Exercise Specialist

Employment Type:Part timeShift:Day Shift

Description:At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

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Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire an Exercise Specialist  

As an Exercise Specialist at MercyOne, you will provide and direct safe, effective, and cultural-competent care for patients of all ages undergoing Cardiac Rehabilitation Phase I, II, III, IV, Child Risk Factor Reduction and community education. The exercise specialist offers a variety of exercises and education to maximize the patient's functional capacity and psychosocial status. Key accountabilities include assessment, outcome identification, planning care, implementation, and evaluation of care using critical thinking and evidence-based practice along with adherence to standards and active participation in quality monitoring and performance improvement activities. 

Position Title: Exercise Specialist  

Department: Cardiac Rehab 

Schedule: 

• Day shift 0630-1430 M-F varies with patient volume

• Part time .5 (20 hours per week)

• No holidays

General Requirements: 

• Special Training: Basic Life Support and ACLS within 6 months of hire 

• Training Preferred: Word processing, spreadsheet and database familiarity, ACSM certification if not master's prepared in Exercise Physiology. 

• Experience: No experience required. 

Education: 

• Bachelor's Degree 

• Field Of Study: Exercise Physiology, or related field 

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy competitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!  

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Pay Range: $21.79 - $32.68 per hour
Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.