Exercise Rehabilitation Specialist

2 weeks ago

Dedham, MA, United States Hebrew SeniorLife Full time

Job Description:

Job Description

The Exercise Therapist will provide exercise programming, guidance and motivation to HSL LTCH patients involved in the Circle of Fitness (CoF) gym-based program and other LTCH
Restorative Exercise programs. The position may include participation in, and support of, the Rubenstein Unit-Based Exercise (RUBEX) program and exercise supervision of clients enrolled in Hebrew Rehabilitation Center's Get Up & Go Outpatient exercise program.
In the absence of the Immediate Supervisor, the Exercise Therapist will be supported and supervised by the Manager of Outpatient Exercise and Wellness.


Core Competencies

  • Must be able to communicate effectively with a diverse population.

  • Must demonstrate competence in retrieving information from the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

  • Must be able to articulate and document pertinent information regarding patients exercise prescription and progress in accordance with professional standards and guidelines.

  • Must be able to accurately enter resident exercise information into the Patient Care System (PCS) on a daily basis.


Position Responsibilities

  • Conducts physical performance evaluations and functional testing with resident participants in the CoF exercise program.

  • Develops individualized exercise programs for CoF gym participants utilizing the principles of progressive resistance training (PRT).

  • Provides coaching in proper exercise technique to patients for maximal strength, endurance and functional exercise benefit.

  • Communicates with team members and appropriate resident care staff regarding medical or other changes noted during exercise sessions.

  • Must be able to identify contraindications and/or modifications in order to practice safe exercise programming.

  • Leads or provides support to leaders of RUBEX group exercise classes on households/floors.

  • Performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to NuStep training and progression on resident households/floors.

  • Travels between HSL CLF exercise programs in Roslindale and Dedham, if necessary.

  • Attends monthly CLF staff meeting.

Essential Job Functions

  • Caring Practices

  • Practices acts of kindness.

  • Treats others courteously and with respect.

  • Performs work responsibilities in a friendly, professional manner.

  • Develops helpful and trusting relationships with patients, families and staff.

  • Promotes and accepts the expression of both negative and positive feelings.

  • Uses creative problem-solving to meet the needs of others.

  • Performs teaching and learning that addresses individual needs and learning styles.

  • Assists with basic physical emotional and spiritual needs.

  • Communication

  • Introduces self to patients/families and explain role in care.

  • Demonstrates to patients and their families that you are emotionally present by listening attentively and attending to concerns/needs.

  • Acts as an advocate on behalf of patients as needed or appropriate.

  • Communicates with patients/families/visitors/staff in a manner that conveys respect, caring and sensitivity.

  • Listens and respects others' opinions.

  • Accountable for staying informed by reviewing memos, emails and other forms of communication.

  • Responsible for communicating and responding to issues and problems within the household/floor in a timely and efficient manner.

  • Responds to patients in all situations with a calm, sensitive and supportive approach.

Teamwork/Collaboration and Flexibility

  • Is flexible to the needs of the household/floors, the department and HRC.

  • Acts in a manner outside the traditional role as needed in order to meet patients' needs.

  • Works as a member of the team by pro-actively striving to meet resident and household/floor needs.

  • Promotes a healthy household environment by demonstrating trust, mutual respect, visible support and open, honest communication with all members of the team.

  • Involves other team members by constantly sharing information.

  • Is aware of and respects others' cultures, values, and backgrounds and considers differences when communicating and providing care

Leadership/Development

  • Monitors student interns and volunteers, incorporating their assistance into exercise/fitness programs according to their abilities.

  • Seeks opportunity for professional development by attending internal and trainings, educational programs and conferences.

Safety

  • Practices in accordance with established standards of care for safety of resident/patient, self and co-workers.

  • Identifies and reports basic safety issues or problems (ex. spills) and takes action whenever appropriate.

  • Identifies and reports errors/potential errors according to policy.

  • Uses equipment as trained and according to organizational policy.

  • Identifies malfunctioning equipment, removes from use, and reports according to policy.

  • Adheres to all infection control policies.

  • Promotes the health and safety of all by following established infection control procedures (i.e., hand washing, use of personal protective equipment).

Physical Requirements

  • Contact with patients under a wide variety of circumstances,

  • which may include exposure to unpleasant odors, sights, and sounds.

  • Subject to varying and unpredictable situations.

  • May be exposed to infections, contagious diseases and blood borne pathogens.

  • Gloves, gown, and mask as necessary.

  • Prolonged, extensive, or considerable standing or walking.

  • Positioning, transporting and/or transferring patients.

  • Lifting supplies, equipment.

  • Considerable reaching, stooping, bending, kneeling and crouching.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in related health field such as Exercise Science or Allied Health.

  • Two to six months of prior experience providing clinical exercise

  • programming for older adults in an LTCH and/or community setting.

  • Excellent critical assessment skills.

  • Proficient verbal, written and computer skills

  • ACSM Health Fitness Instructor or Exercise Specialist certification

  • encouraged.

Remote Type

Salary Range:

$34,222.00 - $47,912.00

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