Exercise Physiologist - Cardiology

Henry Ford Health; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks an experienced clinician to implement and supervise physical exercise programs for patients. The role includes testing and assessing patients before and after rehabilitation, planning and teaching exercise therapy, and monitoring responses to adjust plans as needed.

Responsibilities also include ensuring equipment maintenance, managing records, and providing community education. BLS within 30 days and Michigan Athletic Trainer credential strongly preferred.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Athletic Trainer credentialed from the Michigan Board preferred.
• Certifications in Personal Training, Sports Medicine, and Strength & Conditioning preferred.
• Exercise Physiologist credentialed from ACSM preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
• Plans and teaches exercise therapy for patients using test data, status and meds.
• Monitors patient responses; revises plan as needed.
• Identifies contraindications and abnormal responses; responds to events and refers to medical professionals.
• Delivers exercise information to patients, peers, and the community; may include public speaking.
• Ensures department equipment is maintained, calibrated, and functioning; handles records and scheduling.
• Provides department oversight in the absence of the manager.

Education

BLS Provider

Athletic Trainer Credential (MI)

Personal Training Certification

Sports Medicine Certification

Strength & Conditioning Certification

Exercise Physiologist (ACSM)

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Job Description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Implements and supervises physical exercise programs for patients.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
• Plans and teaches exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen. Monitors patient's response and revises plan accordingly.
• Recognizes contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise. Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals.
• Provides exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes.
• Ensures department equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and functioning correctly. Prepares develops and maintains various files, records, reports; schedules patient appointments as required.
• Provides oversight to department activities in the absence of the manager.
  

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Athletic Trainer credentialed from the Michigan Board of Athletic Trainers preferred.
• Certification specializing in Personal Training preferred.
• Certification specializing in Sports Medicine preferred.
• Certification specializing in Strength & Conditioning preferred.
• Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) preferred.

Education

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Master's degree preferred.