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DCH Health System

Exercise Physiologist

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

Responsible for the provision of services for cardiac rehabilitation in compliance with standards of practice for Cardiac Rehab. Based on the patient's individual need, the Exercise Physiologist must ...

DCH Health System

Exercise Physiologist

Tuscaloosa, AL · On-site

$52 - $76/hr

Overview Responsible for the provision of services for cardiac rehabilitation in compliance with standards of practice for Cardiac Rehab. Based on the patient's individual need, the Exercise ...

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AspectCardiac Rehabilitation InCardiac Nurse
CredentialsCertification in cardiac rehab, CPRRN license, possibly CCRN or cardiac specialty certification
Work EnvironmentRehabilitation centers, hospitals, outpatient clinicsHospitals, clinics, patient homes
Job FocusDeveloping and supervising rehab programs for cardiac patientsProviding direct patient care, monitoring, and education

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How do I become a cardiac rehabilitation specialist?

To become a cardiac rehabilitation specialist, you typically need a bachelor's degree in a health-related field such as exercise physiology, nursing, or respiratory therapy. Certification as a Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) or similar credential is often required, along with clinical experience in cardiac or cardiovascular care. Continuing education and staying current with industry guidelines are also important for career advancement.

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To work in cardiac rehabilitation, candidates typically need a relevant healthcare qualification such as a degree in nursing, exercise physiology, or a related field, along with specialized training in cardiac care. Certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and experience working with cardiac patients can improve job prospects. Employers may also require knowledge of exercise testing, patient education, and rehabilitation protocols.

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Exercise Physiologist

DCH Health System

Tuscaloosa, AL

Full-time

Posted 13 days ago

DCH Health System rating

7.0

Company rating: 7.0 out of 10

Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Overview

Responsible for the provision of services for cardiac rehabilitation in compliance with standards of practice for Cardiac Rehab. Based on the patient's individual need, the Exercise Physiologist must guide interventions for restoring functional capacity, reducing coronary artery disease risk factors, and promoting behaviors that lead to maintenance of healthy and social independence. Responsible for evaluating and prescribing safe exercise prescriptions, and leading appropriate exercises for each patient's exercise session.

Responsibilities
  • Responsible for developing patient's exercise prescriptions.
  • Provides exercise planning, counseling and monitoring to patients.
  • Responsible for scheduling cardiac rehab session.
  • Perform necessary assessments for patient evaluations and treatment plans.
  • Ensure that all patients receive professional customer focused service.
  • Demonstrates and establishes an atmosphere of excellent customer service.
  • Coordinates with supervisor for arranging maintenance for all Cardiac Rehab equipment.
  • Assists with evaluating and recommending new equipment.
  • Promotes benefits of Cardiac Rehab with local physicians and the community.
  • Responsible for teaching education classes for patients.
  • Assist with outcome measurements.
  • Assist the Coordinator in adhering to AACVPR's standards.

    • DCH Standards:

    • Maintains performance, patient and employee satisfaction and financial standards as outlined in the performance evaluation.
    • Performs compliance requirements as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
    • Must adhere to the DCH Behavioral Standards including creating positive relationships with patients/families, coworkers, colleagues and with self.
    • Performs essential job functions in a manner that ensures the safety of patients, visitors and employees.
    • Identifies and reduces unsafe practices that may result in harm to patients, visitors and employees.
    • Recognizes and takes appropriate action to reduce risks and hazards to promote safety for patients, visitors and employees.
    • Requires use of electronic mail, time and attendance software, learning management software and intranet.
    • Must adhere to all DCH Health System policies and procedures.
    • All other duties as assigned.
    Qualifications

    Bachelor's degree in exercise science or fitness-related field required, Master's degree preferred. Minimum of 1 year experience in exercise planning, supervision and counseling with cardiac rehab patients preferred. Certification as an ACSM Exercise Specialist preferred with experience, certification, or training equivalent required. CPR certification required. Must have knowledge of a variety of exercise equipment. Must be able to read, write legibly, speak and comprehend English.

     Working Conditions

    Physical: Physical presence is essential. Hearing and vision must be normal or corrected to within normal range. Able to perform the duties with or without reasonable accommodation. Prolonged standing and walking with exposure to all patient elements. Is able to kneel, sit, crouch, or stoop with good balance for extended periods. Effective communication and speaking skills. Good motor coordination with manual dexterity. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., and have the ability to move heavier objects with assistance on occasion.

    Environmental: Includes exposure to human body fluids, disease, infection, lab chemicals and hazard materials and/or cleaning solutions.   Requires wearing common protective or safety equipment, as appropriate. Must have tolerance of a variety of environments and situations.

    Psychological: Includes addressing conflict, communicating with all types of personalities, and being responsible for outcomes/results. Subject to stress and fatigue.

    Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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