Exercise Physiologist - Cardiopulmonary Rehab - PRN

Duke University•Durham, NC

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About The Position

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. About Duke University Hospital Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more. Job Duties: Meet the knowledge and skillset outlined in the core competencies for Cardiac Rehabilitation professionals guidelines based on AACVPR's guidelines. This includes, but is not limited to, patient assessment, nutritional/physical activity counseling, education on smoking cessation, and management of the following: diabetes, blood pressure, weight, lipids. Candidate will need to also be able to provide psychosocial support to patients, as they are dealing with life-changing events. Candidate should have knowledge of exercise parameters for patients with heart disease.

Requirements

Master's degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science. Bachelor's degree plus ACSM RCEP credential accepted
Level I: Minimum 1 yrs applicable experience, prefer 2
Level II: Minimum 3 yrs applicable experience (leadership experience preferred).
Level I: ACSM Clinical Certification as Exercise Physiologist or Clinical Exercise Physiologist
Level II: ACSM Clinical Certification as Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Responsibilities

Monitor vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, symptoms, and blood glucose levels, ensuring accurate documentation within Epic, Duke's electronic medical records system.
Formulate personalized exercise prescriptions tailored to clients with diverse health histories and varied goals.
Deliver expert instruction in group exercise classes
Offer individualized personal treatment plans to a diverse client base, accommodating a range of health histories and objectives.
Maintain regular communication with patients and interdisciplinary team
Ensure a secure exercise environment for clients, monitoring vital signs and collaboratively communicating care plans with the complete healthcare team.
Spearhead the planning, coordination, and implementation of exercise and related programs tailored to diverse special populations, clinical programs, and healthy demographics.
Undertake the responsibility of creating personalized exercise prescriptions, setting goals, and orchestrating exercise progression for patients at varying risk levels-low, medium, and high.
Conduct comprehensive fitness assessments for clients spanning a spectrum of health abilities.
Function as an integral team player, contributing to optimal client care and fostering mutual support within the team.