Trainee Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Job overview

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

Please see below for a detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

An exciting opportunity has arisen within our internationally renowned Perioperative Medicine Team for a Trainee Clinical Exercise Physiologist to join our Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET) and Prehabilitation Service. We are seeking an individual who can learn and assist in conducting clinical cardiopulmonary exercise tests as part of preparing patients for surgery.

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

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Responsibilities

To organise and undertake cardiopulmonary exercise testing for patients referred to the Perioperative Medicine Service. To assist senior physiologists/service leads and to contribute to the operational management of the CPET lab.

Experience/Skills

You will need a BSc in Physiological sciences (e.g Sport, Exercise or Health sciences, Clinical or Sport Physiology). You will have experience and knowledge of exercise physiology. You must be physically fit, as the clinic requires long periods of standing and the use of appropriate PPE.