Exercise Program Specialist-Cardiac Rehabilitation

				Overview:

Exercise Program Specialist - Cardiac Rehab

UnityPoint Health - Allen 

Shift: Full-time; 830 AM - 5 PM. Will be required to work every 7th weekend.

Benefits Eligible 

As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assists with individual or group education and exercise. Works alongside other team members to develop appropriate treatment plans.

Responsibilities:

* Assesses the needs of patients and families, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care. 
* Utilizes scientific principles to develop exercise prescriptions. Monitors client's response to exercise and adjusts treatment plan accordingly.
* Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient's care.
* Utilizes holistic approach (considering biopsychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the individuals served.
* Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations.
* Delegates and provides direction for other healthcare providers and hold them accountable for their involvement in the plan of care. 
* Effective at directing/supervising group education/exercise classes; consistently delivers high-quality care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
* Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient's and their families' specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn, and level of comprehension.
* Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education.
* Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.

Qualifications:

Education: 

* Undergraduate degree in exercise science or related field

Experience:

* Previous experience in a cardiac rehabilitation setting preferred, including risk factor counseling and individualized goal setting preferred
			

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