Exercise Specialist

Hartford HealthCare • Willimantic, CT

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About The Position

Responsible for administering aerobic and other exercise programs with patients with cardiovascular disorders in collaboration and conjunction with RN's to enhance quality of life, manage health risk, and promote lasting health behavior change. Evaluate orthopedic problems and assess individual exercise potential. The exercise scientist performs maximal and submaximal exercise tests, develops and administer programs designed to enhance aerobic endurance, cardiovascular function, muscular strength, endurance and balance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or Sports Medicine required.
• Certification as a Clinical Exercise Specialist through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or be a Registered Exercise Physiologist.
• Currently certified in BLS or completion during the first three months of employment.
• Arrhythmia interpretation required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Cardiac Rehabilitation preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Administering aerobic and other exercise programs with patients with cardiovascular disorders
• Evaluate orthopedic problems and assess individual exercise potential.
• Performs maximal and submaximal exercise tests
• Develop and administer programs designed to enhance aerobic endurance, cardiovascular function, muscular strength, endurance and balance.

What This Job Offers

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