Description
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DMC Rehabilitation Institute of Michigan is one of the nation’s largest hospitals specializing in rehabilitation medicine and research. RIM is known for its clinical expertise in spinal cord injury, brain injury, stroke, amputee, orthopedics and catastrophic injury care. The Institute houses the Center for Spinal Cord Injury Recovery and the Southeastern Michigan Traumatic Brain Injury System (SEMTBIS), one of only 16 federally designated model systems of care for brain injury care and research. RIM also operates 31 outpatient sites throughout southeast Michigan specializing in sports medicine and orthopedics. Job Description: Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, plans, develops, implements and evaluates individualized exercise prescriptions and risk factor modification programs. Designs, implements and participates in educational programs for a variety of clients. Provides direction, assistance and instruction to support staff, as appropriate.
Other Responsibilities include: - Performing daily checks and cleaning equipment
- Supply management and calibration of equipment
- Coordinate scheduling of stress tests
Qualifications
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1. Bachelor of Science in Exercise Science or related health discipline (i.e., Physical Therapy, Physiology, Physical Education, Community Education) preferably with an internship experience. Masters degree preferred.
2. One to two years of clinical experience in a specialized area, such as Cardiology within a health care setting, preferred.
3. American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-EP) certification preferred.
4. BLS and ACLS certification required within 6 months of hiring.
