Lymphodema Therapist

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 9 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

We are seeking a Lymphoedema Therapist to join our dedicated and compassionate team. The ideal candidate will be expected to manage a caseload independently contribute to team discussions and maintain a patient-centered approach to care. The role involves rotation between two sites: St Johns Hospice and Charing Cross Hospital as well as conducting home visits when required. This offers a diverse experience with various patient populations ensuring that the needs of the service are met.

Located in leafy St Johns Wood on the Jubilee line minutes from Central London our luxury private Hospital has an international reputation for providing the highest quality of care to patients and is unique in that all profits fund our onsite Hospice St Johns.

Am I the right person for this role

To conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with lymphoedema or chronic oedema addressing physical psychological and psychosocial needs in line with best practice and clinical guidelines.
To develop and implement care plans tailored to individual patient needs using appropriate treatment modalities such as compression therapy manual lymphatic drainage and education. Ensure treatment plans are based on evidence-based practice.
To regularly evaluate the patients progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure continued improvement and effective symptom management.
To work closely with other healthcare professionals within the hospice and hospital teams to ensure continuity of care providing advice and sharing relevant patient information where needed.
To provide clear and practical information to patients and their families about managing lymphoedema and oedema ensuring patients are supported in managing their condition independently.
To serve as a clinical resource for other healthcare professionals offering guidance on lymphoedema management and maintaining clinical standards.
To participate in the lymphoedema peer group clinical supervision.
To contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of care by participating in audits and reviews of patient outcomes. Ensure that the service maintains a high standard of care delivery.
To ensure the appropriate use of resources including equipment and supplies and assist in managing stock levels effectively. Highlight any resource constraints to the Lead Practitioner.
To contribute to the development and adherence to departmental policies and procedures ensuring consistency and high-quality care across the service.
To employ excellent communication skills in conveying at time complex or sensitive information.

You will have

Registered Nurse or State registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
Internationally approved certificate as a Lymphoedema Therapist (Foeldi Vodder Casley-Smith Leduc or equivalent).
Professional registration
Educated to first degree level or equivalent
Post registration lymphoedema skills & experience
Excellent lymphoedema clinical skills

Why apply for this role

At our organisation we are passionate about providing our employees with a supportive and engaging environment. As well as ongoing development and training we offer our employees a wide range of benefits;

When you become part of the HJE Family these are some of the benefits you will receive:

Private healthcare scheme worth up to 20000 per year
27 days annual leave
Blue Light Card discounts
Interest-free season ticket loans
Cycle to work scheme
Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
Free newspaper and media subscriptions
Local Business discounts
Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
Refer a Friend scheme
Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
Personal development and training courses
Annual events and recognition awards
Career progression and increments
For employees joining us from the NHS we can provide continuation of your NHS pension

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.

Am I the right person for this role

To conduct comprehensive assessments of patients with lymphoedema or chronic oedema addressing physical psychological and psychosocial needs in line with best practice and clinical guidelines.
To develop and implement care plans tailored to individual patient needs using appropriate treatment modalities such as compression therapy manual lymphatic drainage and education. Ensure treatment plans are based on evidence-based practice.
To regularly evaluate the patients progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure continued improvement and effective symptom management.
To work closely with other healthcare professionals within the hospice and hospital teams to ensure continuity of care providing advice and sharing relevant patient information where needed.
To provide clear and practical information to patients and their families about managing lymphoedema and oedema ensuring patients are supported in managing their condition independently.
To serve as a clinical resource for other healthcare professionals offering guidance on lymphoedema management and maintaining clinical standards.
To participate in the lymphoedema peer group clinical supervision.
To contribute to the monitoring and evaluation of care by participating in audits and reviews of patient outcomes. Ensure that the service maintains a high standard of care delivery.
To ensure the appropriate use of resources including equipment and supplies and assist in managing stock levels effectively. Highlight any resource constraints to the Lead Practitioner.
To contribute to the development and adherence to departmental policies and procedures ensuring consistency and high-quality care across the service.
To employ excellent communication skills in conveying at time complex or sensitive information.

You will have

Registered Nurse or State registered Physiotherapist or Occupational Therapist
Internationally approved certificate as a Lymphoedema Therapist (Foeldi Vodder Casley-Smith Leduc or equivalent).
Professional registration
Educated to first degree level or equivalent
Post registration lymphoedema skills & experience
Excellent lymphoedema clinical skills

Why apply for this role

When you become part of the HJE Family these are some of the benefits you will receive:

Private healthcare scheme worth up to 20000 per year
27 days annual leave
Blue Light Card discounts
Interest-free season ticket loans
Cycle to work scheme
Free eye check-up vouchers with contribution towards lenses
Free newspaper and media subscriptions
Local Business discounts
Discount in our Hospice Charity shop
Refer a Friend scheme
Free Cinema Society Membership offering discounted tickets
Personal development and training courses
Annual events and recognition awards
Career progression and increments
For employees joining us from the NHS we can provide continuation of your NHS pension

If you are ready for a new challenge and relish the chance to become part of a successful forward thinking organisation then we would love to hear from you.