Exercise Tech-Patient Educator, PRN, Cardiac Rehab, EWCH, Murphy, NC

Erlanger • Murphy, NC

3d

About The Position

The Exercise Technician/Patient Educator will participate in out-patient phases of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program under the direction of their Cardiac Rehab Manager. Responsibilities include coordination and supervision of exercise sessions in Phases II, III, and IV under the direction of their referring physician. Patient education responsibilities will include provision of appropriate education for patients in all phases of the program. The Exercise Tech/Patient Educator will be responsible for monitoring vital signs. This includes blood pressures, pulse oximetry measurements and EKGs. Help guide group breathing exercises in the form of resistance training. Help FTE staff members with data input and patient report printing/filing. The Exercise Technician/Patient Educator will participate in out-patient phases of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. Responsibilities include coordination and supervision of exercise sessions in Phases II, III, and IV. Patient education responsibilities will include provision of appropriate education for patients in all phases of the program. The age of the patient is primary adult, although geriatric patients may be served. Orientation, continuing education, knowledge and skills will be developed as appropriate for these categories. Must be self-motivated and works efficiently under the direction of an RN or Exercise Specialist with only occasional limited supervision. Phases II includes education regarding proper exercise procedures, self-monitoring of heart rate and exertion levels during exercise. Phase III builds on phase II with patient integrated into a group setting or working more independently and Phase IV is where the patient is encouraged to work independently at home and continue with conditioning to maintain an independent exercise routine. Day to day may include helping staff file and print reports for patient care. Blood pressure and vitals are taken regularly, and data may need to be input into the Tele software. Helping sterilize equipment and ensure patients have their necessary equipment training and sanitation tools. Staff must be open and friendly with patients as they are interacting with them.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification required prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of basic and advanced EKG interpretation.
• Able to perform blood pressure checks.
• One-year experience in cardiac and/or pulmonary care or cardiac/pulmonary rehab.
• Demonstrated competence with Dysrhythmias monitoring, interpretation and intervention to include defibrillation.
• ACLS certification

Responsibilities

• Coordination and supervision of exercise sessions in Phases II, III, and IV under the direction of their referring physician.
• Patient education responsibilities will include provision of appropriate education for patients in all phases of the program.
• Responsible for monitoring vital signs. This includes blood pressures, pulse oximetry measurements and EKGs.
• Help guide group breathing exercises in the form of resistance training.
• Help FTE staff members with data input and patient report printing/filing.
• Helping staff file and print reports for patient care.
• Blood pressure and vitals are taken regularly, and data may need to be input into the Tele software.
• Helping sterilize equipment and ensure patients have their necessary equipment training and sanitation tools.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED