Exercise Physiologist (EP), Cardiopulmonary Rehab - Full Time (36hrs/week), Egg Harbor Township
About The Position
The Exercise Physiologist participates in program planning, supervision, cardiac testing, and counseling for patients enrolled in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation. The role performs or supports outpatient treadmill, nuclear, pharmacologic, and stress echocardiography testing, collaborates with physicians, interprets EKGs, and establishes individualized exercise prescriptions. It also supports patients in Supervised Exercise Training for peripheral artery disease (PAD), assists with hemodynamic and physical measurements, and helps manage patient safety and emergency situations within scope of practice. The position tracks patient outcomes and contributes to reporting, analysis, performance-improvement projects, and community education. It also supports case management and treatment planning for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients, maintains exercise equipment and related manuals, and coordinates with Biomedical Engineering regarding equipment maintenance and needs.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience in a hospital or fitness setting.
- Bachelor of Science degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science from an accredited school or university.
- ACLS certification.
- Completion of an EKG course.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree, preferred in a cardiac setting.
- ACSM certification.
- Specialized training in cardiovascular disease or cardiac unit experience.
Responsibilities
- Participate in program planning, supervision, and counseling of cardiopulmonary rehabilitation patients.
- Perform or assist with outpatient treadmill, nuclear, pharmacologic, and stress echocardiography testing, as applicable.
- Collaborate with physicians to provide diagnostic testing and determine next steps or further testing.
- Interpret EKGs and objective signs and symptoms, including telemetry, and modify exercise as appropriate.
- Establish individualized exercise prescriptions and help develop treatment plans for cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation patients.
- Monitor and document patient vital signs and responses at rest, during exercise, and after exercise, including heart rate and rhythm, blood pressure, symptoms, arrhythmias, and EKG changes.
- Manage all aspects of the PAD program, including case management.
- Review charts before cardiac testing and explain examinations to patients, addressing questions and concerns.
- Recognize when a physician's order or medical attention is needed and follow established protocols, including in emergencies and when patients are in distress.
- Maintain, enter, report, and analyze patient outcome data and use it to support departmental performance-improvement projects.
- Assist with hemodynamic and physical measurements and emergency management within scope of practice.
- Maintain exercise equipment as the primary liaison with Biomedical Engineering; recommend repairs, replacements, or additional equipment.
- Maintain equipment manuals in accordance with Joint Commission (TJC) requirements.
- Advise the Program Director and professional staff on exercise physiology and cardiology matters to support a safe, effective program.
- Assist with special projects, including community education.
Benefits
- Medical and prescription insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- 403(b) plan (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave as provided under applicable state and local laws
- Short-term disability and optional long-term disability
- Colleague and dependent life insurance
- Supplemental life and AD&D insurance
- Tuition assistance
- Employee assistance program with free counseling sessions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
