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Hartford HealthCare Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab Torrington, Connecticut

Work where every moment matters. Every day, over 35,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital is a 122-bed, general acute care community hospital located in Torrington, Connecticut, that serves as a regional health care resource for the 100,000 residents of Litchfield County and Northwest Connecticut. CHH offers personalized attention from an expert team of caregivers and physicians that utilize advanced technology and clinical partnerships in a convenient, safe and comfortable patient environment. Job Summary: Responsible for providing patients referred to cardiac rehabilitation services in outpatient settings with supervised exercise and progressive mobilization, education regarding disease and disease management (including an understanding of community resources upon discharge), lifestyle modification, and psycho-social support. The Exercise Physiologist uses an understanding of the principles of growth and development to assess the patient’s age specific needs and age specific treatments and care. * Develops appropriate and comprehensive treatment plans specific to patient needs, including education, exercise, behavior change, and counseling * Provides patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation sessions. * Monitors patient/participant progress and communicates and coordinates care Supervises exercise, monitors responses, and directs care accordingly among health care disciplines/providers. * Documents treatments completely and succinctly in patient charts, reports noteworthy findings to appropriate health care providers. * Maintains accurate patient program data and assists in outcomes measurement/management * Provides patient education to individuals/groups in a clear, well organized fashion. Qualifications: B.S. in Exercise Physiology/Science - Master's Degree preferred Basic monitor interpretation skills. Must successfully pass dysrhythymia class within 3 months of hire Certified BLS provider, credentialed from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross ACSM Clinical Certification preferred Cardiac Rehab experience preferred Job: Other* *Organization: Charlotte Hungerford Hospital *Title: *Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab Location: Connecticut-Torrington-780 Litchfield St Torrington (10402) Requisition ID: 25154249 Other Locations: Connecticut-Winsted-80 South Main St Winsted (10478)

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