Cardiac Rehab Exercise Specialist — Per Diem

Cape Cod Healthcare; Hyannis (MA); On-site; Full time

Job description

Purpose of Position: Develops and conducts therapeutic exercise sessions for cardiac rehab participants.

Description

• Records blood pressures, observes patient's condition, and monitors for indications of positive tests or other complications.
• Performs pulse oximetry, recognizing variation in methods and testing parameters required for various age groups.
• Monitors and records heart activity using telemetry while the patient undertakes exercise on rehab equipment, under physician's supervision.
• Assesses body composition using a scale, tape measure, skinfold calipers, or other techniques.
• Explains program and test procedures to patients.
• Develops proficiency in operating exercise testing systems.
• Evaluates patients' overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism.
• Designs individualized exercise plans based on patients’ needs and goals.
• Advices patients about nutrition, risk reduction, and ongoing exercise regimens.
• Teaches patient education and behavior modification classes.
• Follows department procedures for responding to cardiac arrests.
• Attends and participates in educational programs, in‑service meetings, workshops, and other activities related to job performance and knowledge.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned or requested.

Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co‑workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.

Qualifications

Exercise Physiologist (S15)

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science.
• Successful passage of the Basic Arrhythmia Program or challenge exam within 3 months of the position.
• Certified in BLS.
• Previous experience in adult fitness or cardiac rehabilitation preferred.

Exercise Physiologist Clinical Specialist (S16B)

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science.
• Successful passage of the Basic Arrhythmia Program or challenge exam within 3 months of the position.
• Certified in BLS.
• Previous experience in adult fitness or cardiac rehabilitation preferred.
• Documentation of Specialist Certification.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Serves as a clinical resource for Cardiac Rehab staff.
• Assists management in the planning, development, and organization of the specified clinical specialty area.

Schedule Details: Per Diem Hours, Rotating Days, 8:15a‑4:15p, No Weekends and No Holidays

Organization: Cape Cod Hospital

Primary Location: Massachusetts‑Hyannis

Department: CCH‑Cardiac Rehab

Annual/Hourly: Hourly

Hiring Pay Range: 27.35 - 44.93