Senior Physiologist Manchester

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'll work in co-operation with the HCA UK Roodlane Medical team including Doctors, Nurses, Physiologists, Dietitians, Psychologists and Healthcare Assistants and 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'll 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 and record clinical compliances adequately.

You will also:

• Interpret clinical data, and deliver appropriate wellbeing and lifestyle advice

• Recommend appropriate escalation and in line with agreed triggers, to other clinical support as required, including  behavioural coaching, or signposting to GP or other clinical services available to the patient.

• Deliver 1:1 health coaching, 4 sessions over 12 week period, encouraging positive goal setting and behaviour 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 clinical management system

At HCA UK we care about what you care about. We care that you want to deliver the very best care. We care that you want a career you can be proud of. We care that you want working conditions that support your health and wellbeing. Let us care for you and your career, the same way you do for others.  

What you’ll bring:

• A methodical and organised approach to your work and must be attentive to detail. 

• The ability to communicate sensitively with patients and at times when understanding and level of cooperation may be compromised by age, disability illness, or other factors.

• Ability to take initiative and coordinate effectively with colleagues i.e. the I.T department, Operations, Administration and others.

• Understanding of the interpretation of scientific or laboratory data and can translate it to simple form

• Flexible in working practice and able to work under pressure to deadlines.

• Good IT Skills

• Good written and spoken English with strong and effective 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 gone on to 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 we can offer you unrivalled opportunities for career progression through internal and external courses, as well as working conditions that prioritise 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 (job title) (Unit) you’ll be eligible for:

• 25 days holiday each year (plus bank holidays) increasing with service, with 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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