Exercise Physiologist Cardiac Rehab

About the role

Implement and supervise physical exercise programs for patients.
Provide patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
Plan and teach exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen.
Monitor patient's response and revise plan accordingly.
Recognize contraindication and abnormal patient responses to exercise.

Responsibilities

• Implement and supervise physical exercise programs for patients.
• Provide patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
• Plan and teach exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen.
• Maintain records and report progress to healthcare providers.
• Monitor patient's response and revise plan accordingly.
• Recognize contraindication and abnormal patient responses to exercise.

Requirements

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) preferred.
• Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) preferred.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in exercise physiology or related field preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques and patient care protocols.

Skills

• Proficiency in exercise testing and assessment tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs and circumstances.
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options.
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance.
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning.
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources.
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more.

Pay

$23.50 - $34.36 per hour

Schedule

Day | Part-time