Medina, OH, 44256, USA
1 day ago
Exercise Physiologist
Join Cleveland Clinic's Medina Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading-edge, patient care is world-class, and caregivers are family. Medina Hospital has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Cleveland and Ohio. Here, you will work with and learn from some of our best caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world Exercise Physiologists develop exercise prescription and oversees exercise progression in patients with cardiovascular disease in a rehabilitative setting. **This is a Part-time position (20 hours per week) hours are 5:30am to 4:30pm (will work 2 10 hour shifts per week)** **A caregiver who excels in this role will:** + Provides patient testing before and after rehabilitation including strength, body composition, flexibility, balance and endurance. + Provides exercise prescription for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen; updates prescription according to patient response. Implements concepts of cardiac secondary prevention. + Recognizes contraindications to exercise and abnormal patient responses to exercise. + Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals. + Provides exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes. + Other duties as assigned. **Minimum qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:** + Bachelor's or Master's degree in exercise-related field. + American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider. **Preferred qualifications for the ideal caregiver include:** + Minimum of 3-6 months internship or equivalent work experience working with cardiopulmonary patients and their families Our caregivers continue to create the best outcomes for our patients across each of our facilities. Click the link and see how we're dedicated to providing what matters most to you: https://jobs.clevelandclinic.org/benefits-2/ **Physical Requirements:** + Must be able to stand/walk for long periods of time and ability to help patients stand and walk. + Will require some lifting, bending, twisting of upper extremity to help limited patients. + Must be able to adapt to different room temperatures in exercise. **Personal Protective Equipment:** + Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Salaries [which may be] shown on independent job search websites reflect various market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from The Cleveland Clinic. Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process. Cleveland Clinic Health System is pleased to be an equal employment employer: Women / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
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