Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab

Job description

Department: 37000 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Cardiac Rehabilitation Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Candidate must demonstrate at least basic knowledge of telemetry/EKG rhythm interpretation. Scheduled hours are a combination of 8- and 12-hour shifts, rotation to cover Saturday am and around holidays. Both Phase I and Phase II (inpatient and outpatient) care is provided. 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 cl...