Cardiac Rehab Therapist PRN

HCA•Cypress, TX

55d

About The Position

The clinical Cardiac Rehab Therapist, is responsible for professional care and related assistance to patients in all phases of Cardiac Rehabilitation. The Therapist will provide direct and indirect patient care in both inpatient and outpatient setting. They will assess, evaluate and prescribe safe and effective exercise for patients recovering from a heart attack, heart surgery, or have been diagnose with cardiac disease.

Requirements

One year of healthcare experience preferred.
Current BLS certification is required.
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or related field required
Previous experience in cardiac rehab or pulmonary rehab setting is required
Must be able to work a minimum of 1 week a month
Must be available to interview M-F, between 12:30 - 1:30 pm

Responsibilities

Monitor hemodynamic responses during exercise
Develop suitable exercises at an appropriate heart rate range
Teach patient independent exercise habits
Provide information on cardiac risk factor modification and positive lifestyle change
Exhibits basic knowledge of cardiac arrhythmias
Exhibits professional and ethical conduct at all times
Is courteous with patients, co-workers, family members, physicians, and the general public
Appropriately handles confidential information regarding patient records

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)