**Job Description:** Assists in the evaluation and treatment of patients ages 13 years old and older referred to the Cardiac Rehabilitation Programs, and other programs associated with the Cardiac Rehabilitation Services. Is also involved in the ongoing development of these programs. **Education Qualifications:** Required Qualifications: East Market: + 6 months experience in cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation or Successful completion of a cardiac rehabilitation internship of at least 400 hours + Meets Core Competencies as defined by AACVPR for Cardiac Rehabilitation Specialist West Market and Brainerd Lakes: + No experience to note Educational Requirements East Market : + Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or health care related field West Market and Brainerd Lakes: + Completion of an exercise physiology program **Licensure/Certification Qualifications:** Certification/Licensure Required: East Market: + Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire + Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire + American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) or American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) within 1 year of hire West and Central Markets: + Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within 1 month of hire + Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification within 6 months of hire + American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certification at the exercise specialist level within 2 years of employment or a current RN license in ND with Cardiac Rehabilitation certification within 2 years Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development: Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs: Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000 for more information. **Job Location:** Essentia Virginia Hospital **Shift Rotation:** Day Rotation (United States of America) **Shift Start/End:** Days/Days **Hours Per Pay Period:** 80 **Compensation Range:** $24.94 - $37.41 / hour **FTE:** 1 It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.