Initial Evaluation Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Carda Health · United States
- Hybrid
- Contract
- $90,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Deliver remote cardiac rehab care.
- Conduct health histories and recommend paths.
- Partner with care and tech teams.
- Support patients in virtual rehab.
- Contribute to clinical studies innovation.
About the role
About Carda Health
Rehab is a pain. So much so that only 10% of qualifying Cardiac and Pulmonary patients attend, which results in complications for patients and at least $190B in costs. At Carda Health, we’ve reimagined rehab. Our program allows patients to complete engaging, compassionate, and life-saving rehabilitation remotely.Who are we?
We are a team of clinicians, data scientists, mathematicians and repeat entrepreneurs. And one recovering financier. Our united belief is that technology and data, when applied ethically and compassionately, can transform individuals’ lives and fundamentally change even the most entrenched industries. Carda was founded by Harry and Andrew, two friends from Wharton who share a family history of heart disease and experience with Cardiac Rehab. We now work with some of America’s largest and top-ranked hospitals and most innovative insurers. We are fortunate to be backed by some of the best seed investors in the business who have also backed the likes of Livongo, Mammoth Biosciences, and Ro to name a few.Who are you?
You are a talented Clinical Exercise Physiologist who will deliver care and support to our patients throughout our flagship virtual cardiac rehab program. You, like us, believe in the power of telehealth to expand access to life saving care and ultimately reinvent the way Americans receive healthcare. You will play a defining role in the success of the groundbreaking clinical studies we are running with world leading health systems in Pennsylvania and New York. If you are passionate about doing whatever it takes to help people in need and transforming the way millions of people receive life saving care then please apply!In this role, you will..
- Be the first face-to-face touch point for many of the patients joining our program
- Provide high-quality clinical care utilizing best practices set forth by Carda’s Clinical team
- Perform health histories, evaluate patient records, suggest appropriate care paths
- Provide lifestyle recommendations to patients related to specific goals
- Input notes and all other relevant information into our EMR
- Communicate and partner with other members of the patients’ care team to properly coordinate care and oversee patient care plans on an ongoing basis
- Work directly with founders to innovate and improve our cutting edge digital care delivery model
- Work collaboratively with our technology team to support a smooth experience for our patients and clients
- Be willing to do whatever it takes to ensure a great, engaging rehab experience for our patients
- Take pride in delivering high quality care for patients going through our rehab program
- Provide support to our patients, empowering them to be accountable and take ownership of their rehabilitation.
What We Look For
- Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology or equivalent (Master’s preferred)
- ACSM certification (preferred)
- Minimum 1+ years relevant experience and top performance working as an Exercise Physiologist in Cardiac and/or Pulmonary Rehab
- Possess strong anatomy and physiology skills
- Above average proficiency working with technology - you will be helping guide patients through our digital health programs including troubleshooting their technology issues with wearables and tablets
- Great interpersonal skills that foster a caring environment for patients.
- Diligence and organization with the ability to create and adhere to repeatable processes.
- Ability to perform with little direction in a high-growth, early stage startup (ie self-driven).
- Attention to detail
- Experience with medication reconciliation for cardiac and pulmonary patients
- Passion for delivering high quality care to patients
- Experience with care in a virtual setting and a desire to learn and influence new technologies
- Highly organized with the ability to create, adhere to, and scale repeatable processes
Bonus Points
- Spanish language proficiency
- Experience working in clinical studies
- Remote work experience
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Cardiac Rehab
- Pulmonary Rehab
- Virtual Care
- Patient Care
- Health Histories
- Lifestyle Recommendations
- EMR Systems
- Interpersonal Skills
- Technology Proficiency
Skills & topics
- Clinical Exercise Physiologist
- Cardiac Rehab
- Pulmonary Rehab
- Virtual Care
- Telehealth
- Patient Care
- Health Histories
- EMR
- Exercise Physiology
- Remote Patient Monitoring
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight clinical exercise physiology, virtual care experience, and tech proficiency.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your passion for telehealth and transforming healthcare delivery.
- Prepare for interviews: Showcase your knowledge of cardiac/pulmonary rehab and patient engagement strategies.
- Demonstrate technical aptitude: Be ready to discuss your experience troubleshooting technology for patients.
- Emphasize startup fit: Highlight your self-driven nature and ability to adapt in a high-growth environment.
Technical preparation
Master EMR systems for patient documentation.,Practice troubleshooting patient tech issues.,Familiarize with cardiac/pulmonary rehab protocols.,Understand wearable device data integration.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you supported a patient remotely.,How do you handle patient technology challenges?,How do you ensure patient accountability in rehab?,Explain your passion for virtual healthcare delivery.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the primary responsibilities of a Clinical Exercise Physiologist at Carda Health?
- As a Clinical Exercise Physiologist at Carda Health, you will be the primary point of contact for patients in our virtual cardiac rehab program. This involves conducting health histories, evaluating patient records, recommending care paths, providing lifestyle advice, documenting in the EMR, coordinating with care teams, and working with the technology team to ensure a smooth patient experience.
- What qualifications are essential for the Clinical Exercise Physiologist role at Carda Health?
- Essential qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology (Master's preferred), at least 1 year of experience in Cardiac/Pulmonary Rehab, strong anatomy and physiology knowledge, excellent technology proficiency, and great interpersonal skills. ACSM certification is preferred.
- How does Carda Health's virtual cardiac rehab program differ from traditional rehab?
- Carda Health's program is entirely remote, making it more accessible and convenient for patients. It leverages technology and data to deliver engaging, compassionate, and life-saving rehabilitation, aiming to overcome the low attendance rates of traditional programs.
- What opportunities for innovation exist for a Clinical Exercise Physiologist at Carda Health?
- You will work directly with the founders to innovate and improve the digital care delivery model. There's also an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking clinical studies with leading health systems, influencing the future of virtual care.
- What kind of technology experience is expected for this role?
- You should have above-average proficiency with technology, as you'll guide patients through digital health programs, including troubleshooting issues with wearables and tablets. Familiarity with virtual care settings is also highly valued.
- Is this a remote position or on-site?
- While the program is virtual for patients, the job description mentions 'Remote work experience' as a bonus point, implying the role itself may offer remote work flexibility or require experience in a remote setting. Further clarification on the specific work arrangement would be needed.
- What is the company culture like at Carda Health?
- Carda Health is a team of passionate clinicians, data scientists, and entrepreneurs united by the belief that technology and data can transform lives. They foster a compassionate and ethical approach to healthcare, working collaboratively with leading hospitals and insurers.