Exercise Physiologist

American Addiction Centers•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Exercise Physiologist will interpret physiological data from stress tests to determine individualized exercise prescriptions. They will plan and implement treatment programs based on patient evaluation, and modify exercise prescriptions based on cardiac symptomatology, signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance, or musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and/or accessory medical problems. This role involves working with physicians to determine program eligibility, progress, and timing of progression to unmonitored home programs or Phase III participation. The position also includes establishing and presenting a coordinated health education program for patients on exercise and risk factor reduction, participating in family and patient conferences, and working closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, physician assistants, and medical staff regarding patient physical status and rehabilitation programs. Additionally, the role promotes referral to the rehabilitation program by developing relationships with referral sources, places electrodes on patients for various cardiac monitors and tests, counsels patients on home activity and exercise programs, and assists in the resolution of cardiac emergencies or symptoms of exercise intolerance. The Exercise Physiologist will assist in program planning and implementation, may serve as a mentor for staff working towards certification, and acts as a hospital consultant in exercise physiology. They will participate in appropriate professional organizations for personal development and assist in monitoring outpatient cardiac rehabilitation exercise groups. The role also involves various patient positioning and transporting duties requiring lifting and pushing/pulling with proper technique. The incumbent must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including understanding the principles of growth and development over the life span and assessing data reflective of patient status to meet age-specific needs.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has decided it is not required.
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology, or Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology.
No experience required.
Must be able to make independent decisions and be able to deal with complex clinical situations as presented by many cardiac patients.
Good communication skills and effective team functioning is required.
Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders at various times in each workday.
Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
lift up to 10 lbs. from waist to overhead.
lift and carry up to 40 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
Must be able to: push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
Must be able to use hands with fine manipulation when using computer keyboard and testing equipment.
Must have functional vision, speech, and hearing.
Potential for exposure to mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards and therefore must be able to take precautions and wear protective clothing as necessary.
May be exposed to blood or body fluids and thus appropriate protective clothing must be worn as necessary (gloves, mask, etc.).

Nice To Haves

May serve as a mentor for staff working for certification by American College of Sports Medicine in Exercise Technologist or Specialist category.
Serves as a hospital consultant in area of exercise physiology.
Participates in appropriate professional organizations for personal development.

Responsibilities

Interprets physiological data from stress tests for determination of individualized exercise prescription.
Plans and implements treatment programs based upon patient evaluation.
Modifies exercise prescription based on cardiac symptomatology, signs and symptoms of exercise intolerance, or musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and/or accessory medical problems.
Works with physicians to determine program eligibility, progress, and timing of progression to unmonitored home program or Phase III participation.
Establishes and presents a coordinated health education program for patients on exercise and risk factor reduction.
Participates in family and patient conferences as necessary and works closely with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, physician assistants, and medical staff regarding patient physical status and rehabilitation program.
Promotes referral to rehabilitation program by developing a sound working relationship with referral sources - physicians and nurses.
Places electrodes on patient for various cardiac monitors and tests.
Counsels patient in home activity and exercise programs and purchase of exercise equipment.
Assists in the resolution of cardiac emergencies or symptoms of exercise intolerance.
Assists in the in-program planning and implementation.
May serve as a mentor for staff working for certification by American College of Sports Medicine in Exercise Technologist or Specialist category.
Serves as a hospital consultant in area of exercise physiology.
Participates in appropriate professional organizations for personal development.
Assists in monitoring outpatient cardiac rehabilitation exercise groups.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
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