Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist - Elevate Heart Health

Hartford HealthCare; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 48,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Backus Hospital, part of Hartford HealthCare, is seeking a Clinical Exercise Specialist to administer aerobic and other exercise programs for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, in collaboration with RN's and therapists. The role conducts graded exercise tests, develops programs to enhance endurance, strength and balance, and supports health behavior change.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Exercise Science, ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist, BLS, and one year in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Physical/Occupational Therapy or equivalent.
• Certification as a Clinical Exercise Specialist through ACSM.
• BLS certification.
• One year cardiopulmonary rehabilitation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer aerobic and other exercise programs for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders with RN and therapists.
• Perform maximal and submaximal graded exercise tests.
• Develop programs to enhance endurance, cardiovascular function, strength, endurance and balance.
• Promote lasting health behavior change and risk management.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Team player

Flexibility

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science / related field

Job description

Backus Hospital, part of Hartford HealthCare, is seeking a Clinical Exercise Specialist to administer aerobic and other exercise programs for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, in collaboration with RN's and therapists. The role conducts graded exercise tests, develops programs to enhance endurance, strength and balance, and supports health behavior change.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Exercise Science, ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist, BLS, and one year in