PRN Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Diagnostic Suite

Munson Healthcare•Grayling, MI

21d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for patient assessment, preparation, ECG recordings, test performance, test endpoints, and recovery monitoring according to GXT lab guidelines and procedures. The Exercise Physiologist notifies the supervising physician of any abnormal pre-test conditions, abnormalities, or concerns. Stress testing will only be conducted when the supervising physician is present and available in the department. The role involves performing resting 12-lead electrocardiograms with proper electrode placement, scanning Holter monitors, and preparing reports for physician interpretation. Additionally, the position requires monitoring and evaluating various tracings, including EKGs, Holter monitors, Stress Exercise/Dobutamine, Cardiolite, Adenosine, Dobutamine Cardiolites, Lexiscan, and Persantine studies, to identify artifacts, dysrhythmias, or ST segment changes. There may be a requirement to provide coverage and relief in Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation, which involves understanding exercise prescription for cardiac clients, interpreting telemetry monitors, and providing patient education on exercise and healthy lifestyles.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science from an accredited college or university majoring in Exercise Physiology, Science or Movement Science, or Kinesiology or similar program required.
Current BCLS certification.
Completion of approved ECG interpretation course successfully or may be challenged to meet competency thru staff development.

Nice To Haves

American College of Sports Medicine Certification preferred.
Current ACLS certification. (This certification is preferred, must be obtained withing 90 days upon employment).
One year of prior exercise testing experience in Cardiac Diagnostic type lab preferred.
Will consider experience in Cardiac Rehab program administering stress testing.

Responsibilities

Follows GXT lab guidelines and procedures for patient assessment, preparation, ECG recordings, test performance, test endpoints and recovery monitoring.
Notifies the supervising physician of any abnormal pre-test conditions, abnormalities or concerns.
Performs resting 12 lead electrocardiograms in a uniform fashion with proper electrode placement.
Scans holter monitors and prepares report for physician interpretation.
Monitors and evaluates all tracings to include EKG’s, Holter monitors, Stress Exercise/Dobutamine, Cardiolite, Adenosine, Dobutamine Cardiolites, Lexiscan and Persantine studies to determine artifact and dysrhythmia and/or ST segment changes.
May provide coverage and relief in Cardiac Prevention and Rehabilitation, requiring understanding of exercise prescription for cardiac clients, interpretation of a telemetry monitor, and provision of patient education as it pertains to exercise and healthy lifestyle.