Exercise Physiologist I Cardiology

American Addiction Centers•Menomonee Falls, WI

9d•$24 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Performs and coordinates a variety of diagnostic procedures with the Cardiology service line. This role involves coordinating and performing exercise and/or pharmacological stress testing following established standards and guidelines. The Exercise Physiologist will assess patients for contraindications, explain procedures, assist with patient transfers and positioning, and recognize electrocardiographic changes. They will communicate abnormal results to physicians and clinical staff, and respond to emergencies. Cross-training with related staff may also be involved.

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.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA is required.
ACLS required within 6 months of hire date.
Must be proficient in setting peripheral IVs withing 6 months of hire
Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication with patients, staff, family, visitors, etc.
Vision (corrected) adequate for reading.
Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills to perform job duties.
Must be able to push patients in a wheelchair or stretcher.
Lifting of patients, equipment or supplies will be required up to 20 pounds frequently and 50 pounds occasionally.
Able to laterally transfer patients 100 pounds rarely.
Sitting, standing, and walking required throughout the day.
Job duties sometimes require climbing stairs, kneeling, twisting, bending; on occasion, crouching, crawling and reaching overhead.
Must be able to transfer patients.
Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
ACSM-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) is preferred, required for stress testing.
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

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
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