Exercise Physiologist II - Cardiology
About The Position
Atrium Health Cardiology Outpatient Services provides cardiovascular care through specialty clinics focused on prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of heart and vascular conditions. As part of a multidisciplinary team, the Exercise Physiologist supports patients through cardiac rehabilitation, exercise testing, education, and individualized exercise prescriptions to improve cardiovascular health, functional capacity, and quality of life. This position supports clinic locations in Mooresville, Cornelius, Gastonia, and Lincolnton. The role performs and coordinates diagnostic procedures with the Cardiology service line, including exercise and pharmacological stress testing. The position is full time, 40 hours per week, with a varying schedule. The listed pay range is $25.30–$37.95 per hour.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology.
- Exercise Physiologist certification from the American College of Sports Medicine, or eligibility to test for it.
- ACSM-CEP certification is required for stress testing.
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from the AHA.
- ACLS certification within six months of hire.
- If performing stress tests, successful completion of SHVI independent stress testing competencies, including use of pharmacological stress testing agents.
- Additional certifications may be required by the department.
- Ability to meet the role’s physical requirements, including patient transfers and lifting requirements.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology.
- ACSM-CEP certification, except where required for stress testing.
- Experience in stress testing.
- One year of related experience.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and perform exercise and/or pharmacological stress testing in accordance with ACSM/AHA/ACC standards and Diagnostic Cardiology policies and procedures.
- Assess patients for contraindications to cardiac stress testing by reviewing the latest history and physical, lab results, and previous cardiac testing.
- Coordinate care with the ordering provider or Cardiologist.
- Explain procedures, verify orders, and confirm patient identity.
- Assist patients with transfers on and off equipment and adaptive positioning to support safety and performance.
- Recognize electrocardiographic changes and arrhythmias before, during, and after testing to ensure diagnostic information is obtained safely.
- Communicate abnormal results to the physician, clinical staff, operations manager, or nurse manager.
- Respond promptly and professionally to emergency situations.
- Cross-train with related staff as needed.
- Demonstrate appropriate exercises and activities to patients and caregivers.
- Comply with the requirements for advancement, maintenance, approved certification, and education in the Cardiology Exercise Physiologist Career Advancement Program.
Benefits
- Paid time off programs.
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
- Adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
- Educational Assistance Program.
- Premium pay, including shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate’s job.
- Incentive pay for select positions.
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
- Career development programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
