Associate Clinical Exercise Physiologist

UPMC•Cranberry Township, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Clinical Exercise Physiologist works primarily in outpatient settings. Implements treatment plans including progressive ambulation, exercise equipment orientation and training, education on disease states, smoking cessation, recovery and risk factor modifications. Evaluates patient progress while implementing plan to improve functional capacity. Documents exercise session details, response and progression and educate according to established plan. At some sites provides orientation, oversight, and completion of necessary paper work for participants in the Employee Wellness Program.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or related field.
Knowledge of cardiovascular disease processes, exercise physiology principles, and risk factor modification.
Ability to monitor patients during exercise, recognize changes in patient status, and respond appropriately.
Strong patient education and communication skills.
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team
BLS certification required
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
Act 34

Nice To Haves

Experience with cardiac rehabilitation, exercise testing, or clinical exercise prescription preferred.
ACLS certification preferred or obtained within designated timeframe.
Active membership in professional organization(s) and recent experience in Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehabilitation preferred.
One of the following three certifications is also PREFERRED: Active membership and American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification OR (b) American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) OR (c) American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional Certification (CCRP).

Responsibilities

Participates in the Co-Worker Feedback program if asked
Completes annual competencies as required by department
Provides adequate orientation, oversight, and assures completion of necessary paper work for participants in the Employee Wellness Program
Prepares for and responds to emergencies in a manner consistent with department guidelines
Promotes effective communication and demonstrates cooperation and teamwork within the department, the hospital and with other health care professionals.
Upon request by Manager, assists with staff development, special projects and community programs
Conducts, organizes and participates in meetings, in-services and continuing education
Implementation of individualized patient treatment plan established by a CPRS or Sr. CPRS and monitoring of patient progress.
Develops inpatient discharge plans.
Utilizes clinical support staff in a manner that both verbally and non-verbally promotes respect, confidence and a team atmosphere.
Modification and documentation of treatment with accuracy and with respect to patient's age and medical history.