Lymphoedema Therapist

Are you a Registered Nurse, State Registered Physiotherapist, or Occupational Therapist with expertise in Lymphoedema? We are looking for a skilled Lymphoedema Therapist to join our dedicated and compassionate team. The ideal candidate will be able to manage their own caseload, actively participate in team discussions, and consistently provide patient-centred care.

Department:
Lymphoedema
Employment type:
Full-time
Hours:
37.5
Salary:
Competitive
Location:
Hybrid
DBS required:
Enhanced
Reference:
19191
Closing date:
26/1/2026

About this role

Are you a Registered Nurse, State Registered Physiotherapist, or Occupational Therapist with expertise in Lymphoedema? We are looking for a skilled Lymphoedema Therapist to join our dedicated and compassionate team. The ideal candidate will be able to manage their own caseload, actively participate in team discussions, and consistently provide patient-centred care.

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The role involves rotation between three sites: St John’s Hospice, Charing Cross Hospital, West Harrow Clinic 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.

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What are the key responsibilities of 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 patient's 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.

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Am I the right person for this role?

  • 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.

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Why apply for this role?

We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment, which enables our employees to not only provide the highest quality of care to our patients and their families but also be happy, motivated and confident individuals.

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As well as our training and development programmes, we are committed to supporting our employee’s health and wellbeing, and offer a wide range of benefits. Some of these include:

  • Salary: Competitive pay with progressive band structuring.
  • Pension: Contributory pension schemes including continuation of your existing NHS pension.
  • Annual leave: A generous 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
  • Health and wellbeing: Private healthcare cover of up to £20,000 per year, eye care vouchers, access to free, confidential one-to-one counselling, on-site Mental Health First Aiders and Freedom to Speak Up Champions.
  • Learning and development: Ongoing training and development programmes, external study leave and grants available up to £1,500.
  • Rewards and recognition: Employee "Service Excellence" recognition rewards.
  • Flexible working: Flexible working arrangements regardless of length of service.
  • Travel: Cycle to work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans.
  • Discounts: Discounts at our on-site pharmacy, charity shop and a range of local, national and online shops, restaurants and cinemas.

About St John's

We provide quality, holistic care to people living with life-limiting illnesses and their families across North London. As well as our Inpatient Unit and Wellbeing Centre located in St John’s Wood, we work out in the community, in people’s homes, providing care to more than 4,000 people every year.

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We welcome people from all faiths and communities across Westminster, Brent, Camden, Islington, Harrow, Hammersmith & Fulham, and Kensington & Chelsea. Our services are free to all and include community care, Hospice@Home, inpatient care, day services, social and welfare support, bereavement counselling and carer respite, ensuring each of our patients and their families are supported through every aspect of their journey.

How to apply

If you are ready for a new challenge and share our passion and commitment to providing quality, holistic care to patients and their families then we would love to hear from you. Please note that we are a part of the charitable St John and St Elizabeth and when you click the button below, you will be taken to their website to submit your application.

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