Exercise Therapist Per Diem

The Exercise Therapist will provide exercise programming, guidance and motivation to HSL LTCH patients involved in the Circle of Fitness (CoF) gym-based program and other LTCH. The position may include participation in, and support of, the Rubenstein Unit-Based Exercise (RUBEX) program and exercise supervision of clients enrolled in Hebrew Rehabilitation Center's "Get Up & Go" Outpatient exercise program.

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Exercise Therapist will provide exercise programming, guidance and motivation to HSL LTCH patients involved in the Circle of Fitness (CoF) gym-based program and other LTCH

Restorative Exercise programs. The position may include participation in, and support of, the Rubenstein Unit-Based Exercise (RUBEX) program and exercise supervision of clients enrolled in Hebrew Rehabilitation Center's "Get Up & Go" Outpatient exercise program.

In the absence of the Immediate Supervisor, the Exercise Therapist will be supported and supervised by the Manager of Outpatient Exercise and Wellness.

Core Competencies

• Must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Must demonstrate competence in retrieving information from the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Must be able to articulate and document pertinent information regarding patients exercise prescription and progress in accordance with professional standards and guidelines.
• Must be able to accurately enter resident exercise information into the Patient Care System (PCS) on a daily basis.

Position Responsibilities

• Conducts physical performance evaluations and functional testing with resident participants in the CoF exercise program.
• Develops individualized exercise programs for CoF gym participants utilizing the principles of progressive resistance training (PRT).
• Provides coaching in proper exercise technique to patients for maximal strength, endurance and functional exercise benefit.
• Communicates with team members and appropriate resident care staff regarding medical or other changes noted during exercise sessions.
• Must be able to identify contraindications and/or modifications in order to practice safe exercise programming.
• Leads or provides support to leaders of RUBEX group exercise classes on households/floors.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to NuStep training and progression on resident households/floors.
• Travels between HSL CLF exercise programs in Roslindale and Dedham, if necessary.
• Attends monthly CLF staff meeting.

* Essential Job Functions

Caring Practices

• Practices acts of kindness.
• Treats others courteously and with respect.
• Performs work responsibilities in a friendly, professional manner.
• Develops helpful and trusting relationships with patients, families and staff.
• Promotes and accepts the expression of both negative and positive feelings.
• Uses creative problem-solving to meet the needs of others.
• Performs teaching and learning that addresses individual needs and learning styles.
• Assists with basic physical emotional and spiritual needs.

Communication

• Introduces self to patients/families and explain role in care.
• Demonstrates to patients and their families that you are "emotionally" present by listening attentively and attending to concerns/needs.
• Acts as an advocate on behalf of patients as needed or appropriate.
• Communicates with patients/families/visitors/staff in a manner that conveys respect, caring and sensitivity.
• Listens and respects others' opinions.
• Accountable for staying informed by reviewing memos, emails and other forms of communication.
• Responsible for communicating and responding to issues and problems within the household/floor in a timely and efficient manner.
• Responds to patients in all situations with a calm, sensitive and supportive approach.

Teamwork/Collaboration and Flexibility

• Is flexible to the needs of the household/floors, the department and HRC.
• Acts in a manner outside the traditional "role" as needed in order to meet patients' needs.
• Works as a member of the team by pro-actively striving to meet resident and household/floor needs.
• Promotes a healthy household environment by demonstrating trust, mutual respect, visible support and open, honest communication with all members of the team.
• Involves other team members by constantly sharing information.
• Is aware of and respects others' cultures, values, and backgrounds and considers differences when communicating and providing care.

Professionalism

• Follows all policies and procedures set forth by the organization and outlined in HRC's policy manuals and the employee handbook.
• Maintains confidentiality of resident and household/floor information.

Quality Improvement

• Communicates issues/concerns to leadership that may require quality monitoring.
• Offers suggestions and solutions that may improve systems and care.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives as may be required.

Leadership/Development

• Monitors student interns and volunteers, incorporating their assistance into exercise/fitness programs according to their abilities.
• Seeks opportunity for professional development by attending internal and trainings, educational programs and conferences.

Safety

• Practices in accordance with established standards of care for safety of resident/patient, self and co-workers.
• Identifies and reports basic safety issues or problems (ex. spills) and takes action whenever appropriate.
• Identifies and reports errors/potential errors according to policy.
• Uses equipment as trained and according to organizational policy.
• Identifies malfunctioning equipment, removes from use, and reports according to policy.
• Adheres to all infection control policies.
• Promotes the health and safety of all by following established infection control procedures (i.e., hand washing, use of personal protective equipment).

Physical Requirements

• Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances,

which may include exposure to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds.

• Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.

• May be exposed to infections, contagious diseases and blood bor ne

pathogens.

• Gloves, gown, and mask as necessary.

• Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing or walking.

• Positioning, transporting and/or transferring patients.

• Lifting supplies, equipment.

• Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in related health field such as Exercise Science or

Allied Health.

• Excellent critical assessment skills.

• Proficient verbal, written and computer skills

• ACSM Health Fitness Instructor or Exercise Specialist certification

encouraged.

Remote Type:
On-site

Salary Range:
$53,971.45 - $80,957.18