Allina Health

Cardiac Rehabilitation Therapist

Allina Health$68K — $93K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science/Kinesiology, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy required.
  • Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, Nursing, or Occupational Therapy preferred.
  • 1 year of experience in cardiac rehabilitation is favored but not mandatory.
  • Licensed Registered Nurse with the MN Board of Nursing if applicable upon hire.
  • BLS and ACLS certifications needed within stipulated time frames. Certified Exercise Physiologist designation preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assess physical condition and evaluate patients for graded exercise.
  • Design and implement individualized exercise plans for assigned patients.
  • Monitor progress and adjust exercise plans as needed during sessions.
  • Conduct patient and family education on cardiovascular risk factors and appropriate activities.
  • Collaborate with physicians and healthcare professionals regarding patient care and program development.
  • Maintain and troubleshoot equipment used during rehabilitation sessions.
  • Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance options available.
  • Retirement savings plans.
  • Paid time off and holidays provided.
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education.
  • Supportive work environment with no weekend shifts.
Full Job Description

Location Address:

Date Posted:

August 19, 2026

Department:

34005036 AHMHI CV Diagnostics St Paul

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8 hour shift

Hours Per Week:

40

Union Contract:

Non-Union-NCT

Weekend Rotation:

None

Key Position Details:

  • 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period)
  • 8-hour day shifts (Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm and 8:00am-4:30pm)
  • No weekends
  • Working primarily at the AHMHI in Hudson (opening Sept. 10)
  • Training and shift coverage in St. Paul and Woodbury (mileage reimbursement eligible)

Job Description:

Implements programs to modify cardiovascular risk factors through exercise training, multidisciplinary education and counseling for individuals with known cardiac disease and for their families. Assists cardiac individuals in attaining an optimal level of physical, psychosocial and vocational functioning.

Principle Responsibilities

  • Assesses physical condition of patient and evaluate patient for graded exercise.
    • Contacts patients in a timely manner after receiving referrals.
    • Educates patient on what services are available to them.
    • Documents heart/lung sounds, musculoskeletal problems or concerns and status of incision site.
    • Reviews medical history to assess problems with beginning physical activity.
  • Designs and implements individualized exercise or activity plans for each assigned patient.
    • Identifies learning needs of each patient.
    • Reports progress on the patient care plan.
    • Instructs the patient and family on appropriate home exercises/activities.
  • Monitors progress during exercise sessions.
    • Analyzes and interprets clinical signs and symptoms along with exercise EKG strips during the sessions.
    • Adjusts the exercise plan accordingly
    • Follows correct procedures in an emergency situation.
  • Patient Education.
    • Assesses patient’s family’s knowledge concerning cardiovascular risk factors.
    • Develops and implements, in collaboration with clients and individual, realistic education plan.
    • Conducts classes on heart disease and risk factor modification.
    • Develops and utilizes cardiac rehab educational materials.
  • Consults/collaborates with physicians and other health professionals regarding patient care, cardiac rehab education and program development.
    • Communicates with patient’s physician and/or other health care professional as needs dictate.
    • Participates in meetings with medical director for patient care and quality improvement initiatives.
    • Maintains department statistics and reports.
    • Develops ongoing programs to deliver cardiac rehabilitation services.
  • Maintain equipment.
    • May set up equipment for each procedure.
    • May train and provide in-servicing on all outreach accounts on equipment used, including downloading techniques.
    • May trouble shoot outreach accounts equipment or connectivity issues.
  • Other duties as assigned.


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science/Kinesiology, Nursing or Occupational Therapy


Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, Nursing or Occupational Therapy
  • 1 year in cardiac rehab


Licenses/Certifications

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - MN Board of Nursing required if registered nurse upon hire
  • Abbott Northwestern Hospital:

    Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
    ◦ BLS certification from the American Heart Association
    ◦ BLS certification from the American Red Cross
    ◦ Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire)
  • All other locations:

    Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below:
    ◦ Current ACLS certification from the American Heart Association
    ◦ Current ALS certification from the American Red Cross
    ◦ Allina in-house ACLS training (within 60 days)
  • Certified Exercise Physiologist preferred


Physical Demands

  • Medium Work*:
  • Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently

Pay Range

Pay Range: $32.92 to $45.12 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hiring pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary

About Allina Health

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health care system headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States. Allina Health provides care throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin through its 12 hospitals, 50+ clinics, and specialty care centers.
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