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Exercise Specialist Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab
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An Exercise Physiologist or Specialist directs exercise programs for clients who are recovering from injuries or illnesses, who have disabilities or other chronic conditions, or who want to minimize health risks. Recommends exercise routines or modifications, and monitors patient health. Works in recreational centers, hospitals or other facilities. May provide advice to athletes and people interested in sports training.
$55,273 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
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//www.spectrumhealth.org/locations/spectrum-health-united-hospital 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. Scope of Work 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. Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Health Science or related field Preferred Master's Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Health Science or related field Skills, knowledge, abilities typically gained through 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. Required 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 Ideal candidate will have completed a Clinical Internship in Cardiac or/and Pulmonary Rehab, or will possess experience in Cardiac or/and Pulmonary Rehab Ideal candidate will possess experience with patient interactions/patient care and will possess Epic experience if possible Cardiac or/and Pulmonary Rehab experience is ideal, but not necessary This is a Day Shift On-Site Position that will be Monday to Friday with varying Start Times This position will require:•BLS•90 Days•ACLS•90 Days•CEP•180 Days Parking On-Site How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
- Greenville Hospital
- 615 S Bower
- Greenville Department Name Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab
- Greenville Hosp Employment Type Full time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work Variable Day Shift Start Times Days Worked Monday to Friday Weekend Frequency
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