Exercise Physiologist - Full Time Day Shift - Henry Ford Ascension Providence - Southfield

Henry Ford Hospital • Southfield, MI

24d

About The Position

Implements and supervises physical exercise programs for patients.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association
• Bachelor's degree required.

Nice To Haves

• Exercise Physiologist credentialed from the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) preferred.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Stress testing experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides patient testing and assessment before and after rehabilitation.
• Plans and teaches exercise therapy for patients utilizing test data, patient status and current medication regimen. Monitors patient's response and revises plan accordingly.
• Recognizes contraindications and abnormal patient responses to exercise. Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professionals.
• Provides exercise information for patients, peers and the community which may include public speaking and education classes.
• Ensures department equipment is properly maintained, calibrated and functioning correctly. Prepares develops and maintains various files, records, reports; schedules patient appointments as required.
• Provides oversight to department activities in the absence of the manager.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees