Exercise Specialist - Relief - Oregon Health & Science University

Department Overview:

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• Medical, dental and vision coverage at low or no cost to employees
• Covered 100% for full-time employees and 88% for dependents
• Several retirement plans to choose from! – Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan and University Pension Plan, voluntary savings plans (403b, 401a and 457b)
• Up to 200 hours (equal to 25 full days) a year of paid time off 
• 96 hours of sick leave a year (prorated by FTE status) 
• Commuter subsidies
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Access to group life insurance, disability insurance and other supplemental benefits
• Annual Raises
• Employee discounts to local and major businesses
• Childcare service discounts
• Growth/Development Opportunities

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The exercise specialist provides services under the direction of the physical therapist for patient care related assistance in Rehabilitation Services. The exercise specialist also provides nonphysical therapy exercise training and athletic training duties. When assisting therapists, the individual works under the direction of the and supervision of a licensed therapist, and in accordance with regulatory requirements and hospital policies and procedures. When providing non physical therapy exercise training the individual carries out a maintence exercise plan. These duties do not require direct supervision. The individual also provides cleaning and preparation of treatment areas and stocking of linen, supplies and other duties. The Exercise Specialist recognizes and addresses age-appropriate needs when caring for patients. In addition, the Exercise Specialist assists in maintaining the practice environment in a clean, orderly condition. The Exercise Specialist assists with the delivery of care in Cardiac Rehabilitation.

Function/Duties of Position:

• Assists therapists or exercise physiologists with patient management - rehabilitation/ strength and conditioning programs in rehabilitation therapy or cardiac rehabilitation. Provides non physical therapy maintenance interventions to patients who have been discharged from physical therapy (or discharged portion of the plan of care)
• Prepares patient treatment rooms, gym, equipment prior to the visit to ensure the proper equipment and supplies are set-up for therapy treatments.
• Communicate need for supplies to Admin Coordinator, and helps track receipt, and places logistics orders.
• Ensures Cleanliness and Infection control in rooms/gym.
• Demonstrates competence and serves as a resource for other staff as related to rehabilitation technology (body weight assisted treadmill, functional electrical stimulation bike for example)

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of Bachelor degree in exercise science or related field such as recreation, parks management, travel and tourism
• One year of related experience including good communication skills for teaching     

• Current American Heart Healthcare Provider BLS Certification (ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire)

• Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without

  accommodation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Athletic Trainer Certified

• Communication skills

• Teaching

• Prior experience as a physical therapy aide

• NATA BOC, Oregon ATC License, ACLS Certification

Additional Details:

Pay Range: $27.44 - $37.10 per hour

• Typical outpatient environment, may include travel on campus or between outpatient clinic locations.
• Ability to carry and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, bending, and stooping, through out the day to navigate medical equipment or perform exercise instruction is required.
  

All are welcome:Oregon Health & Science University values a diverse and culturally competent workforce. We are proud of our commitment to being an equal opportunity, affirmative action organization that does not discriminate against applicants on the basis of any protected class status, including disability status and protected veteran status. Individuals with diverse backgrounds and those who promote diversity and a culture of inclusion are encouraged to apply. To request reasonable accommodation contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Department at 503-494-5148 or aaeo@ohsu.edu.