Cardiac Rehabilitation Therapist

Saint Paul, MN - USA

Hourly Salary: $ 30 - 41

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location Address:

333 Smith Ave N Saint Paul MN 55102-2344

Date Posted:

September 25 2025

Department:

AHMHI Cardiopulmonary Rehab St Paul

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

Occasional

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care investing in your well-being and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

Casual position
8-hour day shifts
Occasional weekends
Will float between United and Eden Prairie Cardiac Rehab Teams

Job Description:

Implements programs to modify cardiovascular risk factors through exercise training multidisciplinary education and counseling for individuals with known cardiac disease and for their families. Assists cardiac individuals in attaining an optimal level of physical psychosocial and vocational functioning.

Will provide coverage for inpatient and outpatient cardiac rehab programs across several programs in the twin cities metro area.

Principle Responsibilities

Assesses physical condition of patient and evaluate patient for graded exercise.
- Contacts patients in a timely manner after receiving referrals.
- Educates patient on what services are available to them.
- Documents heart/lung sounds musculoskeletal problems or concerns and status of incision site.
- Reviews medical history to assess problems with beginning physical activity.
Designs and implements individualized exercise or activity plans for each assigned patient.
- Identifies learning needs of each patient.
- Reports progress on the patient care plan.
- Instructs the patient and family on appropriate home exercises/activities.
Monitors progress during exercise sessions.
- Analyzes and interprets clinical signs and symptoms along with exercise EKG strips during the sessions.
- Adjusts the exercise plan accordingly.
- Follows correct procedures in an emergency situation.
Consults/collaborates with physicians and other health professionals regarding patient care cardiac rehab education and program development.
- Communicates with patients physician and/or other health care professional as needs dictate.
- Participates in meetings with medical director for patient care and quality improvement initiatives.
Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree in Exercise physiology nursing or occupational therapy

Preferred Qualifications

Master degree in Exercise physiology nursing or occupational therapy
1 year experience in cardiac rehabilitation (working inpatient and outpatient settings preferred)

Licenses/Certifications

Licensed Registered Nurse-MN Board of Nursing required if registered nurse upon hire
Certified/Registered Exercise Physiologist-Applicable associated licensure or certification preferred
Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
Current ACLS and BLS certification from the American Heart Association
Current ACLS and BLS certification from the American Red Cross
Allina in-house ACLS training (within 90 days of hire)

Physical Demands

Medium Work*:
Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy) up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $30.39 to $41.65 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including but not limited to your experience education and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. Thats why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being mind body spirit and community of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes up to $100 in well-being dollars dedicated well-being navigators and many programs activities articles videos personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) -- voluntary employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse inclusive workplace aligned with the organizations mission values goals business practices and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

Medical/Dental
PTO/Time Away
Retirement Savings Plans
Life Insurance
Short-term/Long-term Disability
Paid Caregiver Leave
Voluntary Benefits (vision legal critical illness)
Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.

Location Address:333 Smith Ave N Saint Paul MN 55102-2344 Date Posted:September 25 2025Department: AHMHI Cardiopulmonary Rehab St PaulShift:Day (United States of America)Shift Length:8 hour shiftHours Per Week:0Union Contract:Non-Union-NCTWeekend Rotation: OccasionalJob Summary:Allina Health...