Exercise Physiologist - Carolinas Medical Center STICU, Full-Time
About The Position
The Surgical Trauma Intensive Care Unit (STICU) at Carolinas Medical Center (CMC) in Charlotte, NC is a 29‑bed, high‑acuity unit serving patients recovering from complex surgeries and life‑threatening injuries. As part of the region’s only Level I Trauma Center, the STICU provides advanced care for trauma, acute and emergent general surgery, surgical oncology, liver transplant, and other critically ill populations. For an Exercise Physiologist , this fast‑paced medical center environment offers a unique opportunity to work alongside an interdisciplinary care team supporting patients with complex cardiopulmonary and physiological needs—playing a key role in early mobility, functional recovery, and the transition from critical illness to rehabilitation. Job Description: 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
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a Health/Fitness field required; prefer Exercise Physiology degree.
- 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.
- Personal Protective Equipment such as gloves, goggles, gowns and masks are sometimes required due to possible exposure to hazardous chemicals or blood and body fluids
Nice To Haves
- 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
- 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
- Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
- 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
- Benefits and more 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
