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Key Responsibilities

1. Implement individualized and group exercise programs in accordance with the rehabilitation plan and under the supervision of a Physical Therapist.
2. Conduct supervised exercise sessions focusing on cardiovascular fitness, strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and general physical conditioning.
3. Monitor patients during exercise and modify activities within the established treatment plan based on patient tolerance and response.
4. Monitor relevant physiological parameters, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, perceived exertion, and signs of exercise intolerance, as appropriate.
5. Provide therapeutic recreational activities that encourage physical activity, participation, social interaction, motivation, and overall well-being.
6. Organize and facilitate individual and group recreational activities appropriate to patients’ abilities and rehabilitation goals.
7. Support the delivery of cardiac rehabilitation programs, including supervised cardiovascular exercise, conditioning, risk-factor education, and promotion of healthy lifestyle behaviors.
8. Recognize abnormal responses or signs of exercise intolerance and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising Physical Therapist and appropriate clinical team.
9. Educate and motivate patients regarding physical activity, exercise adherence, healthy lifestyle behaviors, and long-term participation in exercise.
10. Collaborate with Physical Therapists and other members of the multidisciplinary rehabilitation team.
11. Assist in organizing wellness, fitness, recreational, and physical activity programs within the rehabilitation service.
12. Document exercise sessions, patient participation, physiological responses, and progress according to departmental requirements.
13. Maintain patient safety and comply with hospital policies, infection control requirements, and established rehabilitation protocols.

Preferred Knowledge and Experience

Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge or experience in:

1. Cardiac rehabilitation and cardiovascular exercise
2. Clinical exercise testing and exercise prescription
3. Exercise for neurological and musculoskeletal conditions
4. Exercise for individuals with physical disabilities
5. Therapeutic recreation and adapted physical activity
6. Group exercise and fitness programs
7. Chronic disease management
8. Health promotion and lifestyle modification

Role Structure

The Exercise Physiologist will function as part of the Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation team and work under the supervision of a Physical Therapist. The role is intended to complement Physical Therapy services by expanding opportunities for structured exercise, physical activity, therapeutic recreation, and cardiac rehabilitation while maintaining appropriate clinical oversight.