respiratory Care/Pulmonary Rehab.

Responsibilities

• Perform all clinical duties autonomously.
• Manage patient pathways from referral to discharge.
• Deliver pulmonary rehabilitation classes.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Treatment

Organizational Skills

IT Proficiency

Education

Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy

Diploma/Degree in Occupational Therapy

Diploma/Degree in Nursing

MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology

Job description

Pulmonary Rehab Clinician / Clinical Exercise Physiologist

An exciting opportunity for a Pulmonary Rehabilitation / Respiratory Clinician (Physiotherapist, Occupational Therapist, or Nurse) or Clinical Exercise Physiologist has arisen in the Norfolk and Waveney (East Coast Great Yarmouth and Waveney) area. This is a full-time fixed-term post for one year. The key purpose of this role is to deliver an NHS-commissioned pulmonary rehabilitation service. The successful applicant will work under the supervision of the Team Lead / Clinical Specialist and alongside support worker colleagues in an innovative, proactive team.

Applicants should ideally have experience in Pulmonary Rehabilitation, whether as a student or post-graduate, although training will be provided. The role involves providing pulmonary rehab, including exercise and education in group or virtual settings, pre- and post-assessment of patients, and supporting patient self-management. The post holder will also promote, develop, and evaluate the service using evidence-based practices, audits, and outcome measures, and contribute to other team services such as home oxygen assessment (HOSAR) and quality improvement projects.

Location/Base TBC

Main duties of the job

1. Perform all clinical duties autonomously, with advice and support from senior clinicians as needed.
2. Be professionally responsible and accountable for patient management and support peers and staff accordingly.
3. Manage own caseload flexibly.
4. Manage patient pathways from referral to discharge in community settings.
5. Provide comprehensive assessments and interventions for patients with respiratory conditions.
6. Deliver pulmonary rehabilitation classes, including exercise and education programs.
7. Participate in multidisciplinary team discussions to ensure coordinated care.

About us

ECCH is a well-established healthcare provider delivering NHS care within the community since 2011, across the Norfolk/Suffolk borders. We align with NHS terms and conditions, offer employee benefits, and are a staff-owned social enterprise, allowing staff participation in organizational governance. Visit www.ecch.org for more information. We aim to be the provider and employer of choice for community healthcare.

Early application is encouraged as the job may close before the deadline once sufficient applications are received.

Job responsibilities

See attached Job Description for full details.

Freedom to Act:

• Perform clinical duties autonomously, with support from senior clinicians.
• Hold professional and legal accountability for patient care activities.
• Prioritize own caseload responsibilities.
• Adhere to professional standards and codes of conduct.
• Delegate duties appropriately and seek support when needed.

Support to Service Lead:

• Assist in developing and promoting the service locally.
• Ensure integration within the care pathway.
• Contribute to service improvements.

Communication and Working Relationships:

• Develop effective team relationships.
• Create clear written information for patients and stakeholders.
• Use active listening to understand patient needs.

Patient/Client Care Responsibilities:

• Manage patient pathways from referral to discharge.
• Occasionally triage referrals, using clinical reasoning to determine suitability and pathway options.

Analytical and Judgement Skills:

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and formulate treatment plans.
• Evaluate and adjust treatment based on patient progress and outcomes.

Planning and Organisational Skills:

• Contribute to planning, delivery, and evaluation of services.
• Participate in networking and professional groups.
• Supervise students and support staff as appropriate.

Policy and Service Development:

• Implement quality improvements and clinical governance standards.

Human Resources Responsibilities:

• Support staff and student development and performance management.

Research and Development:

• Monitor and evaluate pulmonary rehab programs using outcome measures.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, Nursing, or MSc in Clinical Exercise Physiology.
• Registration with HCPC, NMC, or AHCS.
• Relevant CPD in Respiratory Care/Pulmonary Rehab.

Experience

• Clinical experience with respiratory patients.
• Experience in respiratory rotations, community settings, and delivering pulmonary rehab classes.

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent communication, assessment, and treatment skills.
• IT proficiency, organizational skills, and ability to work in a team.

Personal Attributes

• Alignment with organizational values: Compassion, Action, Respect, Everyone.
• Willingness to travel across community sites.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to a DBS check in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.