About this role
Job summary
This is a rare opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced individual to join the Bridgend Cardiac Rehabilitation Service. Our well established and highly motivated multidisciplinary team comprises specialist cardiac rehabilitation nurses, physiotherapist, psychologist, plus dedicated secretarial support.
Main duties of the job
The job entails supporting members of the multidisciplinary team in the running of the cardiac rehabilitation service. Tasks will include supporting the physiotherapist in providing the exercise component of the programme; administrative duties, assisting the team secretary and cardiac rehabilitation nurses; additional tasks as required by other members of the multidisciplinary team.
Welsh Skills Desirable: This post is advertised as Welsh Desirable at Level 3 Speaking/Listening (or 'B1' Level if you've learnt Welsh as an adult). This doesn't mean you have to be fluent or able to write long reports in Welsh; it just means being able to hold simple conversations with patients. Have a look at the 'Croeso Candidate!' guide attached below for more information.
About us
Cwm Taf Morgannwg (CTM) University Health Board, part of NHS Wales, serves a large population across a diverse and beautiful region, steeped in history and heritage. With nearly 13,500 staff, our health board is one of Wales's largest employers.
Together, we are Team CTM; a workforce dedicated to offering excellent patient care and support to the 450,000 people across our three regions, Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil, and Rhondda Cynon Taf. We operate three District General hospitals, several community hospitals, primary and community care facilities.
CTM's location offers the best of South Wales, just 20 minutes from Cardiff's vibrant city life, the natural beauty of the Brecon Beacons, and the serene coastline at Ogmore. Whether you enjoy lively urban amenities, peaceful countryside, or seaside escapes, our location makes an ideal setting for both work and personal life.
Our CTM 2030 Strategy--Our Health, Our Future--focuses on uniting our region around shared health and wellbeing goals. Our values guide us daily:
We listen, learn, and improve
We treat everyone with respect
We work together as one team
CTM employees enjoy benefits including; a leading pension, generous leave, flexible work, career growth, and access to ongoing learning and development.
At CTM, you'll find a welcoming, team-oriented workplace that values diversity and compassion, where you can take pride in your work and the difference it makes.
Job description Job responsibilities
The post holder will work within the Cardiac Rehabilitation team and assist in the delivery of the service to patients with cardiac conditions, with or without direct supervision of the multi-disciplinary team, within all areas of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Service (acute and community based).
They will undertake agreed group programmes with individual clients/patients following assessment by members of the multi-disciplinary team, underpinned by appropriate experience/knowledge.
The post holder will undertake responsibility for aspects of assessment and the delivery of exercise groups within agreed parameters, following assessment by the physiotherapist and other multi-disciplinary team staff and maintain clinical records and report accurately to others.
The post holder will also carry out administrative duties, in relation to departmental needs including maintenance of records (paper and electronic) and statistical information, utilising databases and accessing clinical systems.
The post holder is required to undertake a range of clinical and clerical activities as delegated by the Team Manager, Physiotherapist and other multi-disciplinary team members.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Experience Essential
Previous experience of working in care or leisure setting. Experience of working in a busy and varied workplace including dealing with the public.
Desirable
Broad range of life experiences.
Aptitude, Abilities & Skills Essential
Organisational and time management skills. Ability to work as part of a team. IT literate with standard keyboard skills.
Desirable
Welsh Language Speaking & Listening Skills (Level 3 and above/B2)
Personal Qualities Essential
Good communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to take responsibility within agreed protocols. Ability to prioritise and organise time effectively.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details Employer name Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board
Address Princess of Wales Hospital
Coity Road
Bridgend
CF31 1RQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://joinctm.wales/ (Opens in a new tab)