Exercise Specialist

FMOLHS•Baton Rouge, LA

18d

About The Position

The Exercise Specialist assesses cardiovascular and metabolic capacity and develops, implements, and evaluates exercise programs for patients. The role provides educational materials and conducts sessions for patients. It relies on education and training to complete responsibilities; the position initially requires instruction and guidance, with the expectation of developing into work under minimal supervision. The specialist may supervise and oversee the Exercise Physiology Tech.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

Plans, implements, and evaluates rehabilitation programs to support quality, excellence, and continuity of patient care; serves as a clinician, educator, consultant, and researcher in programs for the community, hospital staff, and patients.
Assists with or institutes emergency measures in response to sudden adverse patient developments; inspects and charts emergency supplies and equipment; and helps organize and participate in emergency drills.
Plans, leads, and evaluates educational programs for patients and hospital staff; develops home exercise prescriptions and instructs patients in their use; encourages patient independence and progression toward physical and emotional recovery.
Participates in continuous quality improvement and quality assurance studies, attends required meetings, and participates on committees as directed.
Assists with patient assessment and orientation and develops care plans with team members; prepares and adjusts individual exercise prescriptions based on GXT, physician recommendations, patient conditions, and symptoms; documents assessment and patient progress.
Organizes and supervises exercise sessions and tests; demonstrates proper exercise techniques and equipment use; and teaches patients about prescribed exercises and their benefits.
Measures, collects, and records patient data, including vital signs; reports abnormalities or significant changes to appropriate personnel; prepares reports for referring physicians; communicates with physicians about patient management and status changes; and maintains patient charts.
Maintains exercise equipment through regular calibration and servicing, and arranges equipment repairs to promote safe and efficient use.
Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment, and educational literature; submits requisitions, verifies receipt and distribution of orders, and ensures requisitions are properly filled.
Maintains current licensure and awareness of trends in cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation; participates in relevant seminars, workshops, conferences, and professional organizations.
Follows departmental and hospital policies, procedures, safety, quality assurance, and infection control standards; maintains appropriate timeliness, performance, behavior, and appearance; and works to improve organizational, social, and leadership skills.
Performs other duties as assigned or requested.