Role: Wellbeing Physiologist
Town: Manchester
Full time: 37.5
Shift times: Monday to Friday only
Permanent
Salary: Up to £29k depending on experience
We’re looking for a Wellbeing Physiologist to work for our client in Manchester.
You will work in cooperation with the HCA UK Roodlane Medical team including Doctors, Nurses, Physiologists, Dietitians, Psychologists, and Healthcare Assistants. You will be part of a team that provides mini health check consultations to our patients face-to-face as well as remote 1:1 coaching.
You will be able to undertake, without supervision, the following body composition assessments and measurements, including capillary blood tests (table-top analysed); height, weight, blood pressure, and associated wellbeing lifestyle questionnaires, and other medical tests relevant to training while recording clinical compliance adequately.
You will also:
* Interpret clinical data, and deliver appropriate wellbeing and lifestyle advice.
* Recommend appropriate escalation in line with agreed triggers to other clinical support as required, including behavioral coaching or signposting to GP or other clinical services available to the patient.
* Deliver 1:1 health coaching, 4 sessions over a 12-week period, encouraging positive goal setting and behavior change.
* Lead health screening promotional days externally for corporate clients as required.
* Record clinical data and reports onto the medical database system.
* Complete patient consultation and health coaching reports on the clinical management system.
What you’ll bring:
* A methodical and organized approach to your work, with attention to detail.
* The ability to communicate sensitively with patients, especially when understanding and cooperation may be compromised by age, disability, illness, or other factors.
* Ability to take initiative and coordinate effectively with colleagues, including the I.T department, Operations, Administration, and others.
* Understanding of the interpretation of scientific or laboratory data and the ability to translate it to a simple form.
* Flexibility in working practice and the ability to work under pressure to deadlines.
* Good IT skills.
* Good written and spoken English with strong verbal and written communication skills.
* In-depth knowledge of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology related to cardiology, vascular, and respiratory sciences.
Why HCA UK?
Originally founded over 50 years ago by Dr. Thomas Frist, HCA has become one of the world’s leading healthcare providers. In the UK, we’re one of the largest providers of privately funded healthcare and have invested over £500 million in the latest treatments, technology, techniques, medication, and facilities. Being part of a large multisite, established healthcare group allows us to offer unrivaled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritize both your mental and physical wellbeing.
We believe that by caring for our employees, we empower them to provide exceptional care for our patients. That’s why we offer a host of flexible benefits that reflect the invaluable contribution they make every day. As a Wellbeing Physiologist, you’ll be eligible for:
* 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with the option to buy or sell leave to suit you.
* Private Healthcare Insurance for treatment at our leading hospitals.
* Private pension contribution which increases with length of service.
* Season Ticket Loan and Cycle to Work scheme.
* Group Life Assurance from day one.
* Critical illness cover.
* Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay.
* Corporate staff discount for all facilities including Maternity packages at The Portland.
* Comprehensive range of flexible health, protection, and lifestyle benefits to suit you.
* Discounts with over 800 major retailers.
Diversity and Inclusion
Patients first. Colleagues always. That’s the guiding philosophy behind our approach to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging. We believe healthcare is built on a foundation of inclusion, compassion, and respect for our patients and for each other. By working together with our colleagues, we’re creating a truly inclusive environment, where individual differences are celebrated, and everyone can achieve their potential.
We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their full self to work and be afforded the same opportunities. That’s why we’re happy to discuss flexible working arrangements to suit your needs, as well as offer reasonable adjustments throughout our recruitment process, and in the workplace, to anyone that needs them.
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