Exercise Physiologist- Cardiopulmonary Rehab

Job description

Department: 37000 Advocate South Suburban Hospital - Cardiac Rehabilitation Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Monday-Friday (Days) Start between 6a-7a. No holidays or weekends. Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.95 Major Responsibilities: - Interprets physiological data from stress tests for determination of individualized exercise prescription. Plans and implements treatment programs based upon patient evaluation. Modifies exercise prescription based on cardiac symptomatology, signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance, or musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and/or accessory medical problems. - Works with physicians to determine program eligibility, progress, and timing of progression to unmonitored home program or Phase III participation. - Establishes and presents a coordinated health education program for patients on exercise and risk factor reduction. Participates in family and patient conferences as necessary and works closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, physician assistants, and medical staff regarding patient physical status and rehabilitation program. - Promotes referral to rehabilitation program by developing a s...