Exercise Physiologist

HCA•Austin, TX

46d

About The Position

As an Exercise Physiologist, you will be responsible for providing physical conditioning, reconditioning, risk factor reduction and education through exercise prescription, supervised exercise, and educational programs in Cardiac Rehabilitation. You will work independently and/or in conjunction with other cardiac rehabilitation team members under the direction of a registered nurse to provide an individualized program tailored to each patient's particular needs.

Requirements

Minimum education Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or Exercise Science related degree
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Current Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification - preferred
Eligibility to apply for and attain American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise Specialist certification - preferred

Nice To Haves

Current Advance Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
Eligibility to apply for and attain American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise Specialist certification

Responsibilities

Evaluate the overall health of patients, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism
Administer exercise stress tests and other evaluation tools
Develop individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance and flexibility
Reevaluate patients' progress during their medically supervised cardiac rehabilitation
Assist with setting up the exercise room, equipment and supplies
Assist with cleaning and sanitizing exercise room and equipment

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
Colleague recognition program
Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)