Exercise Physiologist

Jefferson Healthcare • Port Townsend, WA

5d • $29 - $45

About The Position

Jefferson Healthcare is seeking a motivated Exercise Physiologist to join its Cardiac Rehab Team. The role prescribes exercise for patients, monitors vital signs and telemetry during exercise sessions, operates the monitoring system, documents participants’ responses to exercise, and provides strength training. The Exercise Physiologist reports notable changes in participants’ conditions, participates in appropriate interventions, and prepares correspondence to referring physicians when appropriate.

The position involves case management of rehabilitation patients, including intake, referrals, and all Phase 1 rehabilitation care components. The Exercise Physiologist applies knowledge of cardiac anatomy and biomechanics, pathophysiology, risk-factor modification, health appraisals, fitness testing, exercise programming, nutrition, and weight management for cardiac and pulmonary patient populations. The role requires self-direction with minimal supervision, teamwork toward patient-care and organizational goals, and alignment of department activities and outcomes with the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic plan.

This is a 1.0 FTE position working 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, on 8-hour day shifts. The position remains open until filled.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Science from an approved school of Exercise Physiology and Training, or a Bachelor of Kinesiology and Exercise Science with ACE certification in group exercise.
• BLS certification.
• Must remain current in the relevant knowledge base, certifications, and licenses, and meet hospital-mandated education requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Additional courses related to Cardiac Rehabilitation are preferred.
• Two years of experience as an Exercise Physiologist in a Cardiac Rehab program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prescribe appropriate exercise for all patient populations.
• Monitor patients’ vital signs and telemetry during exercise sessions.
• Operate the monitoring system and document rehabilitation participants’ responses to exercise.
• Provide strength training and report notable changes in participants’ conditions.
• Participate in appropriate patient interventions.
• Prepare correspondence to referring physicians when appropriate.
• Manage rehabilitation patients, including intake, referrals, and all Phase 1 rehabilitation care components.
• Work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate as a team member to achieve patient-care, departmental, and organizational goals.
• Maintain knowledge of relevant cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation topics and keep required certifications and licenses current.
• Ensure department activities and outcomes align with the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision, and values.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement benefits, including a 5% employer contribution to the retirement account.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Low insurance premiums for individuals and families.
• Hands-on training and opportunities for advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time