Cardiac Rehab Specialist

Melissa Memorial Hospital•Holyoke, CO

4d•$37 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

Melissa Memorial Hospital is looking for someone to join our team as a Cardiac Rehab Specialist. This team member will be responsible for delivery of care to individuals based on comprehensive assessment, analysis, communication and collaboration, and educational needs of the patient.

Requirements

Must possess a current, valid RN, Paramedic, Exercise Physiology Degree, or a valid certification to perform Cardiac Rehab Licensed in the state of Colorado.
BLS certification is required.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science or related field.
1-2 years Cardiac Rehab experience.
Bilingual preferred but not essential
Basic Cardiac Life Support, TNCC, ACLS, PALS.

Responsibilities

Develops exercise prescription, oversees exercise progression/ability of patients, and/or performs diagnostic tests.
Monitor, assess, treat, and document patient tolerance of exercise in accordance with policies and procedures.
Provides exercise prescriptions for patients utilizing assessment data, patient status, current medication regimen, and updates exercise prescriptions according to patient response.
Recognizes contraindications to exercise, and abnormal patient responses, and responds appropriately to all situations.
Provides exercise and disease management education for patients, peers, and the community.
EKG monitoring
Ambulatory monitoring placement, including Holter and e-patch placement.
Initial download and scanning of Holter telemetry reports.
perform ABI ankle brachial indexes for screen.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment.
Manual dexterity and physical ability to operate all equipment and perform all procedures.
Utilizes safe body mechanics to ensure patient and caregiver safety.
Support MMH vision and mission.
Maintain confidentiality of all work information.
Demonstrate an ability to function successfully in a team environment.
Exhibit courteous, compassionate, and respectful treatment of internal and external customers.
Displays a positive attitude and flexibility in changing situations.
Participates in identifying problems and suggesting solutions.
Report any compliance issues as designated in the MMH Compliance Program.