Exercise Physiologist , Cardiac Rehab - Part Time
About The Position
Implements and supervises physical conditioning and aerobic exercise programs. Teaches patients and families regarding healthy lifestyles. This role is a primary staff member for all day-to-day aspects of preventative health programs, both PDMP and Cardiac Rehab. The Exercise Physiologist completes the initial exercise assessment of patients entering the Cardiac Rehab or PDMP Program, participates in a team approach to develop the plan of care with associated health care professionals, and orients participants to the exercise program, including demonstration of correct body mechanics and safe use of equipment to execute the exercise prescription. The role also involves working with individuals to develop an individualized exercise program and health plan to follow outside of the program, and providing educational programs for participants. Calculations of exercise prescription based on GXT as necessary and updates per patient response are also key responsibilities. Additionally, the role includes completing annual education requirements and community benefit activities such as attending Mended Hearts and/or Better Breathers, and assisting with Rose Walk and Pulmonary Fair.
Requirements
- Bachelors’ degree in Health, Physical Education, Exercise Physiology or related field required.
- CPR required at date of hire.
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire.
- Arrhythmia training required within 6 months of hire.
- 6 months of experience required with exercise testing, exercise prescription and consultation in a cardiovascular clinical area.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Implements and supervises physical conditioning and aerobic exercise programs.
- Teaches patients and families regarding healthy lifestyles.
- Completes initial exercise assessment of patients entering the Cardiac Rehab or PDMP Program.
- Participates in a team approach to develop the plan of care with associated health care professionals.
- Orients participants to exercise program, including demonstration of correct body mechanics and safe use of equipment to execute the exercise prescription.
- Works with individuals to develop individualized exercise program and health plan to follow outside of program.
- Provides educational programs for participants.
- Calculates exercise prescription based on GXT as necessary and updates per patient response.
- Completes annual education requirements.
- Attends Mended Hearts and/or Better Breathers, and assists with Rose Walk and Pulmonary Fair.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Tuition reimbursement up to $3000/year
- Contribution and match on Retirement Plan
- Five weeks paid time off
- Access to Success coaches
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
