Cardiac Rehab Specialist Cardiac Rehab Program SCH SJC
Catholic Health System
- Cheektowaga, NY
- 30+ days ago
Highlights
Identify cardiovascular risk factors, lifestyle changes needed, and teach lifestyle maintenance of risk factor reduction. Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education or Health and Human Performance required with MS or MA in Exercise Science preferred.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Cheektowaga, NY |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1998 |
| Website | http://www.chsbuffalo.org |
Description
Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital St Joseph Campus
Shift: Shift 1
Status: Per Diem FTE: 0.100000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Days and Evenings
Hours: Monday through Friday from 7:00am to 6:00pm as needed
Summary:
Assists with the development of individualized exercise prescriptions. Provide ongoing fitness evaluation of strength, aerobic capacity, and physical work capacity. Monitor patients for arrhythmias and misappropriate responses to activity or exercise. Identify cardiovascular risk factors, lifestyle changes needed, and teach lifestyle maintenance of risk factor reduction.
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Health and Physical Education or Health and Human Performance required with MS or MA in Exercise Science preferred
- Validation in BLS required
- ACLS required with in three months of hire
- American College of Sports Medicine certificate preferred
EXPERIENCE
- Must have experience in cardiovascular patient care
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
- Exhibits knowledge of current Cardiac Rehabilitation issues
- Desire and skill to meet the needs of the Cardiac Rehabilitation client
- Continuous awareness of the need for safety measures in patient care
- Mental and physical health sufficient to withstand strenuous activity, bending, lifting, and walking
- Hand and finger dexterity to manipulate facility and exercise equipment
- Lead placement competency to be validated by the preceptor and manager prior to associate performing task
- Recognition and treatment of arrhythmia according to ACLS guidelines
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Monday-Friday 6a.m. -6p.m with weekend and holiday rotation as needed
About Company
Catholic Health is dedicated to developing an exceptional workforce focused on a culture of inclusiveness and integrity that values diversity. Located in Buffalo, NY, Catholic Health is a non-profit healthcare system that provides care to Western New Yorkers across a network of hospitals, primary care centers, imaging centers, and several other community ministries. Our mission sets us apart. It's the human side of healthcare – the touch, smile or comforting word that can help make your healthcare experience better. It's treating all people with respect and dignity, and providing comfort in times of greatest need.