Exercise Physiologist II

Sutter Health•Davis, CA

24d

About The Position

Responsible for assessing the safety of patients participating in therapeutic exercise and monitoring appropriate use of equipment. Works with healthcare professionals to develop exercise programs tailored to patients’ special health needs and designs personal exercise programs. Independently works with cardiac rehabilitation class participants, monitors their vital signs to ensure their responses to exercise are appropriate, and is prepared to provide medical intervention if needed. Communicates effectively with healthcare professionals through the electronic medical record. This is a per diem/casual, non-exempt position at Sutter Davis Hospital. The schedule is day shift, with 8-hour shifts on variable days and rotating weekend requirements. Weekly hours are listed as 0. The pay range is $43.15 to $60.40 per hour; compensation may vary by geographic location and factors including experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in exercise physiology or a related field.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider certification.
Two years of recent relevant experience.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics.
In-depth knowledge of exercise testing, exercise equipment, and quality control.
Critical-thinking skills, decisive judgment, and ability to work with minimal supervision.
Ability to perform multiple tasks, prioritize independently, and follow through in a timely manner.
Ability to design, implement, and supervise individualized exercise prescriptions for people with chronic disease and disabling conditions.
Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

Responsibilities

Assess patient safety during therapeutic exercise.
Monitor appropriate use of exercise equipment.
Work with healthcare professionals to design exercise programs that meet patients’ special health needs.
Design personal exercise programs for patients.
Independently work with cardiac rehabilitation class participants.
Monitor patients’ vital signs and ensure their responses to exercise are appropriate.
Be prepared to provide medical intervention when needed.
Communicate with healthcare professionals through the electronic medical record.