Exercise Physiologist - Cardiology II - Outpatient, Atrium Health Sanger Heart & Vascular Institute, Full-Time Days

Atrium Health•Charlotte, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position supports programs in the Gragg Center for Cardiovascular Performance including research, advanced heart failure, sports medicine, and the Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Center of Excellence. Job Summary Performs and coordinates a variety of diagnostic procedures with the Cardiology service line.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology required
Exercise Physiologist 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 is required.
ACLS required within 6 months of hire date.
If performing stress tests, successful completion of the SHVI independent stress testing competencies including the use of pharmacological stress testing agents required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
ACSM-CEP (Clinical Exercise Physiologist) is preferred, required for stress testing.
Experience in stress testing preferred.
One year of related experience preferred.
Additional certifications may be required by the department.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and performs exercise and/or pharmacological stress testing following the standards and guidelines of the ACSM/AHA/ACC and the current policies and procedures of Diagnostic Cardiology.
Assess the patient for contraindications to cardiac stress testing by reviewing the latest H&P, lab results, and previous cardiac testing.
Coordinates care with the ordering provider or Cardiologist.
Explains the procedure, verifies the order, and confirms patient identity
Assists with transferring patients on/off equipment and provides assistance with adaptive positioning to maximize safety and performance.
Recognizes electrocardiographic changes and arrythmias pre-test, during testing, and post-test to ensure diagnostic information is obtained in a safe and controlled environment.
Communicates abnormal results to the physician, clinical staff, operations manager or nurse manager.
Responds to emergency situations in a professional and prompt manner.
In coordination with related staff may also cross train.
Complies with the requirements for advancement, maintenance, approved certification, and education as outlined in Cardiology Exercise Physiologist Career Advancement Program.