Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist - PRN

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Endeavor Health is seeking an Exercise Physiologist for Cardiac Rehab in Arlington Heights, with rotation to Kildeer. The role requires coaching patients through customized rehab programs, monitoring ECG and vitals, and leading group sessions.

Schedule is PRN, 6 am–7 pm, with no weekends or holidays. Candidates should have a BS in exercise science; an MS is preferred, plus CPR and ACLS within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• 1+ year of cardiac and/or pulmonary rehabilitation experience preferred.
• ECG (EKG) interpretation skills.
• Exercise prescription and patient monitoring experience.
• CPR certification required (AHA or Red Cross).
• ACLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement individualized exercise programs for cardiac and pulmonary rehab patients.
• Monitor patients during exercise sessions, including vital signs and ECG (EKG).
• Modify exercise plans based on patient response and progress.
• Lead group exercise sessions with warm-up and cool-down.
• Educate patients on exercise, risk factors, and lifestyle changes.
• Maintain accurate documentation and patient records.
• Support progression toward independent, home-based exercise routines.

Skills

ECG interpretation

Exercise prescription

CPR certification

ACLS certification

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Education

Bachelor of Science in exercise science

MS preferred

Job description

Endeavor Health is seeking an Exercise Physiologist for Cardiac Rehab in Arlington Heights, with rotation to Kildeer. The role requires coaching patients through customized rehab programs, monitoring ECG and vitals, and leading group sessions.

Schedule is PRN, 6 am–7 pm, with no weekends or holidays. Candidates should have a BS in exercise science; an MS is preferred, plus CPR and ACLS within 6 months of hire.