Exercise Physiologist - Cardiopulmonary Rehab - St. Rita's Medical Center

Mercy Health BSMH • Bath Township, OH

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About The Position

Mercy Health is a faith-based, patient-focused organization committed to enhancing the health and well-being of people through compassionate, collaborative, excellent, and respectful care. The Exercise Physiologist II works with the cardiopulmonary team at St. Rita's Medical Center to develop, implement, and evaluate the exercise component of the program. The role reviews patient histories, presents lectures, creates exercise prescriptions, monitors patient responses to therapy, and recommends changes or modifications based on assessments. The Exercise Physiologist also serves as a preceptor to new team members and a site supervisor for the Clinic Student University Internship program.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology.
• BLS Basic Life Support and ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support; certification is preferred at hire and must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care. ACLS or PALS is required depending on specialty assignment.
• Skills in critical thinking, effective communication, active listening, collaboration, patient care, and physiologic data acquisition.

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology.
• At least 2 years of previous experience in adult fitness and/or cardiac rehabilitation programs.
• Clinical specialty certification from an accredited organization, such as ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) or ASEP (American Society of Exercise Physiologists).
• BLS and ACLS or PALS certification at hire.

Responsibilities

• Review medical, nursing intake, and exercise histories, including exercise tolerance test information, before goal-setting sessions; become familiar with patient profiles, with particular attention to musculoskeletal function and cardiovascular history.
• Calculate target heart-rate range and risk-stratification class when appropriate before the six-minute walk test.
• Educate patients on self-monitoring target heart rate and rate of perceived exertion.
• Write clinic exercise prescriptions based on test results.
• Document patient responses to exercise, heart rate, ECG rhythm, and any signs or symptoms.
• Perform and document six-minute walk tests or submaximal exercise tolerance tests during initial evaluations and at discharge.
• Provide patients with guidelines for exercise at home.
• Document the Individualized Treatment Plan every 30 days, including reassessment of exercise goals, response to exercise, discharge planning, and ongoing patient education.
• Serve as a preceptor to new team members.
• Act as site supervisor for the Clinic Student University Internship program.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions when eligible.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage; HSA/FSA options; life insurance; mental health resources; and discounts.
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, and backup care for children and elders.
• Tuition assistance, professional development, and continuing education support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level