Exercise Physiologist

Hourly Pay Range:

Exercise Physiologist

Position Highlights:

• Position: Exercise Physiologist
• Location: Northwest Community Hospital - Arlington Heights, IL
• Part Time: Per Diem
• Hours: Hours vary upon the needs of the Department

• Required Travel: To other location, 21481 N Rand Rd. Kildeer, IL

What you will do:

Reporting to the Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation Manager, is responsible for the care of patients in the Cardiac and/or Pulmonary Rehabilitation continuum by case managing assigned patients from initial consultation through discharge from the program. Continually assesses patients and implements treatment as necessary. Involves family/guardian in the treatment plan. Assumes responsibility for the development of exercise prescriptions for patients.

• Supervises assigned exercise sessions in outpatient cardiac and/or pulmonary rehabilitation, including: developing and implementing exercise prescriptions in order to increase the functional capacity of the cardiac patient safely and effectively. Monitors patients for inappropriate responses to exercise.
• Leads warm-up and cool-down exercises. Evaluates patient progress and creates or modifies individual goals and objectives.
• Conducts patient education in inpatient and outpatient settings considering the readiness of the patient to learn. Provides inpatient education to patient and family regarding daily activity and exercise guidelines, risk factors, pulse taking, and activity limitations. Provides outpatient education to group classes in accordance with departmental education program. Provides outpatient education on an individual basis according to patient needs.
• Maintains patient records, progress reports, and documentation per policy and procedure manual and Medicare guidelines.
• Maintains emergency preparedness through departmental in-services and certifications.
• Participates in department and hospital projects, committees, and special events as desired or assigned. May be called upon to participate in cardiovascular screening programs.
• Maintains physician and peer relationships that demonstrate support, mutual respect, collaboration, and goal-directed interactions.
• Adheres to all departmental and Northwest Community Hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

What you will need:

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology with Specialization in cardiopulmonary health and rehabilitation required. Masters degree preferred.
• Certification: BCLS certification for healthcare providers required. ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist and/or AACVPR Certified Rehabilitation Professional certification preferred.
• Experience: One year experience in a multi-phase cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program, including developing exercise prescriptions.
• Unique or Preferred Skills:

Benefits:

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Community Involvement Opportunities

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, vibrant, community-connected care, serving an area of more than 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our more than 25,000 team members and more than 6,000 physicians aim to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight acute care hospitals - Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights) Skokie and Swedish (Chicago) - all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

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