Job Description

Department Overview

The exercise specialist provides services under the direction of the physical or occupational 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 and the supervision of a licensed therapist, and in accordance with regulatory requirements and hospital policies and procedures. When providing nonphysical 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.

Relief employees must be available to work at least four (4) days per pay period as determined according to the department needs

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's degree in exercise science or related field health & wellness field; AND
• One year of related experience including good communication skills for teaching; OR
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Positions within person patient care: BLS certificate within 30 days of hire or prior to independent practice, whichever comes first
• ACLS Certification within 6 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications

• Athletic Trainer Certified
• Communication skills Teaching Prior experience as a physical therapy aide.
• NATA BOC, Oregon ATC License, ACLS Certification

Additional Details

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, throughout the day to navigate medical equipment or perform exercise instruction is required. Able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact askhr@ohsu.edu