Exercise Physiologist - Duke Cardiology of Raleigh

Duke•Wake Forest, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Duke Health Integrated Practice is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to provide direct patient care at Duke Cardiology clinics in Raleigh and Morrisville. The role participates in assessing patients’ medical histories and current health status, identifying health risks, administering stress tests, advising on exercise equipment, and assisting with fitness programming. The position also supports cardiac monitor scheduling and correction of OnBase errors. The Exercise Physiologist conducts cardiac treadmill stress testing and other fitness assessments or non-invasive cardiac tests according to site protocols. The role includes supervising exercise sessions, supporting clinical and non-clinical program operations, maintaining the diagnostic stress lab and its equipment and supplies, and helping ensure patient comfort, safety, and regulatory compliance. The position responds appropriately to changes in patients’ symptoms and initiates first-responder care when needed. Level I requires at least one year of applicable experience, with two years preferred. Level II requires at least three years of applicable experience, with leadership experience preferred. The role requires a master’s degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science, or a bachelor’s degree plus ACSM-CEP. Level-specific certification requirements apply. The schedule is weekdays on day shifts, with no weekends or holidays.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science, or a bachelor’s degree plus ACSM-CEP.
Level I: At least one year of applicable experience; two years preferred.
Level II: At least three years of applicable experience; leadership experience preferred.
Strong 12-lead ECG interpretation skills.
Level I: ACLS required, to be obtained within six months of hire; an ACSM certification as an Exercise Physiologist, Health Fitness Instructor, Group Exercise Instructor, or Personal Trainer is required within six months of hire.
Level II: ACLS and ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification required.
High level of professionalism and knowledge of exercise programming.
Experience using Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Adobe.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Epic EMR.
Experience with GE treadmill stress testing in normal- and high-risk populations.
Experience with Vyaire/Vmax and/or another metabolic cart.
Leadership experience for Level II.

Responsibilities

Conduct cardiac treadmill stress tests independently according to study protocols, including 12-lead ECG interpretation for normal- and high-risk populations.
Schedule cardiac monitors accurately and help resolve OnBase errors; develop tip sheets for monitor errors.
Assist with oversight and daily operations of clinical and non-clinical programs.
Screen medical histories and current health status to identify major health risk factors.
Administer stress-testing procedures and counsel individuals on the use of exercise equipment.
Perform fitness assessments and non-invasive cardiac stress tests according to work-site requirements.
Supervise exercise training sessions.
Assist the manager with program compliance, benchmarking, and performance improvement.
Identify diagnostic stress lab needs; manage supplies and monitor equipment maintenance.
Assess the stress-testing environment and recommend improvements to patient comfort, safety, and regulatory compliance.
Prepare for JCAHO inspections and clean the room daily to support patient safety and readiness.
Recognize changes in symptoms or signs of problems, follow appropriate medical response processes, and initiate first-responder care.
Maintain inventory of supplies for the Cardiac Diagnostic Unit.
Stay current with certifications, attend continuing education events, review current research, and update materials as needed.
Perform other related duties incidental to the work described.