Exercise Physiologist -Patient Wellness Center (Flexible Scheduling Options for Per-Diem Positions)

Glens Falls Hospital • Queensbury, NY

4d • $23 - $41 • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team and further your career with a group of forward-thinking and supportive team members in an organization that values work-life balance and career growth. The outpatient rehab team plans a critical role in the health care continuum by providing therapy to a wide variety of patients across 3 counties to allow them to return to home, work and leisure activities Team Impact As an exercise physiologist, you will work synergistically with a team of clinicians and community providers. Together, these team members work to create a supportive work environment through implementing cohesive strategies to provide high quality care that meets the needs of a varied patient population. As a large regional outpatient center, you will have the opportunity to be valued and grow clinically as we have collaborative programs for Alzheimer's, oncology, orthopedics, neurology, and cardiology. The outpatient team also offers aquatic therapy to our patients with a state-of-the-art Hydroworx pool. Our Mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.

Requirements

• Bachelor degree from an accredited school with a Major in Health Science, one of the following: Exercise Science,
• Associates degree or higher from an accredited school with a Major in Health Science for one of the following: Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Kinesiology
• NYS Drivers License
• Current CPR
• Demonstrates a passion for the profession and seeks opportunities to improve skills and abilities
• Recognizes and respects individual differences in others and fosters a positive work environment for patients and coworkers
• Works collaboratively with others to reach a common goal and values the importance of teamwork
• Accepts and is open minded to new approaches and changes
• Able to problem solve independently and is innovative in creating solutions
• Promotes a culture of appreciation and recognition for the contribution of others
• Responds and acts appropriately to confrontational situations
• Offers and receives constructive feedback
• Fluent with using a computer and familiar with basic office software

Nice To Haves

• One year recent/relevant experience in medically oriented exercise setting preferred
• ACSM-EP, ACSM-CEP or NSCA-CSPD preferred but not required

Responsibilities

• Rehabilitate, through exercise therapy, people with cardiac, pulmonary, neurologic metabolic or orthopedic conditions
• Provide fitness assessment, periodic re-evaluation to monitor progress and goal achievement and instruction in the principles of exercise and safe progression or an exercise program

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling for per diem assignment
• New graduates are encouraged to apply. Intensive orientation and training with the commitment to help you succeed clinically
• Opportunities for professional growth through cross-training, education and certification
• Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees