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Clinical Exercise Therapist | South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust
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South West London & St George's Mental Health NHS Trust, Summerstown, Wandsworth
- Onsite working
- Full time
- Permanent
Posted 2 days ago, 25 Apr
Job ref: 5b5a68a7fd944ec596106b4efe31bc42
Full Job Description
To work effectively as a member of the OT team and provide a programme. of ward, department and community based therapeutic activities. This will include leading on the development and facilitation of sports and exercise interventions and activities across the secure service.
To assess patients' suitability for exercise, adhering to ACSM guidelines where appropriate
To discuss concerns around any identified medical contraindications to exercise with OT, Clinical Exercise Therapy colleagues, ward staff and MDT medical staff
To tailor patients sports and exercise programmes to their individual needs, taking personal interests and any possible limitations into account.
To be aware of patient history/background/culture/risk and take this into account when designing personalised exercise programmes.
To promote and support individual choice and maximum independence, respecting patients' beliefs and ensuring privacy and dignity.
To be familiar with medication and the possible side effects when planning /designing/delivering exercise programmes.
To maintain all fitness equipment to a satisfactory level, ensuring regular maintenance in line with Trust health and safety standards.
To continually evaluate patient progress, exercise programmes and risk assessments as patient's needs change, making timely alterations to exercise programmes accordingly.
To assess and manage risk effectively within clinical and community settings, ensuring a safe environment in which to exercise.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Lead Clinical exercise therapist in our forensic inpatient service in South West London & St George's Mental Health Trust. We have a large and supportive therapies team consisting of Occupational therapists, clinical exercise therapists, activity support workers, and technical instructors. The Forensic Inpatient Service is comprised of both medium and low secure wards. The service provides treatment under the Mental Health Act for men and women with mental health problems and who are considered to pose a significant risk of harm to others. The primary aim of the Forensic Inpatient Service is to provide a safe and secure environment in which to support forensic patients to develop the skills necessary for their recovery and a smooth transition into the community. The therapies team work across the four wards within the service.
The postholder will be a key member of the Forensic Occupational Therapy Team, co-ordinating and leading on the provision of exercise interventions and sports activities as part of the secure services programme for all medium and low secure wards. The service has a small team of clinical exercise therapists that sit within the broader Occupational Therapy team. The postholder will lead this aspect of the team providing a range of sports and exercise interventions and activities that reflect the needs of forensic inpatients, as well as developing initiatives that educate and motivate patients to adopt and maintain healthier lifestyles. There will be opportunity to lead on specific quality improvement and service development projects in line with need of the service. Innovation is encouraged.
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
To assess patients' suitability for exercise, adhering to ACSM guidelines where appropriate
To discuss concerns around any identified medical contraindications to exercise with OT, Clinical Exercise Therapy colleagues, ward staff and MDT medical staff
To tailor patients sports and exercise programmes to their individual needs, taking personal interests and any possible limitations into account.
To be aware of patient history/background/culture/risk and take this into account when designing personalised exercise programmes.
To promote and support individual choice and maximum independence, respecting patients' beliefs and ensuring privacy and dignity.
To be familiar with medication and the possible side effects when planning /designing/delivering exercise programmes.
To maintain all fitness equipment to a satisfactory level, ensuring regular maintenance in line with Trust health and safety standards.
To continually evaluate patient progress, exercise programmes and risk assessments as patient's needs change, making timely alterations to exercise programmes accordingly.
To assess and manage risk effectively within clinical and community settings, ensuring a safe environment in which to exercise.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Lead Clinical exercise therapist in our forensic inpatient service in South West London & St George's Mental Health Trust. We have a large and supportive therapies team consisting of Occupational therapists, clinical exercise therapists, activity support workers, and technical instructors. The Forensic Inpatient Service is comprised of both medium and low secure wards. The service provides treatment under the Mental Health Act for men and women with mental health problems and who are considered to pose a significant risk of harm to others. The primary aim of the Forensic Inpatient Service is to provide a safe and secure environment in which to support forensic patients to develop the skills necessary for their recovery and a smooth transition into the community. The therapies team work across the four wards within the service.
The postholder will be a key member of the Forensic Occupational Therapy Team, co-ordinating and leading on the provision of exercise interventions and sports activities as part of the secure services programme for all medium and low secure wards. The service has a small team of clinical exercise therapists that sit within the broader Occupational Therapy team. The postholder will lead this aspect of the team providing a range of sports and exercise interventions and activities that reflect the needs of forensic inpatients, as well as developing initiatives that educate and motivate patients to adopt and maintain healthier lifestyles. There will be opportunity to lead on specific quality improvement and service development projects in line with need of the service. Innovation is encouraged.
We are Proud to Belong at South West London and St George's Mental Health NHS Trust.
We have expert services, a rich history and a clear commitment to providing the best quality care for those with mental ill-health. The Care Quality Commission already rates our services as 'good' - we aspire to be 'outstanding'.
This is a great time to join us. We are transforming the way we care for our communities to support our mission of Making Life Better Together. We have built two brand new mental health facilities at Springfield University Hospital, which are amongst the best in the world. More developments are planned across our sites and services.
We are inclusive and diverse and strive to be actively anti racist. We want to attract people from all backgrounds and experiences to enrich the work we do together. We are proud to co-produce and involve our local communities in all that we do.
We offer flexible working, career development and a variety of benefits to enable a positive, welcoming environment in which our people and their careers can thrive.
Come and join our inclusive teams and help our patients on their recovery journey.
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