Exercise Physiologist (EP) - Cardiopulmonary Rehab

American Addiction Centers • Hazel Crest, IL

97d • $24 - $37

About The Position

The position is for a part-time role at Advocate South Suburban Hospital in the Cardiac Rehabilitation department. The expectation is for the candidate to be available for one or more days per week. The pay range for this position is between $24.85 and $37.30 per hour. The role involves interpreting physiological data from stress tests to determine individualized exercise prescriptions, planning and implementing treatment programs based on patient evaluations, and modifying exercise prescriptions based on various medical factors. The candidate will work closely with physicians and other medical staff to determine program eligibility and patient progress, and will also establish health education programs for patients. Additional responsibilities include counseling patients on home activity and exercise programs, assisting in cardiac emergencies, and mentoring staff for certification in exercise physiology.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Interprets physiological data from stress tests for determination of individualized exercise prescription.
• Plans and implements treatment programs based upon patient evaluation.
• Modifies exercise prescription based on cardiac symptomatology and other medical problems.
• Works with physicians to determine program eligibility and patient progress.
• Establishes and presents a coordinated health education program for patients.
• Participates in family and patient conferences as necessary.
• Promotes referral to rehabilitation program by developing relationships with referral sources.
• Places electrodes on patients for various cardiac monitors and tests.
• Counsels patients in home activity and exercise programs.
• Assists in the resolution of cardiac emergencies or symptoms of exercise intolerance.
• May serve as a mentor for staff working for certification by American College of Sports Medicine.
• Serves as a hospital consultant in the area of exercise physiology.
• Participates in appropriate professional organizations for personal development.
• Assists in monitoring outpatient cardiac rehabilitation exercise groups.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties.

Benefits

• Base compensation based on qualifications and experience.
• Premium pay for shifts and on-call.
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match.
• Educational Assistance Program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees