Exercise Physiologist

Hospital for Special Surgery•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless... Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise. Emp Status Regular Full time Work Shift Day (United States of America) What you will be doing JOB DESCRIPTION Title: Advanced Practitioner Exercise Physiology Job Summary Provides general and sport specific exercise training and fitness testing services for clients across the spectrum of age, fitness level, and medical and orthopedic conditions. Evaluates clients and determines and provides customized and appropriate exercise prescription and sports specific fitness testing services as applicable. Works collaboratively with team members to ensure appropriate client programs. Participates in community outreach initiatives and presents professional education. Assists with the oversight of Performance team, including coordination of services, program development, educational activities, marketing and media relations. Provides effective clinical education for staff and students.

Requirements

Bachelors in Exercise Physiology or related field
Certifications from the ACSM (ACSM-EP preferred), NASM, ACE, or NSCA
2 years experience
Continuously stand/walk or lift/handle/carry material or equipment of moderate weight (20 to 50 lbs).
Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials.
A Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology or related field
NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist or ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Certification-CEP Clinical Exercise Physiologist; Adult BCLS for the Professional Rescuer

Nice To Haves

Masters in Exercise Physiology or related field
4 years experience
Performance metabolic testing skills and experience with athletes experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plans and implements exercise program as individualized for each client demonstrating competence in section specific techniques, as applicable.
Organizes work for maximum efficiency.
Maintains productivity per department expectations.
Takes ownership of daily schedule to maintain effective patient treatment flow.
Coordinates schedule with others as needed.
Maintains and develops competence through required in-service and continuing educational programs.
Maintains CE credits as per professional affiliations.
Participates in education of staff, community, and healthcare professionals (i.e. in-services and community/professional education).
Documents progress patient has made toward desirable outcomes per departmental policies and guidelines.
Is flexible with handling changes in the Section as they arise and accommodates unexpected or unplanned changes.
Works with marketing and public relations to promote the Performance team initiatives through educational activities, public appearances/presentations, development of marketing materials, internet links, correspondence and liaison with organizations, individuals and media groups in a position to promote Sports Performance services.
Designs and conducts general and sport-specific fitness assessments consistent with client's abilities.
Develops and implements personalized training programs based on results of fitness assessment and consistent with ACSM or NSCA guidelines
Composes comprehensive reports of results of fitness assessments and home exercise programs, and reviews information with client to ensure understanding.
Documents in accordance with departmental and regulatory requirement standards; accurately bills in a timely manner.
Provides guidance to EP staff with managing patient caseload (scheduling conflicts, challenging patients, documentation)
Assists with daily operations of the team
Build relationships to expand referral network, internally
Effective clinical instructor for staff, interns, volunteers, techs, coops
Competent in specialized testing or programmatic offering.