Inpatient Rehab Exercise Physiologist | ACSM-CEP

Advocate Health Care; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care seeks an Exercise Specialist to assess, plan and direct patient mobilization and exercise programs in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. A Bachelor's in Health/Fitness is required, with preference for Exercise Physiology; ACSM-CEP certification is desirable and BLS HCP is required.

Responsibilities include directing mobilization, coordinating care, and documenting treatment. The role supports a multidisciplinary team in Charlotte, NC, and requires 40 hours per week with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Health/Fitness required; prefer Exercise Physiology degree.
• ACSM-CEP certification or eligible; BLS HCP required.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and performs patient mobilization and exercise programs.
• Assesses the patient for contraindications and readiness for mobilization and exercise by reviewing the medical record.
• Coordinates care with nursing or therapy services as appropriate.
• Explains the role of mobilization to patient/family, verifies the order, and confirms patient identity.
• Performs mobilization of patient and aids in adaptive positioning to maximize safety and performance.

Skills

Exercise assessment

Exercise programming

Mobility safety

Medical terminology

Patient mobilization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health/Fitness

Master's degree preferred

ACSM-CEP certification

BLS HCP required

Job description

Advocate Health Care seeks an Exercise Specialist to assess, plan and direct patient mobilization and exercise programs in an inpatient rehabilitation setting. A Bachelor's in Health/Fitness is required, with preference for Exercise Physiology; ACSM-CEP certification is desirable and BLS HCP is required.

Responsibilities include directing mobilization, coordinating care, and documenting treatment. The role supports a multidisciplinary team in Charlotte, NC, and requires 40 hours per week with