Exercise Physiologist- Cardiac Rehab
About The Position
Sentara Martha Jefferson is hiring an Exercise Physiologist for a Full Time Day shift in Charlottesville, VA! No nights or weekends. Operating Hours: 630a-530PM Monday to Friday. Schedule is somewhat flexible but four nine-hour shifts preferred. Assists in coordinating and implementing all phases of education and exercise therapy programs for the rehabilitation of persons with cardiovascular and pulmonary disease. Assists in collection of data to complete the initial patient assessment, the development of an exercise plan and a plan for education about life-style modification for Phase I and II cardiac/pulmonary rehab patients. Monitors and treats patients during exercise, assisting with modification of the exercise plan and conducts patient education. Must achieve ACLS certification within one year of employment. Cardiac Rehab- Pritikin Center Sentara Martha Jefferson Health & Wellness Center supports patients who are at risk for or recovering from cardiovascular disease, lung disease and cancer, including monitored exercise and education programs to optimize health and recovery for these patients. The Sentara Health & Wellness team offers patients a comprehensive approach to managing heart disease through Pritikin Intensive Cardiac Rehab, a program that includes education and individualized exercise to support recovery and reduce risk of disease recurrence through healthy lifestyle changes. This all takes place in a safe environment where highly trained staff monitors heart function and can respond immediately to patients’ needs. This 12-person team of Exercise Physiologists, Cardiac Specialists, Respiratory therapists, and Cardiac Rehab RNs help between 70 and 100 patients per day. Sentara Martha Jefferson has under a 12.6% RN Turnover rate Patient Satisfaction scores are highest in the system at Martha Jefferson Sentara Martha Jefferson Foundation education assistance program up to $32,500 Free Parking at Sentara Martha Jefferson
Requirements
- Bachelor level degree in either Kinesiology or Exercise Science
- BLS within 90 days of hire.
- ACLS within one year of hire.
- Background in EKG/ Telemetry required
Nice To Haves
- Masters degree preferred
- Experience in cardiopulmonary or cardiac clinic preferred
- Patient Assessment and testing preferred
Responsibilities
- Assists in coordinating and implementing all phases of education and exercise therapy programs for the rehabilitation of persons with cardiovascular and pulmonary disease.
- Assists in collection of data to complete the initial patient assessment, the development of an exercise plan and a plan for education about life-style modification for Phase I and II cardiac/pulmonary rehab patients.
- Monitors and treats patients during exercise, assisting with modification of the exercise plan and conducts patient education.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision plans
- Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
- Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
- Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
- Emergency Backup Care
- Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
- Life Insurance
- 401k/403B with Employer Match
- Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
- Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
- Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
- Pet Insurance
- Legal Resources Plan
- Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
