Exercise Therapist Per Diem

Hebrew SeniorLife•Dedham, MA

13d•$53,971 - $80,957•Onsite

About The Position

The Exercise Therapist will provide exercise programming, guidance and motivation to HSL LTCH patients involved in the Circle of Fitness (CoF) gym–based program and other LTCH Restorative Exercise programs. The position may include participation in, and support of, the Rubenstein Unit-Based Exercise (RUBEX) program and exercise supervision of clients enrolled in Hebrew Rehabilitation Center’s “Get Up & Go” Outpatient exercise program. In the absence of the Immediate Supervisor, the Exercise Therapist will be supported and supervised by the Manager of Outpatient Exercise and Wellness.

Requirements

Must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
Must demonstrate competence in retrieving information from the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Must be able to articulate and document pertinent information regarding patients exercise prescription and progress in accordance with professional standards and guidelines.
Must be able to accurately enter resident exercise information into the Patient Care System (PCS) on a daily basis.
Bachelor’s Degree in related health field such as Exercise Science or Allied Health.
Excellent critical assessment skills.
Proficient verbal, written and computer skills

Nice To Haves

ACSM Health Fitness Instructor or Exercise Specialist certification encouraged.

Responsibilities

Conducts physical performance evaluations and functional testing with resident participants in the CoF exercise program.
Develops individualized exercise programs for CoF gym participants utilizing the principles of progressive resistance training (PRT).
Provides coaching in proper exercise technique to patients for maximal strength, endurance and functional exercise benefit.
Communicates with team members and appropriate resident care staff regarding medical or other changes noted during exercise sessions.
Must be able to identify contraindications and/or modifications in order to practice safe exercise programming.
Leads or provides support to leaders of RUBEX group exercise classes on households/floors.
Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to NuStep training and progression on resident households/floors.
Travels between HSL CLF exercise programs in Roslindale and Dedham, if necessary.
Attends monthly CLF staff meeting.