Respiratory Rehabilitation Support Specialist

4 weeks ago


Bishop Auckland, Durham, United Kingdom County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

The Pulmonary Rehabilitation team operates within the community care division of County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust, dedicated to enhancing community health services and empowering individuals to maintain their independence and quality of life. Our established program serves patients in the region, focusing on those with chronic respiratory conditions.

We are currently seeking a dedicated Band 3 Pulmonary Rehabilitation Assistant to join our expanding community physiotherapy services.

This is a permanent part-time role, primarily based at various healthcare facilities within the trust, requiring flexibility to cover multiple locations as needed.

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting the implementation of a comprehensive pulmonary rehabilitation exercise program for patients with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). The program aims to:

  • Enhance patients' self-management skills for their respiratory conditions.
  • Improve health-related quality of life and manage breathlessness.
  • Increase functional capacity and reduce disability associated with chronic respiratory diseases.

Job Duties Include:

  • Assisting qualified physiotherapists in evaluating patient eligibility for the program.
  • Conducting objective assessments and tests.
  • Facilitating both individual and group exercise sessions, both virtually and in-person.
  • Delivering educational components of the rehabilitation program.
  • Supporting the national respiratory audit program through data collection and input.
  • Managing equipment orders and performing administrative tasks, including appointment scheduling and referral processing.

Collaboration with General Practitioners, Primary Care Networks, Clinical Commissioning Groups, and secondary care respiratory teams is essential to foster strong working relationships.

Essential Qualifications and Skills

  • A valid UK driving license and willingness to travel between sites during working hours.
  • Proficiency in IT, with experience in System 1 being advantageous.
  • Background in delivering rehabilitation programs within community settings.

Desirable Attributes

  • Recent experience in pulmonary rehabilitation within the NHS.
  • Basic competency in mobility assessments and exercise progression.
  • Evidence of continuous professional development and reflective practice.

About Our Organization

We are committed to providing equitable opportunities and encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and those from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, as these groups are currently underrepresented in our workforce.

For further details, please refer to the complete job description available in the supporting documents.



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