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Tufts Medicine Exercise Physiologist - CARDIAC REHAB in Melrose, Massachusetts
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital , part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.
If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team at Melrose/Wakefield Hospital .
Why Join Us?
Competitive salaries & benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one
403(b) Retirement with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Free on-site Parking
Opportunities for career growth
Job Overview
The Exercise Physiologist treats patients with a wide variety of diagnoses in the cardiac rehabilitation program. The Exercise Physiologist will be educated in treating all age groups to help patients achieve a maximum level of function using various therapeutic exercises, activities, exercise modalities and skills. The Exercise Physiologist is responsible for documenting all age-appropriate patient care treatments in the electronic medical record to comply with the policy and procedures of the department, organization, and all regulatory requirements.
Location: Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 585 Lebanon Street - Melrose, MA
Hours: 40 hours - Mon - Thur 7:00a - 5:30p
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology. CPR certification required.
Experience: Prior experience in cardiac rehabilitation preferred.
Skills/Abilities: Good communication skills needed. Able to work under stressful conditions; possesses good oral and written communication skills and can work effectively in a changing environment. Ability to follow treatment plans
Duties and Responsibilities:
Prior experience in cardiac rehabilitation preferred.
Good communication skills needed.
Able to work under stressful conditions.
Good oral and written communication skills and can work effectively in a changing environment.
Ability to follow treatment plans
About Melrose/Wakefield Hospital
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. Melrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.
Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org .