Certified Exercise Physiologist - Cardiopulmonary, 0.8 FTE, Day Shift

Island Health Careers • Anacortes, WA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Island Health is searching for an experienced Exercise Physiologist for our per diem shift at our hospital in Anacortes, WA. This role involves developing, implementing, and coordinating exercise programs for patients, monitoring their vital signs, and teaching behavior modifications to promote physical fitness and well-being. The position requires a strong understanding of exercise physiology, clinical experience, and the ability to work effectively in a healthcare environment.

Requirements

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Sports Medicine, or other related field required or completed within 2 years of hire
• ACSM, CEP, or RCEP certification required within 6 months of hire
• Minimum of one-year clinical experience in the field of exercise physiology

Nice To Haves

• Clinical experience in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and coordinates exercise programs and monitors vital signs of patients to promote physical fitness.
• Demonstrates correct use of exercise equipment and exercise routines.
• Conducts individual and group aerobic, strength and flexibility exercises.
• Teaches behavior modifications such as stress management, weight control, nutrition, medications and other related subjects.
• Coordinates, schedules, and performs patient evaluations, walk tests, Zio Patches, and program intakes in the absence of scheduler/coordinator.
• Identifies emergent situations and is able to perform in a calm and professional manner during the emergency situation.
• Ensures inventory of materials and supplies; retrieves supplies when necessary.
• Monitors the progress of individual patients in their performance of prescribed exercise regimes to include motivation and assessment of patient’s tolerance of exercise program.
• Documents relevant information on patients in progress note or daily exercise session in chart.
• Researches and develops new programs for at risk populations.
• Provides staff development and training in exercise testing technology and physiology.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Extended Illness Benefit
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Vested Retirement Contribution
• Flexible Spending Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Events

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level