Cardiopulmonary Rehab Therapist Job Listing at CRMC in Crosby, MN (Job ID 120545)

Description

Transform lives through specialized heart and lung rehabilitation care.

At Cuyuna Regional Medical Center (CRMC), we're more than just a healthcare organization - we're a community dedicated to making a meaningful impact. For more than 60 years, we've been providing compassionate, high-quality care in the Greater Brainerd Lakes Area and beyond. Our team is driven by a shared commitment to excellence, innovation, and putting people first - both our patients and our employees. Whether you're on the front lines of patient care or supporting operations behind the scenes, you'll find a culture of collaboration, growth, and respect. If you're looking for a career where your work truly matters, we invite you to join us at CRMC and be part of something bigger.

As a Cardiopulmonary Rehab Therapist, you will assess and implement effective therapy for patients across both inpatient and outpatient settings that need rehabilitation from various cardiac and pulmonary conditions. Your role will integrate collaborative work with an interdisciplinary team including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare specialists to ensure comprehensive care plans. Key tasks include conducting crucial tests such as the orthostatic test, the 6-minute walk test, and ankle-brachial index tests, alongside overseeing daily rehab operations and educational programs. You will also handle emergency procedures and continuously follow up on patient progress, adapting treatment plans as necessary. The position demands active engagement in expanding program guidelines and services, as well as building relationships with new and existing medical providers to promote service growth.

In Cardiac Rehab at CRMC, we don't just help patients recover—we rebuild confidence, restore strength, and reignite hope. After a heart attack, surgery, or other cardiac event, every step forward is a victory, and we are the team that walks beside our patients on their journey back to health. We guide, educate, and empower individuals to reclaim their lives through tailored exercise plans, lifestyle modifications, and unwavering support. The science of heart health is always evolving, and here, you'll have the opportunity to work with the latest research-based techniques while building relationships that make an enduring impact. The work is equal parts clinical precision and compassionate coaching, ensuring every patient gets the guidance they need to live not just longer, but fuller, healthier lives.

• Leadership qualities
• Effective communicator
• Adaptable to changing situations
• Skilled in nursing practices
• Team coordination
• Problem-solving skills

• American Heart Association ACLS certificate within 4 months of hire
• American Heart Association BLS certificate within 30 day of hire
• Basic knowledge of 12-lead electrocardiogram and rhythm abnormalities
• Experience in exercise program planning, supervision, and counseling with cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation patients
• Maintenance of current CEU's
• Bachelor's degree in exercise science or related field

• Certification through the American Society of Exercise Physiologists
• American College of Sports Medicine or the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation upon hire or within first 18 months of employment

The pay range listed above is the estimated starting pay range for this role. Actual pay rate offered depends on many factors including each individual employee's experience level, preferred education/certifications, along with market conditions.

Cuyuna Regional Medical Center offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and overall well-being of our employees. Eligible employees receive medical insurance, dental insurance, and vision insurance, health savings accounts, life insurance, and employer contributions to a 401(k) retirement plan. Additional benefits include paid time off, participation in 401(k) and 457(b) plans, educational assistance and reimbursement, an employee assistance program, work-life balance support, gym membership and other discounts, and employee recognition programs.

A full job description is provided when an interview is scheduled. If needed, you may request a copy earlier by emailing us at careers@cuyunamed.org.

CRMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer (M/F/Disability/Veteran). If you need an accommodation during the application process, please call 218-546-4415 or email careers@cuyunamed.org for assistance.