Entry-Level Exercise Physiologist, Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab

Samaritan Health Services; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Samaritan Albany General Hospital in Albany, Oregon, seeks a qualified professional to join its Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab team. The role involves designing exercise prescriptions and delivering safe, effective therapy during classes for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions.

Candidates should hold a BS in Exercise Physiology, with BLS at hire and ACLS within 90 days. ACSM-CEP is preferred. The position emphasizes patient care, education, and teamwork in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Exercise Physiology required.
• Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.
• ACLS required within 90 days of hire.
• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive rehabilitative care to participants with cardiovascular and pulmonary disease.
• Develop individual exercise prescriptions and supervise exercise classes.
• Assess physiologic responses to exercise and intervene in emergencies.
• Provide health teaching and promotion.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Social perceptiveness

Medical terminology

Education

BS degree in Exercise Physiology

Healthcare Provider BLS required

ACLS required within 90 days

ACSM CEP preferred

Job description

Samaritan Albany General Hospital in Albany, Oregon, seeks a qualified professional to join its Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab team. The role involves designing exercise prescriptions and delivering safe, effective therapy during classes for patients with cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions.

Candidates should hold a BS in Exercise Physiology, with BLS at hire and ACLS within 90 days. ACSM-CEP is preferred. The position emphasizes patient care, education, and teamwork in a hospital setting.