Exercise Program Specialist-Cardiac Rehabilitation at UnityPoint Health

Waterloo, Iowa, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Exercise Prescription, Patient Assessment, Group Education, Holistic Approach, Documentation, Quality Improvement, Customer Service, Teaching Strategies, Safety Awareness, Team Collaboration, Cardiac Rehabilitation, Risk Factor Counseling, Goal Setting, Patient Care, Supervision, Initiative

Industry

Description

Overview Exercise Program Specialist – Cardiac Rehab UnityPoint Health - Allen Shift: Full-time; 830 AM – 5 PM. Will be required to work every 7th weekend. Benefits Eligible As a member of the interdisciplinary team, assists with individual or group education and exercise. Works alongside other team members to develop appropriate treatment plans. Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few: Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health. Responsibilities Assesses the needs of patients and families, providing appropriate teaching and making the necessary referrals to provide continuity of care. Utilizes scientific principles to develop exercise prescriptions. Monitors client’s response to exercise and adjusts treatment plan accordingly. Promptly completes documentation to assure an accurate legal record of patient’s care. Utilizes holistic approach (considering biopsychosocial, spiritual, educational, safety, and related criteria) appropriate to the individuals served. Demonstrates initiative to improve quality and customer service by striving to exceed customer expectations. Delegates and provides direction for other healthcare providers and hold them accountable for their involvement in the plan of care. Effective at directing/supervising group education/exercise classes; consistently delivers high-quality care in accordance with established policies and procedures. Assess and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient’s and their families’ specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn, and level of comprehension. Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education. Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately. Qualifications Education: Undergraduate degree in exercise science or related field Experience: Previous experience in a cardiac rehabilitation setting preferred, including risk factor counseling and individualized goal setting preferred

Responsibilities

The Exercise Program Specialist assesses the needs of patients and families, providing education and exercise guidance. They develop exercise prescriptions and monitor client responses to adjust treatment plans accordingly.