Exercise Physiologist

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Job Summary Demonstrates advanced knowledge pertaining to the design, evaluation, and standards of exercise programs for who patients who qualify or are undergoing cardiac rehabilitation. Functions as an essential ember of a multidisciplinary team directing, coordinating, and providing special expertise to staff, patients, and families participating in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and other Exercise Programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology required or Bachelor's Degree Kinesiology required
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
experience working in an acute care hospital/cardiac rehabilitation program 2-3 years preferred
Skillfully utilize and maintain specialized equipment, devices and computer program.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG and reports any abnormal values to RN.
Strong customer service mindset.
Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.
Ability to work independently with only general supervision.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree Exercise Physiology preferred

Responsibilities

Conduct stress tests, using electrocardiograph (EKG) machines.
Recommend methods to increase lifestyle physical activity.
Explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.
Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
Advises patients about nutrition and ongoing exercise regimens may teach classes and conduct research.
Thoroughly and legibly documents in chart to be reviewed by provider
Follows hospital and department procedures and policies.