Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab - Lorain Hospital (PRN)

Mercy Health • Lorain, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Exercise Physiologist II works in collaboration with the cardiopulmonary team to develop, implement, and evaluate the exercise component of the cardiac rehabilitation program. The role reviews patient histories, presents lectures, develops exercise prescriptions, monitors patient responses to therapy, and recommends changes or modifications based on assessments. The Exercise Physiologist also precepts new team members and serves as a site supervisor for the clinic student university internship program. This is a PRN, as-needed position in Cardiac Rehab at Lorain Hospital.

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: preferred at hire, but must be obtained from an approved source before direct patient care; ACLS or PALS is required based 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.
• Clinical specialty certification from an accredited organization, such as ACSM or ASEP.
• At least 2 years of previous experience in adult fitness and/or cardiac rehabilitation programs.
• BLS and ACLS or PALS certification at hire.

Responsibilities

• Review medical history, nursing intake, exercise history, and exercise tolerance test information before goal-setting sessions; become familiar with patient profiles, especially musculoskeletal function and cardiovascular histories.
• Calculate target heart 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 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.
• Act as site supervisor for the clinic student university internship program.
• Serve as a preceptor to new team members.
• Monitor patient responses to therapy and recommend changes or modifications based on assessment.

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. Benefits may vary by market and employment status.

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