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Summary This position is located at the Cass Lake Service Unit in Cass Lake, MN in the Rehab Services Unit. Incumbent assesses, plans, implements and evaluates delivery of cardiac rehabilitation services to patients referred to the program. Further contributes to cardiac rehabilitation and the hospital through support of philosophy and objective educational efforts and research efforts. Also involved in the ongoing development of cardiac rehabilitation as well as wellness programs. Responsibilities Monitor and assess each patient's response to exercise including electrocardiography (EKG), blood pressure, heart rate, rating of perceived exertion (RPE), appearance and progress or end treatment accordingly. Monitors participants and reports any inappropriate responses to exercise; terminates exercise as needed demonstrating regard for patient safety. Evaluates patient progress toward short and long-range goals of treatment program. Report to referring physicians (primary provider and/or cardiologist) concerning each patient's progress with treatment and any adverse reactions. Communicates with nursing staff as needed. Educate patient and family on the health-related aspects of improving cardiovascular health and issues involved with deconditioning. Managing medical concerns (Hypo/Hypertension, Hypo/Hyperglycemia, O2, Dysrhythmias). Develops comprehensive exercise treatment programs for Phase II cardiac rehabilitation with progression to independent home exercise/fitness center program use to promote long term cardiovascular health on discharge. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must pass pre-employment examination. Selectee may be subject to a probationary period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630, requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement, the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes. IHS Selectees that will work in an IHS health care facility may be subject to Employee Health Policies related to Measles and Rubella, COVID-19, and seasonal influenza immunizations. Vaccine exemption requests may be available according to the National and/or Service Unit guidance. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation: If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation. Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position. The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work. If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work; or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process. Qualifications To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Individual Occupational Requirements All applicants must meet the following education and certification requirements: Education Bachelor's or graduate/higher level degree in kinesiotherapy, physical education, physical therapy, exercise science or sports medicine. This education must have been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or a professional accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education at the time the degree was obtained. In addition, to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Educating patients on nutritional health, diabetic, and tobacco cessation, and diseases related to cardiovascular health. Promoting a healthy lifestyle to patients and cardiovascular health. Health coaching and lifestyle management with patients. Creating exercise treatment programs for patients. Experience in using EKG machines, dopplers, blood pressure monitors, vital machines. Knowledge of AEDs and CPR OR 3 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Education This position has an education requirement. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/. Additional Information Per IHS policy, vaccination against COVID-19 is highly recommended for IHS selectees to positions located in Federally operated hospitals, health centers, and clinics. Additional selection(s) of candidates may be possible within 240 days from the date the certificate of eligibles was issued for this announcement. Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. IHS may offer newly-appointed Federal employees credit for their directly related previous non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. This position is covered by a Bargaining Unit. Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized. At least a 6 month service agreement will be required. The Indian Health Service (IHS), National Health Service Corps (NHSC), and the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) have student loan repayment programs for qualifying health disciplines. This is a competitive process separate from the hiring process. Opportunities for LRP are based on agency hiring priorities and availability of funds. For additional information please visit: For IHS - https://www.ihs.gov/loanrepayment/ For NHSC - https://nhsc.hrsa.gov/loanrepayment/