Exercise Physiologist
Overview:
To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.
Evaluate, supervise and monitor clients during exercise rehabilitation. Evaluate profiles /intakes and recommends program through Cardiac Rehabilitation services. Develop exercise prescriptions in consultation with Supervising Provider and render exercise programs upon providers referral for apparently healthy and diseased populations.Questions, concerns, and medical decisions regarding treatment must be discussed with HVC nurse/physician clinician, Manager and/or medical advisor. Follow up, document and maintain participants needs. This job may require practice outside the hospital campus, such as Health Fairs etc.
and own transportation may be utilized
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities:
- 1. Responsibilities may include: Initial evaluation and reassessments of clients, care plan development and revisions for clients in cardiac rehabilitation setting. Provide instruction and demonstrate proper exercises as well as Supervision of clients before, during and after exercise sessions. Conducts patient monitoring, escalating concerns to RN/ provider. Educates participants regarding all aspects of exercise (including home exercise.) Documents initial and daily assessment data into patients record and procedure manual. Performs appropriate documentation for individual programs.
- 2. Provides educational programs for participants in area of expertise. Participates in research, in-service education classes, student/intern education and other activities, as directed.
- 3. Maintains professional knowledge base by professional organization membership and regular attendance at in-service programs, workshops, symposia and university classes
Qualifications:
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology . Masters preferred
EXPERIENCE
Prior experience as an exercise specialist required, preferably in a cardiac rehabilitation or pulmonary rehabilitation program
LICENSURE
BLS needed, certification by ACSM or AACVPR will be encouraged
SPECIAL SKILLS
Excellent interpersonal skills, public speaking skills and the ability to practice independently. Computer skills including Epic and Outlook
PHYSICAL DEMAND
Moderate physical effort with some bending, stooping, stretching and lifting, standing and walking most of the day.
Additional Information:
Bachelors of Science in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology. Prior experience in cardiac rehab, pulmonary rehab or physical therapy preferred. BLS required. Exceptional communication skills both interpersonal and computer required. Knowledge of EPIC or EMR preferred. EKG experience preferred