Job overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

The department of Perioperative Care at University Hospital Southampton NHS
Foundation Trust is delighted to be able a offer the role of Prehabilitation Clinical
Practitioner. This role is open
to both nursing and allied health professionals and will be an opportunity for
someone to work with a leading centre in both research and clinical expertise in
perioperative care.
The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work alongside a senior
multi-professional team of nurses, dietitians, anaesthetists, psychologists,
physiologists and project managers, to provide expert led prehabilitation
programs for surgical patients.
Within your role you will have the opportunity to help design the structure of
prehabilitation at UHS, manage a caseload of patients, lead and manage a team of
band 6 staff, support and work on research projects, and represent UHS
Perioperative care on a local, national and global stage.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast. 

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti-racist, anti-discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.