Cardiopulmonary Rehab Exercise Specialist

hhccareers; Norwich (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare’s Backus Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a qualified Exercise Specialist to administer cardiac rehab programs for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, in collaboration with RNs and therapists.

The role focuses on testing, program design to improve endurance, strength and balance, and requires ACSM certification and a Bachelor’s degree. BLS certification and experience in rehab are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or related field.
• ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist certification.
• BLS certification required or preferred.
• One year experience in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer aerobic and other exercise programs for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions.
• Conduct maximal and submaximal graded exercise tests and develop programs to improve endurance, strength and balance.
• Collaborate with RNs and therapists to promote health behavior change.

Skills

Communication skills

Basic computer skills

Instruction following

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science or related field

ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Hartford HealthCare’s Backus Hospital in Connecticut is seeking a qualified Exercise Specialist to administer cardiac rehab programs for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary disorders, in collaboration with RNs and therapists.

The role focuses on testing, program design to improve endurance, strength and balance, and requires ACSM certification and a Bachelor’s degree. BLS certification and experience in rehab are preferred.