Exercise Physiologist

Corewell Health • Royal Oak, MI

9h • Onsite

About The Position

About the Unit Cardiac Rehabilitation at Corewell Health in Farmington Hills is a leading healthcare institution dedicated to helping patients recover and improve their heart health. Located at 28050 Grand River Avenue in Farmington Hills, Michigan, this hospital offers comprehensive rehabilitation programs designed to support individuals in their journey to recovery after a cardiac event or procedure. With a team of experienced healthcare professionals, state-of-the-art facilities, and personalized treatment plans, patients can expect the highest quality of care and support as they work towards improving their cardiovascular health. Scope of Work Job duties may include any of the following and vary by site. See site specific addendums (if available) for details. Provides all aspects of phases I – III cardiac rehabilitation. Under general direction, develops, implements and evaluates exercise prescriptions and exercise sessions for all phases of cardio/pulmonary rehab as well as other chronic illnesses. Creates educational materials and provides education both cardio/pulmonary patients and other patients referred to the cardiac rehab program. Plans and participates in special patient events, writing/research endeavors, professional conferences, the student internship program, specialized programmatic service lines (ie, Cardiovascular Performance Clinic, cardiac rehab referral intake, cardiac rehabilitation marketing, etc.), and/or departmental improvement initiatives related to the department. Extremely knowledgeable of cardiac risk factors. Provides all aspects of care management to the Phase II patients in an effective, timely, inspirational manner. Supervises cardiovascular stress tests for individuals with and without chronic disease in order to obtain reliable and valid data. Provides other services such as Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) and holter and event monitor placement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or related field.
• ECG interpretation experience required.
• A minimum 2 years’ experience or successful completion of a 600-hour clinical internship in the cardiac rehab setting may be required dependent on job location within the system.
• Current BLS Certification- required
• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist or AACVPR Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional within one year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support- preferred (may be required at specific sites)

Responsibilities

• Provides all aspects of phases I – III cardiac rehabilitation.
• Under general direction, develops, implements and evaluates exercise prescriptions and exercise sessions for all phases of cardio/pulmonary rehab as well as other chronic illnesses.
• Creates educational materials and provides education both cardio/pulmonary patients and other patients referred to the cardiac rehab program.
• Plans and participates in special patient events, writing/research endeavors, professional conferences, the student internship program, specialized programmatic service lines (ie, Cardiovascular Performance Clinic, cardiac rehab referral intake, cardiac rehabilitation marketing, etc.), and/or departmental improvement initiatives related to the department.
• Provides all aspects of care management to the Phase II patients in an effective, timely, inspirational manner.
• Supervises cardiovascular stress tests for individuals with and without chronic disease in order to obtain reliable and valid data.
• Provides other services such as Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) and holter and event monitor placement.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level