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Cardiac Group Education Instructor

Job Title: Cardiac Group Education Instructor

Classification: Part Time/1099 Contractor

Work Structure: Fully Remote

Shift: 9am-2pm ET Sat OR Sun; 10am-4pm ET Wed/Fri  

Team: Clinical Operations

Reporting to: Senior Manager, Cardiac Rehab

Location: United States

Compensation: $30 per completed 60-min group education session 

About Us: 

One in three people die of heart disease - it's time to change that. We're redesigning heart health from the ground up so that everyone can live fuller lives. Our team consists of mission-driven clinicians, engineers, and professionals attacking a problem using evidence-based research and guidelines for cardiovascular rehabilitation. We're working to deliver exercise and wellness for the older adult cardiovascular disease using telemedicine. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional services that enhance the lives of our patients.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Cardiac Rehabilitation Group Educator to lead engaging virtual education sessions for patients participating in our cardiac rehabilitation program. This role is responsible for delivering structured educational classes focused on heart health, lifestyle changes, and recovery after cardiac events.

The ideal candidate has a clinical or health education background, experience teaching or presenting to groups, and the ability to create an interactive and supportive learning environment for patients with varying learning styles.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate virtual cardiac rehabilitation education classes for patients enrolled in the program.
• Deliver structured education on topics including:
• Heart disease and recovery
• Risk factor management
• Nutrition and heart-healthy lifestyle habits
• Stress management
• Exercise and physical activity
• Medication adherence
• Engage patients in interactive discussions and encourage participation during classes.
• Adapt teaching approaches to accommodate different learning styles and patient needs.
• Incorporate light guided stretches or simple exercises when appropriate to reinforce educational concepts.
• Create a supportive and inclusive learning environment that encourages patient engagement and questions.
• Monitor class participation and patient engagement.
• Communicate any patient concerns or questions to the care team as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and follow program guidelines for virtual class facilitation.

Qualifications:

• Experience teaching, facilitating, or presenting clinical educational content to groups
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Comfortable speaking to and engaging groups in a virtual environment
• Ability to explain health concepts in clear, patient-friendly language
• Comfortable leading light stretches or basic exercises during education sessions
• Ability to engage patients with different learning styles

• Background in one of the following fields:
• Exercise Physiology
• Cardiac Rehabilitation
• Nursing
• Health Coaching
• Nutrition / Dietetics
• Health Education
• Kinesiology
• Experience working with cardiac patients or chronic disease populations
• Familiarity with cardiac rehabilitation or preventive health programs
• Experience teaching virtual or online classes

Skills and Competencies:

Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Excellent public speaking and teaching ability
• Strong patient engagement skills
• Ability to simplify complex medical concepts
• Comfort leading interactive group discussions
• Ability to guide simple stretches or exercises safely
• Strong virtual communication skills

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys teaching, motivating patients, and creating engaging learning experiences while helping individuals improve their heart health and recovery after cardiac events.

*Note: This is a 1099 contractor position