Exercise Specialist Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab

Corewell Health • Greenville, MI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about improving the health of your community and helping patients achieve their best quality of life? We are seeking a full-time Exercise Specialist to join our Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehabilitation team in Greenville. In this role, you will work in group settings and one-on-one with patients, providing individualized exercise guidance and education that empowers them to make lasting lifestyle changes. We are looking for a team member who is dedicated to delivering exceptional patient experiences, values relationship-building, and understands the vital role of exercise and education in improving cardiovascular and pulmonary health. Our multidisciplinary team includes Exercise Physiologists, Respiratory Therapists, and a Registered Dietitian, all working collaboratively to support patients enrolled in our Pulmonary Rehab and Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs. Together, we create a welcoming and supportive environment focused on helping patients achieve their health goals and improve their overall well-being. If you are committed to patient-centered care, enjoy working as part of a collaborative team, and want to make a meaningful impact on the Greenville community, we encourage you to apply.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Health Science or related field
• Less than 2 years of relevant experience in the following areas: conducting graded exercise testing, knowledge of cardiovascular physiology, risk factor identification/modification; basic electrocardiogram (EKG) knowledge or completion of an internship in Cardiac Rehab.
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Preventive Cardiology and Rehab, Cardiovascular Imaging, Congenital Heart Center, and Implantable Cardiac Device Clinic 90 Days required Or CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - ARC American Red Cross Preventive Cardiology and Rehab, Cardiovascular Imaging, Congenital Heart Center and Implantable Cardiac Device Clinic 90 Days required
• CRT-Adv Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA American Heart Association WITHIN 90 DAYS Preventive Cardiology and Rehab, Cardiovascular Imaging and Implantable Cardiac Device Clinic; WITHIN 1 Year Congenital Heart Center 90 Days required
• CRT-Pediatric Adv Life Support (PALS) - AHA American Heart Association Congenital Heart Center 1 Year required
• CRT-Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Certified (CEP) - ACSM American College of Sports Medicine Preventive Cardiology and Rehab, Cardiovascular Imaging, Implantable Cardiac Device Clinic and Congenital Heart Center 180 Days required
• BLS - 90 Days
• ACLS - 90 Days
• CEP - 180 Days

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Health Science or related field
• Completed a Clinical Internship in Cardiac or/and Pulmonary Rehab, or will possess experience in Cardiac or/and Pulmonary Rehab
• Experience with patient interactions/patient care
• Epic experience if possible
• Cardiac or/and Pulmonary Rehab experience is ideal, but not necessary

Responsibilities

• Performs cardiopulmonary stress testing and physiological evaluation.
• May also analyze external cardiacs and assist in the implantable device management.
• Provides patient education related to heart healthy lifestyle choices.
• Plans, develops and conducts graded exercise testing.
• Monitors patient’s activity, physiological response, and adherence to the exercise sessions.
• Provides specific exercise prescription to individuals based on age, culture and orthopedic considerations.
• May also analyze external monitor findings utilizing appropriate technology and processes report according to protocol; and assist in management of patients with implantable devices, including but not limited to triage, entering and tracking data, reviewing remotes, performing in-clinic interrogations, and scheduling patients as needed.
• Provides patient education talking points and/or individual and group counseling and teaching regarding principles of a healthy lifestyle.
• May create and update educational materials.
• Assists with new employee orientation within department.
• Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of services.
• Participates in research projects and on committees/task forces as member, consultant and/or chair.
• May flex to the medical program or surgical program as needed.

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
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

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