Cardiopulmonary Specialist

Trinity Health

About The Position

We are seeking a .6 FTE CardioPulmonary Rehab Specialist. BLS required. Bachlors degree required. Minimal of 1 year of experience in cardiac rehab or cardiology. Day shifts, some Saturday shifts. Under the supervision of the medical director and manager; assesses, plans, organizes, implements and evaluates rehabilitation program for cardiac, pulmonary and vascular adult patients. Supervises and monitors exercise prescription and provides education for clients within the framework of a multi-disciplinary team. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Assist in Phase I with inpatient ambulation, risk factor education and instruction in home exercise program - Implements medically supervised plan of care for Phase II (outpatient) and Phase III (maintenance) cardiopulmonary rehabilitation Provide patient intake appointments; including referral follow-up, scheduling, patient orientation and baseline assessment Provides exercise prescription for patients utilizing assessment data, patient status and current medication regimen; updates prescriptions according to patient response Leads warm-up, endurance and cool-down exercise Monitors, assess, treat, and document patient tolerance of exercise in accordance with policies and procedures; monitors ECG, blood pressures, rate of perceived exertion - Recognizes contraindications to exercise abnormal patient response, and responds appropriately Updates treatment plans and documents progress in medical record - Assists with patient/family education - Maintains and uses equipment properly; reports to supervisor repair needs, supplies MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related health field. Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire. Experience in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation beneficial. Completion of EKG cardiac monitoring class within 6 months of hire date. Computer experience helpful. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.

Requirements

BLS required
Bachlors degree required
Minimal of 1 year of experience in cardiac rehab or cardiology
Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related health field.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
Completion of EKG cardiac monitoring class within 6 months of hire date.
Computer experience helpful.

Nice To Haves

Experience in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation beneficial.

Responsibilities

Assist in Phase I with inpatient ambulation, risk factor education and instruction in home exercise program
Implements medically supervised plan of care for Phase II (outpatient) and Phase III (maintenance) cardiopulmonary rehabilitation
Provide patient intake appointments; including referral follow-up, scheduling, patient orientation and baseline assessment
Provides exercise prescription for patients utilizing assessment data, patient status and current medication regimen; updates prescriptions according to patient response
Leads warm-up, endurance and cool-down exercise
Monitors, assess, treat, and document patient tolerance of exercise in accordance with policies and procedures; monitors ECG, blood pressures, rate of perceived exertion
Recognizes contraindications to exercise abnormal patient response, and responds appropriately
Updates treatment plans and documents progress in medical record
Assists with patient/family education
Maintains and uses equipment properly; reports to supervisor repair needs, supplies