Cardiac Exercise Specialist | Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab | Day Shift | PRN

UF Health • Leesburg, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Since the doors opened more than 60 years ago, UF Health Leesburg Hospital has continued to build upon its reputation as a leading medical center and the most comprehensive provider of health care services in the region. The hospital offers advanced cardiovascular care, including one of the largest open-heart programs in Florida. The American College of Cardiology has recognized UF Health Leesburg Hospital for its demonstrated expertise and commitment in treating patients with chest pain by awarding a Chest Pain Center Accreditation with Primary PCI and Resuscitation – its highest and best level of accreditation. The hospital also offers world-class orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic-assisted surgery, lifesaving emergency care, stroke treatment, labor & delivery, and so much more.
The Director is a servant-leader at UF Health Leesburg Hospital and he is dedicated to the success of his team and the people of his community. This is a close-knit Cath Lab and Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab team where collaboration and teamwork is celebrated. The benefit about working here is that you will truly learn and acquire valuable experience, as there are a lot of complex interventional cases and structural heart case patients.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or Sports Medicine
• BLS

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in an undergraduate cardiac rehabilitation/wellness center or one (1) year practical experience preferred
• One (1) year experience in developing exercise prescriptions for high-risk populations in a hospital-based cardiac rehabilitation or wellness center program preferred

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the director/supervisor/charge nurse, the exercise specialist assists in the daily operation of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department through the instruction and supervision of clients during exercise sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees