Remote Exercise Physiologist

Provide education on cardiovascular health, nutrition, and stress management, promoting heart-healthy behaviors.

• Provide counseling on lifestyle modifications, including smoking cessation, dietary changes, stress reduction, and medication adherence.
• Promote the importance of regular attendance in the program
• Sign patients up for group education classes.
• Identify barriers to group education participation.

Collaborative Care:

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including cardiologists, nurses, physical therapists, and dietitians, to ensure comprehensive care for each patient.
• Provide regular updates on patient progress and challenges to the healthcare team.

Data Collection and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, progress, and communication.
• Record relevant data for tracking and reporting on program outcomes, patient goals, and adherence to the rehab plan.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Health, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Certifications:.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• *ACSM or AACVPR Certification is a requirement - either Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP), Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C), Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP)

• Experience working in a clinical or rehabilitation setting, ideally with cardiac patients.
• Experience leading Group classes or Group Fitness Instructor

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex medical information in an understandable way.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular disease management, exercise prescription, and behavior change techniques.
• Empathy and patience for patients with varying physical and emotional challenges.
• Motivational and goal-oriented approach to patient care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.