Cardiac Check-In Health Coach - Contractor Only

Job Title: Cardiac Check-In Health Coach

Classification: Part Time/1099 Contractor

Work Structure: Fully Remote

Schedule/Shift: Mon-Fri; either 8:00am-2:30pm EST -OR- 12:00pm-6:30pm EST (30 hours per week)

Team: Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation

Reporting to: Group Coordinator/Senior Manager

Location: United States

Compensation:  $20 per 30-minute session

About Us: 

Recora was founded in 2020 by seasoned digital health entrepreneurs. In past roles, we've founded and scaled high-growth startups, run large health systems, advised government programs, built technology you use every day, and provided healthcare for millions of lives.

We're backed by leading VCs including SignalFire, Pear, GFC , 2048, Great Oaks, MGV and more. Over the last year, we've built the leading virtual cardiac recovery and management platform for members with cardiac conditions. For every member we serve, we add an average of five years to their lifespan.

We're growing – fast. Our member base is doubling every month and we're looking to 3x our team size quickly. This will allow us to scale nationally and accelerate product development across the continuum of heart health.

Position Overview:

The Cardiac Rehab Check In Health Coach plays a pivotal role in goal setting and providing additional support to patients enrolled in a cardiac rehabilitation program. The role focuses on helping patients navigate through the program through goal setting, progression tracking, and providing guidance on heart-healthy lifestyles, and supporting patients in managing their recovery post-cardiac event. The Health Coach will work closely with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, exercise physiologists, and dietitians to provide comprehensive care for patients in various stages of recovery.

Responsibilities:

1. Patient Assessment and Monitoring:
• Perform comprehensive health assessments of cardiac rehab patients, including physical fitness, medical history, lifestyle habits, and psychological wellbeing.
• Monitor patients' progress and adjust rehabilitation plans as needed, tracking metrics such as exercise tolerance, heart rate, and blood pressure.
2. Personalized Care Planning:
• Provide education on cardiovascular health, nutrition, and stress management, promoting heart-healthy behaviors.
3. Behavioral Coaching:
• Offer motivation and emotional support to patients, addressing any concerns or barriers to following their rehabilitation plan.
• Utilize cognitive-behavioral strategies to help patients overcome challenges, such as anxiety, depression, or lack of motivation.
• Identify and address barriers that would hinder program completion.
4. Education and Counseling:
• Provide counseling on lifestyle modifications, including smoking cessation, dietary changes, stress reduction, and medication adherence.
• Promote the importance of regular attendance in the program
• Sign patients up for group education classes.
• Identify barriers to group education participation. 

1. Collaborative Care:

• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including cardiologists, nurses, physical therapists, and dietitians, to ensure comprehensive care for each patient.
• Provide regular updates on patient progress and challenges to the healthcare team.

1. Data Collection and Documentation:
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, progress, and communication.
• Record relevant data for tracking and reporting on program outcomes, patient goals, and adherence to the rehab plan.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Education:
  Bachelor's or Master's degree in Health, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
• Certifications:.
• CPR and First Aid certification.
• Experience:
• Experience working in a clinical or rehabilitation setting, ideally with cardiac patients.
• Background in fitness, health coaching, or exercise physiology is highly desirable.
• Skills:
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex medical information in an understandable way.
• Knowledge of cardiovascular disease management, exercise prescription, and behavior change techniques.
• Empathy and patience for patients with varying physical and emotional challenges.
• Other Qualities:
• Motivational and goal-oriented approach to patient care.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

*Note: This is a 1099 contractor position