Exercise Oncology Specialist (Part time, Portsmouth)

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey as an Exercise Oncology Specialist at our state-of-the-art cancer care centre located in Portsmouth? Join our dedicated team at GenesisCare UK and be part of something extraordinary.

Please note: This position is offered on a part time basis.

The Role

As an Exercise Oncology Specialist with us, you'll play a pivotal role in being responsible for providing the day-to-day co-ordination and delivery of the Exercise Medicine Service. You will be working under the supervision of the Physiotherapist (Exercise Clinic Lead (ECL)), to provide guidance and support to people with a prescribed exercise programme as part of their cancer treatment. This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact and develop your career.

What You'll Do

• Develop and deliver tailored exercise programmes for patients in the Exercise Medicine Service.
• Ensure all sessions, whether in-person or virtual, are safe, engaging, and aligned with the patient’s health status and treatment plans.
• Manage patient schedules and ensure the smooth running of the clinic.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including updates on progress, discharges, and recommendations for ongoing exercise.
• Work closely with internal teams, Penny Brohn consultants, and external stakeholders to provide a holistic and high-quality patient experience.
• Actively contribute to service improvement initiatives and participate in relevant forums to enhance the Exercise Medicine service.
• Maintain professional qualifications and participate in ongoing training and development.
• Ensure compliance with GenesisCare policies, legal regulations, and the statutory Duty of Candour to uphold patient safety and care standards.
  
  

What You'll Have

Experience and skills:

• (Desirable) Experience of working with those living with and beyond cancer
• (Desirable) Experience of working with those with long-term conditions
• Strong communication skills, tailored to various audiences, including patients, carers, and healthcare professionals.
• Driven, ambitious
• Team contributor
• A good organiser and influencer
• Highly self-motivated with a positive attitude
• Determination with initiative to succeed
• Responsive to change and not afraid to take on new challenges
• Very well presented
  
  

Essential

Qualifications and Knowledge:

• Level 3 Qualified Personal Trainer with at least 3 years of experience
• Knowledge of Oncology and long-term conditions
  
  

Desirable

• Level 4 Qualification in Cancer and Exercise
• GP referral qualification / Specialist population instructor qualifications as appropriate
• Registered with a professional body e.g. CIMSPA plus requirement to maintain ongoing registration
• Motivational and behavioural interviewing qualification/experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft, Excel and databases
  
  

Why Choose GenesisCare

Discover what's in store for you when you join the GenesisCare UK team:

• Shape your work-life balance with 25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, and the option to buy more or sell back annual leave.
• Prioritise your well-being with complimentary private medical and dental coverage, access to Employee Assistance Program, and Income Protection.
• Access our world-class radiotherapy - free to you and your immediate family, if required.
• Secure your future with a competitive Company Contributory Pension Scheme.
• Nurture your mental health and well-being through our well-being community, with access to Babylon Health and Headspace Wellbeing.
• Enjoy hassle-free commutes with free parking at most of our centres.
• Treat yourself with exclusive retail discounts.
  
  

Who We Are

GenesisCare UK is the leading provider of private oncology services in the UK, pioneering a transformation in cancer care. Through innovative, personalised treatments, we are enhancing patient quality of life, life expectancy, and overall survival rates.

We are a team of over 600 highly trained physicians, healthcare professionals and support staff operating 14 specialist outpatient cancer centres across the UK. Our aim is to provide world-class care, offering the latest proven treatments including advanced diagnostics, medical oncology, radiotherapy, and Theranostics.

We take an integrated approach to cancer care, focusing on treating the whole patient, not just the cancer. Our personalised treatment programmes include wellbeing services in partnership with Penny Brohn UK and exercise medicine, proven to enhance patient outcomes.

Collaborating with universities and leading clinicians globally, we're dedicated to researching and developing improved cancer treatments. Our UK clinical trials programme aims to broaden access to new therapies.

We’re passionate about innovation and working together to make great things happen. We make significant investments in our employees to provide opportunities for growth, learning, and development within their roles.

Join GenesisCare UK and shape your future, while shaping the future of cancer care.

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