GENERAL SUMMARY

Implements and supervises physical exercise programs for patients.

Responsibilities:

Provides patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.Plans and teaches exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen. Monitors patient's response and revises plan accordingly.Recognizes contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise. Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals.Provides exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes.| Ensures department equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and functioning correctly. Prepares develops and maintains various files, records, reports; schedules patient appointments as required.Provides oversight to department activities in the absence of the manager.  Qualifications - External

 

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED -

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) preferred. Bachelor's degree required. - Master's degree preferred. Stress testing experience preferred Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Health Genesys Hospital Department: Cardiac Rehabilitation Anc 001 Henry Ford Health Location: Henry Ford Genesys Hospital Shift: Day Job Union Code: Not Applicable