Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist

Hillsboro Medical Center; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Hillsboro Medical Center is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to provide direct and indirect care to patients in Cardiac Rehabilitation. You will evaluate, plan, coordinate, and implement exercise therapy and education programs, continuously monitoring vitals and responding to emergencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Exercise Science or Kinesiology, with a preferred Master's; certification in BLS; and ability to work in a team with physicians and staff. On-site position in Hillsboro, Oregon.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred in Exercise and Sports Science, Kinesiology, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates and plans care based on PMI and diagnosis.
• Monitors vitals, ECG, and patient response during exercise.
• Responds to urgent situations and modifies exercise as needed.
• Develops and teaches exercise prescriptions including CV, strength, flexibility.
• Educates on disease processes, medication, diet, and activity.
• Maintains safe environment and equipment.
• Participates in special projects as assigned.

Skills

EKG monitoring

Patient assessment

Emergency care

Exercise prescription

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Safety awareness

PHI confidentiality

Clinical decision making

Education

Bachelor's in Exercise Science / Kinesiology

Master’s in Exercise Science / Kinesiology (preferred)

Tools

EKG monitor

Oximeter

Glucometer

Job description

Hillsboro Medical Center is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to provide direct and indirect care to patients in Cardiac Rehabilitation. You will evaluate, plan, coordinate, and implement exercise therapy and education programs, continuously monitoring vitals and responding to emergencies.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Exercise Science or Kinesiology, with a preferred Master's; certification in BLS; and ability to work in a team with physicians and staff. On-site position in Hillsboro, Oregon.