Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, PRN Float
About The Position
Atrium Health Cardiac Rehabilitation provides comprehensive, evidence-based programs designed to help patients recover from cardiac events and manage chronic cardiovascular conditions. As part of a multidisciplinary cardiology team, Exercise Physiologists work closely with physicians, nurses, and rehabilitation specialists to deliver individualized exercise prescription, patient education, risk factor modification, and ongoing monitoring, helping patients safely improve cardiovascular health, functional capacity, and quality of life. This position supports four Cardiac Rehab locations across the Charlotte, NC region: Cabarrus, Kenilworth, Pineville and Union.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology required
- Exercise Physiologist certified by the American College of Sports Medicine or eligible to test for the same.
- ACSM-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) is required for stress testing.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA is required.
- ACLS required within 6 months of hire date.
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
- Experience in stress testing preferred.
- One year of related experience preferred.
- Additional certifications may be required by the department.
- If performing stress tests, successful completion of the exercise physiology competencies including the use of pharmacological stress testing agents required.
Responsibilities
- Coordinates and performs exercise and/or pharmacological stress testing following the standards and guidelines of the ACSM/AHA/ACC and the current policies and procedures of Diagnostic Cardiology.
- Assess the patient for contraindications to cardiac stress testing by reviewing the latest H&P, lab results, and previous cardiac testing. Coordinates care with the ordering provider or Cardiologist.
- Explains the procedure, verifies the order, and confirms patient identity
- Assists with transferring patients on/off equipment and provides assistance with adaptive positioning to maximize safety and performance.
- Recognizes electrocardiographic changes and arrythmias pre-test, during testing, and post-test to ensure diagnostic information is obtained in a safe and controlled environment.
- Communicates abnormal results to the physician, clinical staff, operations manager or nurse manager.
- Responds to emergency situations in a professional and prompt manner.
- In coordination with related staff may also cross train.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
