Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Therapist
The Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Therapist supports cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs by assisting with patient monitoring, implementing prescribed exercise regimens, and providing basic patient education. This entry-level role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe exercise participation, accurate clinical documentation, and positive patient outcomes within a structured rehabilitation setting. The position requires foundational clinical skills, effective communication, and adherence to departmental protocols to promote patient health and safety.
About Careertakes
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What You’ll Do
The Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Therapist will support cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services in a structured clinical setting. You will assist with patient monitoring, safely implement prescribed exercise programs, support functional capacity testing, and reinforce patient education—working closely with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality, accredited rehab care.
- Monitor and record vital signs (heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose) and patient symptoms during sessions
- Assist patients with prescribed exercise programs, equipment setup, and safe progression of workloads
- Support functional capacity testing (e.g., six-minute walk, submaximal bike tests)
- Recognize and report changes in physiological or subjective responses to supervising clinical staff
- Document patient participation and clinical data accurately and in a timely manner to meet departmental and AACVPR standards
- Provide basic education and coaching on safe exercise, symptom recognition, perceived exertion, and lifestyle modification
- Support inpatient mobility and activities of daily living per delegated plans of care
- Participate in patient safety checks, quality improvement, equipment maintenance, and orientation of new staff or students
Responsibilities
- Perform clinical monitoring and basic assessments under supervision
- Assist in administering and scoring exercise testing and functional capacity assessments
- Safely cue and assist patients on cardio and pulmonary rehab equipment
- Accurately enter observations and outcomes in electronic records
- Communicate clearly with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team
- Support telemetry and equipment-based monitoring when required
Minimum Qualifications
- Actively enrolled in a bachelor’s program (to be completed in 3–5 years) in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field
- Complete a formal EKG interpretation and arrhythmia detection course within 6 months of hire
- Basic clinical monitoring skills (vital signs, symptom recognition)
- Foundational exercise instruction skills and safe equipment use
- Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS-HCP)
- Strong communication, teamwork, and basic computer/documentation skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification as required by the facility
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) if assigned to pediatric programs
- Previous experience in cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation or related clinical settings
Skills
- Clinical assessment and monitoring
- EKG interpretation and arrhythmia recognition
- Exercise programming and patient coaching
- Documentation and electronic health records proficiency
- Telemetry and rehabilitation equipment competence
- Clear verbal and written communication
- Care coordination and teamwork
Physical Requirements
- Able to read monitors, labels, and patient information clearly
- Hearing and verbal communication to respond to alarms and patient needs
- Manual dexterity for equipment use and frequent computer/documentation tasks
- Ability to lift, transfer, and assist patients; push/pull gurneys and equipment
- Frequent walking, standing, and navigating busy clinical spaces
Schedule & Compensation
- Scheduled weekly hours: 20 (Part-time)
- Hourly pay range: $24.30 - $37.52 (actual rate dependent on experience)
Benefits & Career Development
Careertakes and our client prioritize caregiver well-being. Eligible hires may access a comprehensive benefits package and education support programs designed to foster health, career growth, and work–life balance. Specific benefits and eligibility details will be provided by the hiring organization.
About the Role Location
This position is based in Provo, UT and performed on-site at the client’s rehabilitation program.
What We Value
We seek candidates who are compassionate, safety-focused, curious, and committed to learning. If you’re building skills in exercise physiology and want hands-on experience in cardiac and pulmonary rehab—this role provides practical clinical exposure and mentorship within a multidisciplinary team.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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