Exercise Physiologist (PRN)

Description

PURPOSE STATEMENT

 The Exercise Physiologist is a staff member who directs the cardiac/pulmonary rehab patients' exercise regimen assigned to his/her within the scope of his/her degree. They also assist in the Stress Test Lab under the direction of the Stress Testing Registered Nurse. The staff Exercise Physiologist reports to the Nursing Director on the unit to which he/she is assigned.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates appropriate assessment and knowledge of Exercise Physiology for Cardiac/Pulmonary Care.
• Demonstrates ability to monitor the cardiac/pulmonary rehab and stress test patients.
• Effectively communicates to the nurse the extent the patients’ ability to perform needed exercise, abnormal cardiac rhythms, abnormal pulmonary functions during exercise, and other communications related to the patients’ care.
• Implements patient care according to planned exercise program to attain the patient’s optimal level of function and documents according to policy.
• Accurately record patients' exercise and effort as well as appropriate monitoring of vital signs.
• Routinely participates in Quality Improvement projects and encourages the department to continuously improve.
• Assist co-workers as needed/requested.
• Support the Medical Center’s Mission/Vision/Philosophy positively.
• Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
• Expected to serve as sitters as needed, following the successful completion of designated sitter education and training provided.
• Perform other essential duties as assigned.

Requirements

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent. 
• Graduate of accredited school with degree in Exercise Physiology. 
• Appropriate intern experience preferred. 
• This individual should be knowledgeable regarding growth and development and assessing the physical and psychological needs of patients in the following stages of life: early adulthood, middle age, and geriatrics. 
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required or obtain within 6 months of hire. 
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) ACLS required or obtain within 6 months of hire. 
• Must be self-motivated and have the ability to work within the established policies, procedures and practices prescribed by the hospital/clinic. 

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

•  Must be able to sit and stand intermittent 8 to 10 hours a day.
• Must be able to use standard office equipment, including the telephone and computer keyboard.
• Continuously works under pressure of near 100% accuracy while meeting inflexible deadlines.
• Continuously utilizes manual/bi-manual dexterity, near vision, speech, and hearing.
• Frequently stands, walks, sits and utilizes eye/hand coordination and color definition.
• Occasionally reaches above shoulder, regularly required to lift and/or carry up to 40 lbs.
• Occasionally walks on uneven surfaces.