Exercise Physiologist

Oklahoma Heart Hospital•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

ONE TEAM. ALL HEART. At OHH, we believe that patient care is truly at the heart of everything we do. Our dedicated team members are involved in every step of our patients’ journeys, bringing hope, compassion, and healing to both patients and their families. Together with our physicians and caregivers, we’re shaping the future of heart care in Oklahoma by serving the state and leading the nation. The OHH Exercise Physiologist is under the general supervision of the Cardiac Rehabilitation Manager, collaborates with Cardiac Rehab clinicians to prescribe exercise according to ACE/AACVPR/ACSM. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values and OHH standards. Conducts sub maximal fitness assessments and prescribes individualized exercise program for all types of healthy as well as at risk adult clients. Must be knowledgeable with the ACSM/ACE guidelines. Re-evaluates, assists and encourages members to facilitate compliance with prescribe program. Maintains safe and organized facility to include identification and correction of potential injuries or problems. No supervisory responsibility. Provides expert knowledge for prescribing exercise to health and at risk adults and for wellness program. Must demonstrate initiative and responsibility for completing tasks. Direct contact includes Cardiac Rehab patients, and fitness center members. Handles confidential client records. Responsibilities are generally covered by standard practice instructions, operating directives or established procedures. Will perform all work with accord to the mission, vision and values of OHH. Every team member at OHH plays an integral role in our patients’ experience. They are the reason OHH continues to serve the state and lead the nation. Be part of the future of cardiac care. Learn more about diversity at Oklahoma Heart Hospital. As part of our team, you are empowered to work collaboratively with our physicians and other caregivers, and play an integral role in setting the standard for excellence in patient care. Every team member at OHH plays an integral role in our patients’ experience. They are the reason OHH continues to serve the state and lead the nation. Be part of the future of cardiac care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in sports fitness or any exercise related program degree required.
Current BLS certification required at the time of hire.
Minimum of one (1) year of continuous experience in a telemetry or related cardiac type setting preferred.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree Preferred.
Professional Certification Preferred.

Responsibilities

Collaborates with Cardiac Rehab clinicians to prescribe exercise according to ACE/AACVPR/ACSM.
Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values and OHH standards.
Conducts sub maximal fitness assessments and prescribes individualized exercise program for all types of healthy as well as at risk adult clients.
Must be knowledgeable with the ACSM/ACE guidelines.
Re-evaluates, assists and encourages members to facilitate compliance with prescribe program.
Maintains safe and organized facility to include identification and correction of potential injuries or problems.
Provides expert knowledge for prescribing exercise to health and at risk adults and for wellness program.
Must demonstrate initiative and responsibility for completing tasks.
Handles confidential client records.
Will perform all work with accord to the mission, vision and values of OHH.