Plans and implements treatment programs based upon patient evaluation and modifies exercise prescription based on cardiac symptomatology, signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance, or musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and/or accessory medical problems
Job Summary
Plans and implements treatment programs based upon patient evaluation and modifies exercise prescription based on cardiac symptomatology, signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance, or musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and/or accessory medical problems.
Establishes and presents a coordinated health education program for patients on exercise and risk factor reduction, and works closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, physician assistants, and medical staff regarding patient physical status and rehabilitation program.
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Matching Summary
Plans and implements treatment programs based upon patient evaluation and modifies exercise prescription based on cardiac symptomatology, signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance, or musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and/or accessory medical problems.
Salary
$25.30 - $37.95; Not specified; Not specified
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Interpret physiological data
Individualized exercise prescription
Cardiac symptomatology assessment
Health education program
Patient positioning and transporting
Nice-to-have
Independent decision making
Effective team functioning
Mentor staff for certification
Hospital consultant in exercise physiology
Key Requirements
BLS/ACLS certification required
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology