Exercise Specialist

Job Title and Details Exercise Specialist Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, 201 Lyons Avenue, Newark, NJ 07112-2027 Department: Cardiac Rehabilitation Req #: 0000253676 Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Pay Range: $60,762.00 - $81,334.50 per year Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview Plan and implement treatment in coordination with multidisciplinary team for all scopes of Cardiac patients. Qualifications Required: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology Required: 1-3 years of Clinical experience Required: ACLS and BLS Certification through American Heart Association Required: Successful completion of all orientation programs Preferred: Exercise Physiology Certification (ACSM-EP, ACE-Clinical Specialist, NSCA, Clinical Exercise Physiology) Preferred: Experience with EKG monitoring Preferred: Cardiac focused internship or work experience Certifications and Licenses Required ACLS and BLS Certification through American Heart Association Scheduling Requirements Full Time 37.5 hours/week Essential Functions Performs exercise instructions to all cardiac patients Assess and service patients and members to meet the established program guidelines Assist in the supervision of Students and Volunteers Assists in the development and implementation of hospital cardiac rehab and fitness programs Assists with the implementation of policies and procedures that guide and support the provision of services Assures that the fitness equipment is well maintained and minimizes downtime of equipment Demonstrates the ability to identify what the patient's and members educational needs are Educates internal and external customers on the practice and guidelines of cardiovascular disease, rehabilitation, exercise prescription and admission process Monitors adequate and appropriate patient exercise sessions and treatment Participates in the interdisciplinary patient member teaching process Perform clinical exercise prescription for monitored and non-monitored cardiac rehab patients Records statistical information for manager as assigned and document on patient treatment as required by hospital regulations Provides a compassionate and supportive environment with prompt and consistent service Adheres to patient rights and provides for the confidential treatment of all communications and records Demonstrates professionalism with families, visitors, physicians, coworkers and supervisors Listens and communicates effectively Supports teamwork by cooperative problem solving through participation in meetings, projects, etc. Utilizes principles of continuous quality improvement in all work situations to assess, measure and improve organizational and department functions Organizes work sets priorities with a minimum of supervision and seeks guidance as appropriate Makes decisions that are timely and consistent with department, objectives, policies and procedures Demonstrates sound judgment, accepts and benefits from constructive criticism Participates in ongoing education as required Benefits and Perks Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision Insurance Retirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death Insurance Tuition Reimbursement Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Wellness Programs Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more! Other Duties: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr RWJBarnabas Health