Exercise Physiologist

Ascension • Belle Meade, TN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Implement and supervise physical exercise programs for patients.
Provide patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
Plan and teach exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen.
Monitor patient's response and revise plan accordingly.
Recognize contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise.
Respond appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals.
Provide exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes.
Ensure department equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and functioning correctly.
Prepare, develop and maintain various files, records, reports; schedule patient appointments as required.
Provide oversight to department activities in the absence of the manager.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Bachelor's degree required.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implement and supervise physical exercise programs for patients.
• Provide patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
• Plan and teach exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen.
• Monitor patient's response and revise plan accordingly.
• Recognize contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise.
• Respond appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals.
• Provide exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes.
• Ensure department equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and functioning correctly.
• Prepare, develop and maintain various files, records, reports; schedule patient appointments as required.
• Provide oversight to department activities in the absence of the manager.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
• >Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level