Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist

Fraser Health Authority; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 52,197 - 65,174; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a qualified professional for cardiac rehabilitation. Responsibilities include coordinating exercise schedules, assessing patient conditions, and developing individualized care plans. Suitable candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Exercise Science and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive hourly salary, contributing to community health initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 2 years of recent clinical experience in cardiac rehabilitation.
• Certification with the American College of Sports Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate exercise schedules for cardiac rehabilitation patients.
• Assess and evaluate patient functional status and develop exercise prescriptions.
• Monitor patients for cardiac arrhythmias and modify prescriptions as needed.

Skills

Evaluate and interpret clinical data

Conduct exercise sessions

Recognize and respond to complications

Modify exercise for cardio-pulmonary limitations

Prescribe aerobic and strength exercise

Perform patient assessment

Provide staff and patient education

Problem-solve

Communicate effectively

Organize and prioritize work

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science

Two years’ experience in cardiac rehabilitation

Certification with ACSM

Job description

A regional health authority in Canada seeks a qualified professional for cardiac rehabilitation. Responsibilities include coordinating exercise schedules, assessing patient conditions, and developing individualized care plans. Suitable candidates should hold a Bachelor's in Exercise Science and relevant certifications. The position offers a competitive hourly salary, contributing to community health initiatives.