Exercise Physiologist - Per Diem

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Exercise Physiologist in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of individualized exercise programs for patients with cardiovascular disease. This role ensures the safe and effective delivery of exercise therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team aimed at improving patients' functional capacity, reducing risk factors, and enhancing overall quality of life. Key responsibilities include conducting initial and ongoing exercise assessments, interpreting diagnostic results, ECG monitoring, and creating evidence-based exercise prescriptions tailored to patients' medical status, risk stratification, and personal goals. The Exercise Physiologist monitors patients during exercise sessions to ensure safety, responds to cardiac or medical emergencies per established protocols, and communicates patient progress with the healthcare team. In addition to exercise supervision, the Exercise Physiologist provides education on lifestyle modification, including physical activity, stress management, and cardiovascular risk reduction strategies. This position requires strong clinical judgment, adherence to ACSM, AA...