Lead Exercise Physiologist - Atrium Health Pulmonary Rehab, Part-Time Days
About The Position
Atrium Health Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary program dedicated to improving the health, function, and quality of life of individuals with chronic respiratory conditions. The team provides evidence-based exercise training, patient education, breathing techniques, and disease management strategies to help patients increase endurance, reduce symptoms, and achieve greater independence. The Lead Exercise Physiologist plays a key role in program coordination, clinical leadership, and the development of individualized exercise plans while collaborating closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses, registered dietitians and rehabilitation professionals to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.
Requirements
- Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP) or Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), based on area of responsibility and scope of practice. Roles focused on non-acute, preventive, or wellness-based programming may be filled by an ACSM Certified Exercise physiologist (EP)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
- Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology
- 2-3 years of relevant clinical experience
- Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients, and other staff members
- Excellent organization, decision making, and problem solving skills
- Strong computer skills
- Must be able to give and receive verbal communications on a continuous basis.
- Must be able to read written communications on a continuous basis both hard copy and on a computer screen.
- Able to compose written communications frequently.
- Able to lift and carry objects weighing 25 pounds or less occasionally.
- Able to perform motor skills as reaching out/up.
- Frequent periods of walking, standing, sitting.
- Infrequently squatting, twisting, and bending.
Nice To Haves
- Masters’ degree in Health and Exercise Science or related field
Responsibilities
- Evaluate complex physiological data to design and implement individualized exercise prescriptions in accordance with established clinical guidelines
- Modify exercise prescriptions based on patient response, clinical presentation, and documented medical or musculoskeletal conditions
- Lead the planning, development, implementation, promotion, and evaluation of exercise programming
- Monitor exercise sessions and group activities to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to program standards
- Provide training, orientation, and ongoing work direction to exercise staff; serve as a clinical resource and professional role model
- Assign and review staff work; monitor productivity and ensure appropriate staffing levels
- Participate in recruitment and selection activities; support staff development; provide performance feedback and assist with resolution of employee concerns
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
