Exercise Specialist - Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab

Salem Health; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Salem Health is seeking an exercise specialist in Diabetes Education at Salem Hospital, Salem, Oregon. You will develop and tailor exercise programs for patients entering rehabilitation, including cardiac or pulmonary programs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to set goals and solve problems.

You will educate patients and families on healthy lifestyles, monitor progress, and ensure safe, effective care throughout rehabilitation while managing scheduling and documentation in a per

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in athletic training, health, physical education or exercise science required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
• One year of related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and Tailor individualized patient exercise plans based on age and condition.
• Conduct fitness assessments, interpret results and guide progressive rehab.
• Educate patients and families on healthy lifestyle, activity and risk management.
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure safe care throughout rehab.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to support goals and discharge planning.
• Handle scheduling, referrals, documentation and billing accuracy.

Skills

BLS Certification

Patient Education

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Exercise Program Development

Education

Bachelor's Degree in athletic training, health, physical education or exercise science

Job description

Salem Health is seeking an exercise specialist in Diabetes Education at Salem Hospital, Salem, Oregon. You will develop and tailor exercise programs for patients entering rehabilitation, including cardiac or pulmonary programs, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to set goals and solve problems.

You will educate patients and families on healthy lifestyles, monitor progress, and ensure safe, effective care throughout rehabilitation while managing scheduling and documentation in a per