Exercise Physiologist -South

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

Job summary

Community Health Network is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to provide direct care to cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients, ensuring safe and effective exercise instruction in monitored settings. The role emphasizes compassionate care, clear communication, and evidence-based practice.

Qualified candidates hold a BS in Exercise Science and Wellness, ACLS, and preferably EPC certification, with at least six months in a cardiac rehab setting.

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.
• 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

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients.
• Ensure safe and appropriate instruction in monitored exercise.

Skills

Patient instruction

Communication with patients

Education

BS in Exercise Science and Wellness

ACLS

Exercise Physiologist Certification EPC (preferred)

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.

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

Why Community?

At Community Health Network, we build teams that deliver exceptional care through empathy, communication and collaboration. We consider ALL an integral part of the exceptional patient experience. We PRIIDE ourselves on not having employees but Caregivers. Join our Community as we make a difference in your community.