Exercise Physiologist PRN -Heart and Vascular

Community Health Network; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Network in Indianapolis seeks an Exercise Physiologist to deliver direct care to cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients, guiding safe and effective exercise in monitored sessions. The role emphasizes educating patients on lifestyle changes to reduce cardiovascular risk and improve functional capacity.

A BS in Exercise Science and Wellness is required, ACLS is required, EPC preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science and Wellness is required.
• ACLS certification is required.
• EPC certification is preferred.
• Minimum six months of experience in a cardiac rehabilitation facility.
• Knowledge of cardiac/pulmonary anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, dysrhythmias and life-threatening ECG changes.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to cardiac and pulmonary rehab patients.
• Ensure safe and appropriate instruction during monitored exercise.
• Periodically assess progress and adjust the care plan as needed.

Skills

Cardiac rehab experience

ACLS knowledge

Anatomy & physiology

Lifestyle modification

Patient instruction & demonstration

Monitored exercise supervision

Education

Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science & Wellness

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Exercise Physiologist Certified (EPC)

Job description

Join Community Community Health Network was created by our neighbors, for our neighbors. Over 60 years later, “community” is still the heart of our organization. It means providing our neighbors with the best care possible, backed by state-of-the-art technology. It means getting involved in the communities we serve through volunteer opportunities and benefits initiatives. It means ensuring our dedicated caregivers can learn and grow to stay at the top of their fields and to better serve our patients. And above all, it means exceptional care, simply delivered — and we couldn’t do it without you.

Make a Difference Exercise Physiologist provide direct care to cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients for restoring functional capacity by assuring safe and appropriate instruction in monitored exercise.

Exceptional Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science and Wellness, required
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), required
• Exercise Physiologist Certified (EPC), preferred
• Six months of experience in cardiac rehabilitation facility, required
• Possesses advanced knowledge of cardiac/pulmonary anatomy, physiology, hemodynamics, dysrhythmias and identification of life threatening electrocardiogram changes
• Knowledge of role of lifestyle modification in lowering cardiovascular risk factors
• Ability to physically facilitate and support patients participating in the rehabilitation program in performance of exercise, by demonstration, as needed
• Provides instructional activities targeting cardiac and pulmonary risk factor reduction and healthy lifestyle promotion
• Facilitates psychological adjustment to lifestyle changes
• Periodically reviews progress of each participant and adjusts the plan of care accordingly