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

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

We are focused on creating an inclusive workplace so everyone can see themselves as part of our care team. Our care teams are as diverse as the communities we serve and proud to be contributing to the mission of a leading health care organization. Our pioneering approach to well-being helps every member of our care team feel a deep sense of connection and joy in their work.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental
• PTO/Time Away
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Life Insurance
• Short-term/Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)
• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable
• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.