What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exercise Physiologist position at Inova Health System?
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Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience.We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Exercise Physiologist Job Responsibilities:
- Develops exercise prescription and risk factor modification by incorporating comorbidity and musculoskeletal disorders, per established program (ACCVPR, ACSM, ATS, ACC, NASM) standards and guidelines, as evidenced by random chart review.
- Reviews Individual Treatment Plans.
- Develops exercise and strength training programs, patient education and behavioral health support specific to each patient to achieve optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Demonstrates proper instruction and technique for performing appropriate exercise and strength training as needed to ensure patient safety and adherence to exercise prescription, as evidenced by direct observation.
- Immediately reports significant changes in patient clinical status to appropriate members of healthcare team and assists with emergency care according to department policy, as evidenced by direct observation.
- Supports additional projects and duties as assigned.
Exercise Physiologist Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology. BLS within 6 months of start date. Must be from the AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION.
American College of Sports Medicine - Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP) required upon start for Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab Programs due at 12 at months
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support within 6 months of hire.
-Patient focused approach to patient well-being and recovery
-Ability to work on a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative innovative environment
