Exercise Physiologist

OSF HealthCare•Dixon, IL

12h

About The Position

Provides medically prescribed exercise therapy for patients with multiple system disease states. Assesses patients' clinical status and follows guidelines provided by ACSM and AACVPR. Interprets exercise program data and directs patient activity and exercise through ongoing monitoring and evaluation of clinical status, including heart rate and rhythm, blood pressure, blood sugar, peripheral capillary oxygen saturation, and/or rated perceived exertion. Recommends exercise and activity progression and maintains ongoing communication with cardiac rehabilitation team members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Health Science, Kinesiology, or Sports Medicine.
BLS certification.
ACLS certification; completion is required within the first 6 months.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
EKG interpretation skills; completion of EKG Interpretation training through OSF is required within the first 6 months.

Nice To Haves

M.S. in Exercise Physiology or Health Science.
One year of experience as an Exercise Physiologist in a cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation setting.
Experience with cardiac and pulmonary patient management.

Responsibilities

Provide medically prescribed exercise therapy for patients with multiple system disease states.
Assess patients' clinical status and apply ACSM and AACVPR guidelines.
Interpret patients' exercise program data and direct their activity and exercise.
Monitor and evaluate patient clinical status, including heart rate and rhythm, blood pressure, blood sugar, peripheral capillary oxygen saturation, and/or rated perceived exertion.
Recommend exercise and activity progression.
Maintain ongoing communication with cardiac rehabilitation team members.