The Cardiac Rehab Physical Therapist/Exercise Physiologist is a vital member of the multidisciplinary cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation team.
The Cardiac Rehab Physical Therapist/Exercise Physiologist assesses patients; develops, implements and monitors exercise sessions as well as provide patient/family education as it relates to exercise, home exercise program, self monitoring, risk factors/modifications and behavioral interventions.
Qualifications
Required:
Ability to effectively interact with a wide range of personality types, ages, and diverse cultural backgrounds in a rapidly changing environment.
Minimum of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Internship or 1-2 years experience in cardiac rehabilitation program. Other requirements are dependent on type and/or current needs of the unit.
Completion of an accredited degree program at the bachelor's level Science in Exercise Physiology, Physical Therapy, Nursing or another Clinical Science degree is required.
BLS required.
Preferred:
Physical Therapist strongly preferred
EEO Statement
Salem Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
