Exercise Physiologist Casual

Spectrum Health; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay via Payactiv

Discounts directory

Identity theft protection

Retirement options with company match

Job summary

Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital in Royal Oak is seeking a cardiac rehab specialist to develop and supervise exercise prescriptions for patients in all rehab phases. You will educate patients, plan events and contribute to program improvement under general direction.

Qualified applicants have a Bachelor’s in exercise science with ECG interpretation experience and BLS; ACLS preferred. A 2+ year background or 600-hour internship in cardiac rehab is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• ECG interpretation experience required.
• A minimum 2 years' experience or 600-hour clinical internship in cardiac rehab may be required.
• Current BLS Certification required; Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist or AACVPR Certification within one year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide all aspects of phases I-III cardiac rehabilitation.
• Develop, implement and evaluate exercise prescriptions and sessions.
• Create educational materials for patients in cardio/pulmonary rehab.
• Supervise cardiovascular stress tests to obtain reliable data.
• Support departmental improvement initiatives and patient events.

Skills

ECG interpretation

BLS certification

Cardiac rehabilitation knowledge

Clinical internship experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in exercise science

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About Corewell Health

William Beaumont University Hospital (Royal Oak) Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital opened on Jan. 24, 1955 as a 238-bed community hospital. Today, the hospital is a 1,101-bed major academic and referral center with Level I adult trauma and Level II pediatric trauma designations. Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital has 43 residency and fellowship programs with 454 residents and fellows. Corewell is the exclusive clinical partner of the Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, with more than 1,400 Beaumont doctors on faculty.

Scope of Work

Stress Testing Job duties may include any of the following and vary by site. See site specific addendums (if available) for details. Provides all aspects of phases I - III cardiac rehabilitation. Under general direction, develops, implements and evaluates exercise prescriptions and exercise sessions for all phases of cardio/pulmonary rehab as well as other chronic illnesses. Creates educational materials and provides education both cardio/pulmonary patients and other patients referred to the cardiac rehab program. Plans and participates in special patient events, writing/research endeavors, professional conferences, the student internship program, specialized programmatic service lines (ie, Cardiovascular Performance Clinic, cardiac rehab referral intake, cardiac rehabilitation marketing, etc), and/or departmental improvement initiatives related to the department. Extremely knowledgeable of cardiac risk factors. Provides all aspects of care management to the Phase II patients in an effective, timely, inspirational manner. Supervises cardiovascular stress tests for individuals with and without chronic disease in order to obtain reliable and valid data. Provides other services such as Enhanced External Counterpulsation (EECP) and holter and event monitor placement.

Standard Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field.
• Master's degree preferred.
• ECG interpretation experience required.
• A minimum 2 years' experience or successful completion of a 600-hour clinical internship in the cardiac rehab setting may be required dependent on job location within the system.
• Current BLS Certification- required; Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support- preferred (may be required at specific sites); ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist or AACVPR Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional within one year of employment.

How Corewell Health Cares for You

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Primary Location & Employment

Site - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Rd - Royal Oak.

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Commitment to a Safe, Inclusive Workplace

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do.

About Corewell Health's Impact

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people- including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.