Exercise Physiologist

Trinity Health Of New England; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Per Diem

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center in Hartford, CT, seeks an Exercise Physiologist to join our Cardiac Wellness/Rehab team on a part-time, day-shift basis. The role coordinates the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and develops exercise prescriptions for adult cardiac rehab patients.

You will perform patient assessments, create individualized exercise plans, monitor progress, and educate on multi-phase rehab and prevention programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program of Exercise Physiology is required.
• Specialization in Cardiac Rehabilitation preferred; Master’s degree preferred.
• 2 years experience in hospital-based Cardiac Rehabilitation and Wellness Programs preferred.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient assessment.
• Develop individualized exercise prescriptions.
• Monitor patients’ exercise programs.
• Educate patients on multi-phase cardiac rehabilitation and related prevention programs.
• Assist in research/grant projects related to exercise science and prevention.
• Assist in metabolic exercise stress testing for high-risk adults in the Exercise Lab.

Skills

BLS certification

Exercise leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology

Master’s degree preferred

ACSM/ACKS certification preferred

Job description

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day ShiftDescription:

Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center is looking for an Exercise Physiologist to join our mission-drive Cardiac Wellness/Rehab team.

The Exercise Physiologist coordinates the day-to-day operations of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and assists in developing appropriate exercise prescriptions and treatment regimen for an adult population of cardiac rehab patients.

What will you do:

• Provide patient assessment.
• Develop individualized exercise prescriptions.
• Monitor patients exercise programs.
• Establishes education for patients of the multi-phase cardiac rehabilitation and related community outreach primary/secondary prevention programs in the Section of Cardiology.
• Provides support in research /grant projects as they relate to exercise science, and primary and secondary prevention.
• Assists in the performance of metabolic exercise stress tests to a high-risk adult population in the Exercise Lab.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors Bachelor’s degree from an accredited program of Exercise Physiology Required
• Specialization in Cardiac Rehabilitation preferred. Master’s degree preferred
• 2 years experience in providing clinical support and program development in a hospital based Cardiac Rehabilitation and Wellness Program preferred
• Current AHA Basic Life Support certificate.
• ACSM / ACKS certification preferred.
• Knowledge of basic electrocardiography; assessment of cardiovascular status; knowledge of cardiac pharmacology.
• Exercise leadership and patient teaching skills.

Highlights

• PER DIEM
• Mission-Driven Team Environment
• Engaged Leadership

Facility Information

Saint Francis Hospital is committed to exceeding the expectations of our patients and families by providing world-class service in a progressive, people-centered, compassionate health care environment. We are licensed for 617 beds and 65 bassinets, are a major teaching hospital and the largest Catholic hospital in New England.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.