Bariatric Rehab Exercise Physiologist

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc.; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Educational support

Job summary

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc. in Downers Grove, IL seeks a dedicated professional to develop and evaluate patient care plans within the Bariatric Program.

You will design exercise, education, and lifestyle modification strategies to support weight loss and cardiac health goals. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology, BLS certification within 6 months, and the ability to adapt programs to patient needs.

Qualifications

• Develop and evaluate patient plans of care.
• Formulate safe and appropriate exercises for progressing patients.
• Assist in designing exercise, education, and lifestyle modification programs for weight loss.
• Review INBODY results to determine body composition and visceral fat.

Responsibilities

• Interprets physiological data from stress tests for individualized exercise prescription.
• Plans and implements treatment programs based on patient evaluation.
• Modifies exercise prescription based on symptoms and medical status.
• Collaborates with physicians and staff on program eligibility and progression.
• Mentors staff pursuing ACSM certification in Exercise Technologist or Specialist.
• Monitors outpatient cardiac rehabilitation exercise groups.

Skills

Exercise prescription

Cardiac rehab

INBODY analysis

Patient counseling

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology

Job description

Hugh Chatham Health, Inc. in Downers Grove, IL seeks a dedicated professional to develop and evaluate patient care plans within the Bariatric Program.

You will design exercise, education, and lifestyle modification strategies to support weight loss and cardiac health goals. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology, BLS certification within 6 months, and the ability to adapt programs to patient needs.