Exercise Specialist Cardiac Rehab Maryview Medical Center PRN

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Exercise Specialist Maryview Medical Center in Portsmouth Virginia

Job Summary:

In collaboration with the cardiopulmonary team the Exercise Specialist shall be responsible for providing support in patient care and in carrying out therapeutic activities as directed by the therapists in a team environment consistent with professional and ethical standards. The associate shall also demonstrate accountability for and contribution to program development problem solving and productivity enhancement in a flexible interdisciplinary fashion.

Essential Functions:

• Review medical history nursing intake and exercise history/ETT prior to goal setting session. Becomes familiar with patient profiles with special attention to musculoskeletal function and cardiovascular histories. Calculate target heart range and risk stratification class when appropriate prior to six-minute walk test
• Educate patient in self-monitoring target heart rate (THR) and rate of perceived exertion (RPE)
• Document patient response to exercise heart rate ECG rhythm and any signs and symptoms patient may be having.
• Communicates with the program manager medical director and/or cardiac nurse on a regular basis regarding any patient difficulties or adverse response to exercise
• Review patient progress on a regular basis evaluating compliance with exercise prescription and patient response to exercise.
• Maintains exercise equipment. Schedules periodic calibration and maintenance of equipment with bio-med maintenance or outside vendors.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• Bachelors Degree in related field (required)
• Masters Degree in Exercise Science/ Exercise Physiology (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• BLS Basic Life Support ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment)

Experience:

• Previous working experience in an outpatient clinic setting (Preferred)
• 6 months Exercise Specialist experience in general care area (Preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

• Critical Thinking
• Effective Communication
• Active Listening
• Collaboration
• Critical Thinking
• Effective Communication

Training:

None

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate youre part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical dental vision prescription coverage HSA/FSA options life insurances mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off parental and FMLA leave shot- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .