Exercise Specialist - Cardiac Rehab OP | Heart Hospital
Listed on 2026-02-21
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Healthcare
Healthcare Nursing
Location
Sioux Falls, SD
Worker TypeRegular
Work ShiftDay Shift (United States of America)
At Avera Heart Hospital, you’re not just joining a workplace – you’re becoming part of a family. With more than 700 dedicated employee, we deliver care that truly makes a difference. Our commitment to excellence has earned us the distinction of being one of only a handful of hospitals nationwide – out of more than 4,000 – to achieve a double 5-star rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.
PositionHighlights Position Summary
The Exercise Specialist works collaboratively with a registered nurse in the daily coordination and delivery of cardiovascular rehabilitation services. The Exercise Specialist is responsible for developing an exercise plan of care, assessing, implementing and evaluating the care. The Exercise Specialist will follow up on patient referrals from health care facilities to admit new patients to the program and schedule patient follow up appointments.
As a member of the interdisciplinary care team, the Exercise Specialist coordinates patient care with the other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of care. In addition, the Exercise Specialist performs a range of technical services in a cross-functional mode to comprehensively serve patient needs. Assumes, under the direction of the Laboratory, responsibility for patient specimen testing, quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance.
Schedule
Monday through Friday.
Education and Experience- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science required.
- 2-3 years of cardiac patient care experience with strong knowledge of cardiac rhythms preferred.
- BLS within 30 days of employment.
- ACLS within one year of employment.
At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.
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