Exercise Physiologist - Weight Treatment

OhioHealth

3d•Onsite

About The Position

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: This is a full-time (32 hours/week) position at McConnell Heart Health Center. In this position, the Exercise Physiologist evaluates client's physical functional ability, establishes and progressively revises treatment plans, treats and/or supervises treatment of client, teaches client and family, communicates with appropriate medical and rehabilitation personnel and documents the above.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree
BLS - Basic Life Support
CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
Field of Study: Exercise Physiology or related field
Years of experience: 1
Field of Study: Exercise Physiology and six months internship plus three to six months of time on the job.
Work requires a relatively high level of problem-solving skills, collecting, analyzing and interpreting data in order to solve clinical problems that require a professional level of knowledge in a specific discipline.
Work requires good communication skills (verbal/written) and active listening skills, giving directions and information, problem solving and making independent decisions, dealing with interruptions and stressful situations.
Work requires the ability to prioritize, organize, have flexible work schedule, and use management skills optimally.
Work requires the ability to respond in an emergency situation appropriately.
Work requires following existing procedure and instructions but also receiving assignments in the form of results expected due dates and general procedures to follow.
CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

Performs and evaluates fitness assessments, including but not limited to, sub-maximal VO2, body composition, flexibility, muscular strength and endurance.
Circulates among participants, evaluates progress and makes appropriate modifications to current program s to facilitate achievement of goals or establishing new goals.
Leads and instructs participants and interdisciplinary staff in use of strength training and cardiovascular/aerobic equipment and/or stretching and body awareness activities as needed.
Assists in check-in as needed.
Develops exercise treatment plan and goal setting including home exercise plan based on assessment data, problem/risk factors, baseline exercise stress test, and participant preferences.
Reviews and updates exercise prescriptions in collaboration with the clinical staff for patients enrolled in specialty programs.
Presents and/or attends educational sessions focused on improving knowledge and skills in various aspects of physical activity and behavioral change.
Ensures appropriate exercise principles/techniques are utilized by participants and staff.
Ensures standards are maintained for cleanliness, friendliness, equipment maintenance, and availability of supplies.
Maintains and respects member confidentiality.
Meets specific outcomes based on OhioHealth Balanced Scorecard as defined by the Facility Manager
Assists with development and implementation of policies and procedures for assigned areas.
Incorporates current research into exercise programs.
Demonstrates knowledge of and commitment to vision, mission, goals and objectives of OhioHealth.
Supervises students as needed.
Participates in new program development or research projects for specialty populations as needed.
Assumes responsibility for meeting personal performance goals, certification s and program standards.
As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.