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Exercise Physiologist - Contingent Day Shift
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What they do
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
- Contingent Day Shift Henry Ford Health
- 3.8 Warren, MI Job Details 15 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description Henry Ford Hospital Warren Weekday schedule. 6:30 am
- 4:30 pm
GENERAL SUMMARY
Implements and supervises physical exercise programs for patients. Provides patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation. Plans and teaches exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen. Monitors patient's response and revises plan accordingly. Recognizes contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise. Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals. Provides exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes. Ensures department equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and functioning correctly. Prepares develops and maintains various files, records, reports; schedules patient appointments as required. Provides oversight to department activities in the absence of the manager.EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) preferred Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree preferred. Stress testing experience preferredAdditional Information Organization:
Henry Ford Macomb•Oakland Hospitals Department:
HFWRH Cardiac Rehab Anc Shift:
Day Job Union Code:
Not Applicable Additional Details This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above. Overview Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services- from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail.