Exercise Physiologist - Inpatient Rehab, Carolinas Rehab

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Exercise physiologists work as part of an interdisciplinary team to help patients improve functional mobility, endurance, and overall wellness in a supportive, patient-centered environment focused on restoring quality of life. This role is within Carolinas Rehabilitation Charlotte Inpatient Rehabilitation, a leading rehabilitation program providing specialized care for patients recovering from complex conditions including stroke, brain and spinal cord injuries, amputation, and other life-altering illnesses.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Health/Fitness field required.
Exercise Specialist certified by the American College of Sports Medicine or eligible to test for the same.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS HCP) from AHA required.
Experience in exercise assessment and programming for healthy and diseased populations, group and individual instruction, exercise prescription, and counseling on healthy lifestyles.
Hearing (corrected) adequate for oral/aural communication with patients, staff, family, visitors, etc.
Vision (corrected) adequate for reading.
Intelligible speech and adequate language/cognitive skills to perform job duties.
Must be able to push patients in a wheelchair or stretcher.
Must be able to transfer patients.
Must be able to demonstrate any appropriate exercise and activities to patients/caregivers.
Required personal protective equipment eye protection, face protection, gown, mask, lab coat and sterile and non-sterile gloves, shoe covers.

Nice To Haves

Prefer Exercise Physiology degree.
Master's Degree preferred.
ACSM-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) or ACSM EP-C certification preferred.
Working knowledge of medical terminology preferred.
2 years appropriate experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess, plan and direct patient mobilization and exercise programs in an inpatient setting.
Works closely with other disciplines and specialties within the department and facility as well as patients and families to assure a cohesive approach to patient care.
Develops, implements, and performs patient mobilization and exercise programs.
Assesses the patient for contraindications and readiness for mobilization and exercise by reviewing the medical record.
Coordinates care with nursing or therapy services as appropriate.
Explains the role of mobilization to patient/family, verifies the order, and confirms patient identity.
Performs mobilization of patient and aids in adaptive positioning to maximize safety and performance.
Monitors patient's performance and tolerance to mobility and exercise program.
Adjusts plan as medically indicated.
Assess and measure for appropriate durable medical equipment.
Documents daily treatment notes and patient/family education.
Notifies nursing or provider of changes in the patient's condition, performance, and response to treatment.
Communicates patient's status to nursing, clinical staff, therapy services, nurse manager, or operations manager.
Coordinate care with patient's schedule and treatment.
Responds to emergency situations in a professional and prompt manner.
In coordination with related staff may also cross train.

Benefits

Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program