What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exercise Physiologist position at Rivers Edge Hospital?
Position Title : Exercise PhysiologistLocation : 1900 N SUNRISE DR, USA, Saint Peter, MN, 56082Base Pay : 26.39 - 39.30 / HourDescription : DescriptionThe Exercise Physiologist will be working in the Live Well Fitness Center with both Cardiac Rehab patients and gym community members.Qualifications :
- Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology required.
- Good Communication Skills
- Must have American Heart Association (BLS)-Red Cross (CPR) - or comparable with prior approval and ACLS (American Heart Association) upon hire. Will be added to RQI and complete quarterly courses to be certified in American Heart (BLS) within first 3 months of employment.
- Must be able to analyze and interpret cardiac rhythms strips and cardiac monitoring strips
- Must demonstrate ability to take manual vital signs
- Certification as a Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP)by the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) required within 18 months from date of hire in positionPosition Summary : The Exercise Physiologist provides patient services. Assists with day-to-day clinical operations of Cardiac Rehabilitation.1) Essential Functions
- Evaluate, plan, and administer patient treatment upon referral of physician using all the techniques and modalities of Exercise Physiologist
- Provide risk factor identification and lifestyle management education and service to individuals with or at risk for cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic disease
- Interview participant to assess the appropriateness and readiness of daily exercise session
- Take pre, post, and during exercise manual blood pressures
- Analyze and interpret cardiac rhythm strips
- Monitoring participants for inappropriate responses to exercise
- Assist cardiac rehab staff with other tasks as assigned
- Educate patients in risk factors and lifestyle changes
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one, small group situations or before groups of customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
- Serves as a role model of cardiovascular health
- Desire to work within a comprehensive health care team
- Participates in continuing education programs and seminars to maintain current competency in cardiovascular care and cardiac rehabilitation related concepts
- Maintains confidential, appropriate participant records in accordance with accepted standards. i.e DNV, Medicare, HIPAA
- Review and report participant progress and problems to the hospitalist and / or the referring physicians
- Identify any emergencies or health concerns that could warrant additional medical attention and communicate with a team of providers to establish best care
- Writes initial and follow-up exercise programs for Live Well Fitness participants, following physician's recommendation, specifying equipment, for example treadmill, elliptical machine, or bike.
- Leads / Co-leads individual and group-based fitness classes (aerobic, strength, balance, flexibility, etc.)
- Participate in the development of new programs to enhance revenue
- Maintain a clean and safe exercise facility2)Physical Demands / RequirementsThe below requirements are intended to describe the general context / requirements for performing this job. It is not to be considered as an extension of statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements and does not limit the assignment of additional duties.Legend : Continually : 5.5-8 hrs / day Frequently : 2.5-5.5 hrs / day Occasionally : .5-2.5 hrs / day
- Continual ability to be mobile and stand.
- Frequent sitting, walking, crouching, stooping, twisting, turning / pivoting, keyboarding, talking / hearing in person / on phone, and repetitive hand movements.
- Occasional stationary standing, reaching overhead, grasping, pinching, lifting / carrying, pushing / pulling, and use of vision for close work / color vision.
- This position does not require repetitive lifting / carrying or pushing / pulling in excess of 30 pounds.
- Ability to perform various exercise to instruct new members or teach classes3) Relationship Management
- Treats patients and all others with courtesy and respect.
- Strives to welcome and be helpful towards any customers in contact with
- Receives no patient / family / staff dissatisfaction comments annually.
- Effectively manages relationships with co-workers.
- Confronts negative attitudes and addresses conflicts appropriately
- Adheres to the Bill of Rights and follows confidentiality policy.Requirements :
- Mas ter's degree in E xercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or similar.
- Good Communication Skills
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and ACLS (American Heart Association)
- Must be able to analyze and interpret cardiac rhythms strips and cardiac monitoring strips
- Must demonstrate ability to take manual vital signs
- CCRP certification preferred, required within one year of hirePIfc3239bf229f-29400-36957495
