Cardiac Rehab Coordinator

Nacogdoches County Hospital District; Nacogdoches (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Nacogdoches is seeking a Cardiac Rehab Coordinator to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care. The role involves both administrative and direct patient care duties, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment. Candidates should have BLS certification and previous patient care experience.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Experience in a healthcare or medical setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care and ensure safety.
• Take and document vital signs during exercise sessions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals for patient care.

Skills

Communication

Attention to Detail

Empathy

Organizational Skills

Education

BLS (CPR) certification

Previous patient care experience

Experience in a healthcare or medical setting

Microsoft Office certification (Word, Excel, Access)

Job description

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Position Summary

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Technician plays a vital role in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in a cardiac rehabilitation setting. This position is responsible for supporting clinical operations by performing both administrative and direct patient care duties in a collaborative, professional manner. The individual ensures a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, families, and staff.

• Answer telephone calls professionally; take accurate messages and route appropriately.
• Greet and direct visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Assist patients to the bathroom as needed, ensuring safety and dignity.
• Take and document vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation) before, during, and after exercise sessions.
• Communicate any incomplete duties to the team leader or charge nurse before leaving the shift.
• Ensure exercise equipment is clean and orderly; restock water and complete the daily equipment log each morning.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, exercise physiologists, and dietitians to support patient-centered care plans.
• Perform Accu-Check glucose testing and report results to appropriate clinical staff.
• Welcome patients warmly; verify and collect additional information as needed.
• Participate in development and improvement of cardiac rehab protocols based on patient outcomes and feedback.
• Respond to medical emergencies in accordance with BLS (Basic Life Support) protocols.
• Safely transport patients; ensure all documentation/charts accompany them.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and vision of the hospital.
  
  

Job Details

Job Location

Nacogdoches, TX

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

Any

Description

Cardiac Rehabilitation Technician

Position Summary

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Technician plays a vital role in the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care in a cardiac rehabilitation setting. This position is responsible for supporting clinical operations by performing both administrative and direct patient care duties in a collaborative, professional manner. The individual ensures a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for patients, families, and staff.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Answer telephone calls professionally; take accurate messages and route appropriately.
• Greet and direct visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Assist patients to the bathroom as needed, ensuring safety and dignity.
• Take and document vital signs (blood pressure, heart rate, oxygen saturation) before, during, and after exercise sessions.
• Communicate any incomplete duties to the team leader or charge nurse before leaving the shift.
• Ensure exercise equipment is clean and orderly; restock water and complete the daily equipment log each morning.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, exercise physiologists, and dietitians to support patient-centered care plans.
• Perform Accu-Check glucose testing and report results to appropriate clinical staff.
• Welcome patients warmly; verify and collect additional information as needed.
• Participate in development and improvement of cardiac rehab protocols based on patient outcomes and feedback.
• Respond to medical emergencies in accordance with BLS (Basic Life Support) protocols.
• Safely transport patients; ensure all documentation/charts accompany them.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and vision of the hospital.
  
  

OTHER ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Complete required training, competencies, and education by set deadlines.
• Maintain regular attendance; be punctual and attend departmental meetings.
• Follow all safety guidelines; report incidents by the end of the business day.
• Abide by the Code of Conduct; support organizational Mission and Vision.
• Adhere to all hospital, departmental, state, and federal laws and regulations (OSHA, TJC, CMS, HIPAA).
• Deliver excellent customer service; promote teamwork and a positive work environment.
• Manage referrals and confirm insurance verification and prescription accuracy.
• Provide courteous and professional assistance to patients and their families.
• Maintain databases and files related to patient referrals.
• Participate in quality improvement processes and patient satisfaction initiatives.
• Capture and enter data into reports and tracking systems accurately.
  
  

Qualifications

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Previous patient care experience preferred
• Experience in a healthcare or medical setting
• Preferred: Microsoft Office certification (Word, Excel, Access)
• BLS (CPR) certification required
  
  

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Working knowledge of medical terminology
• Demonstrates empathy, compassion, and emotional stability
• Strong observation skills, patience, and flexibility
• Maintains professionalism and respect in all interactions
  
  

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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