UW Health is hiring: Exercise Specialist - Preventive Cardiology in Beaver Dam
uw healthBeaver Dam (WI)
UW Health is hiring: Exercise Specialist - Preventive Cardiology in Beaver Dam
Posted 2 days ago
uw healthBeaver Dam (WI)
SENIORITY
Senior
About the role
Work Schedule:
.8FTE; day shift. Work schedule will be Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm. Weekly schedule specifics will be discussed during the interview process. Hours could vary based on the operational needs of the department. You will work onsite at UW Health Beaver Dam Medical Center at 707 University Ave, Beaver Dam, WI
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We are seeking anExercise Specialist - Preventive Cardiologyto:
Supervise and provide a safe exercise environment for Phase 2 and 3 cardiac rehabilitation patients and perform exercise tolerance tests under medical supervision
Provide assessment in developing multi-disciplinary treatment plans for those at risk of developing cardiovascular disease
Provide technical support for resting 12-lead ECG, holter and event monitors
Educate patients in principles of exercise theory, risk factor modification and other behavioral modifications. Refer patients to appropriate services and materials as needed
Document progress note in electronic medical record and send results to referring provider
At UW Health, you will have: An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.
Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance
Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being
Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement
The opportunity to earn a referral bonus for referring friends, former colleagues or others to apply for open, posted positions
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in exercise science, exercise physiology or kinesiology with emphasis in cardiac rehabilitation and diagnostic exercise testing Required
Work ExperienceSuccessful completion of supervised cardiac rehab internship Required
2 years of clinical experience in outpatient cardiac rehabilitation setting Preferred
Licenses & Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification within 90 Days Required
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification within 90 Days Required
Current ACSM Clinical Exercise Specialist certification Preferred
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