ASCM Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C) - PRN

Job Summary: Provide compassionate, patient- and family-centered care in both inpatient and outpatient settings, adhering to best practices and professional standards for exercise physiologists. Collaborate closely with nursing and respiratory therapy teams to deliver high-quality cardiopulmonary diagnostic and rehabilitative services.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform non-invasive cardiopulmonary diagnostic procedures such as ECG, rhythm strips, heart monitor hookups, treadmill and nuclear stress tests, stress echocardiograms, and Dobutamine echo and nuclear tests under physician supervision after completing required training and competency evaluations.
• Collect brief cardiopulmonary histories by asking relevant questions prior to testing.
• Maintain departmental statistics and individual productivity records.
• Participate as a member of cardiac fast response teams in inpatient units.
• Apply clinical judgment considering patient age, diagnosis, and physical capabilities.
• Edit ECG and stress test reports according to established policies.
• Interact directly with patients and physicians regarding event recorder data collection, review, scanning, and reporting.
• Promote a safe environment focused on patient safety and adhere to departmental and organizational policies.

Fiscal Responsibilities:

• Use time efficiently and manage supplies and equipment judiciously.
• Support leadership in scheduling and supply management to ensure quality and cost-effective care.
• Document patient charges accurately and timely.
• Chart initial and daily assessment data in participant records.
• Assess patients before, during, and after exercise, making appropriate referrals and recommendations.

Quality and Teamwork:

• Engage as a collaborative team player in continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Assist in new participant assessments and orientation, contributing to individualized care plans.
• Offer expertise as part of a multidisciplinary team to develop comprehensive treatment strategies.
• Demonstrate skills to identify psychosocial adaptations to illness and potential psychopathology.
• Participate in data collection, analysis, and reporting of patient and program outcomes.

Patient Satisfaction:

• Work to enhance patient satisfaction by supporting nursing staff in developing improvement strategies.
• Utilize contemporary health behavior change theories to help participants set learning and lifestyle goals.
• Assess modifiable risk factors and provide support for therapeutic lifestyle changes.
• Practice relationship-based care models.

Patient Safety:

• Supervise exercise sessions, monitoring for inappropriate responses.
• Apply exercise science knowledge to populations with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and other conditions.
• Develop and adjust individualized exercise prescriptions based on patient response and physician recommendations.
• Report any new or significant changes in patient condition immediately.
• Follow safety protocols including fire, hazardous waste disposal, and emergency response plans.

Professional Growth:

• Recognize personal limitations and seek assistance to improve core competencies.
• Participate in departmental development and share expertise with colleagues.
• Complete orientation and ongoing mandatory education.
• Identify professional development needs and collaborate with management for learning opportunities.
• Follow up on corrective plans as needed.

Customer Service:

• Exemplify excellent guest relations with patients, visitors, physicians, and coworkers.
• Maintain a professional and calm patient environment, demonstrating flexibility with assignments and shifts.
• Practice AIDET communication techniques (Acknowledge, Identify, Duration, Explanation, Thank You).
• Promote teamwork and maintain positive interdepartmental relationships.
• Provide holistic care to diverse patient populations.

Education and Experience Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a health-related field or Exercise Science.
• Preferred minimum of one year cardiology experience if degree is in a health-related field.
• Area-specific certifications such as ACLS and BLS may be required upon hire and must be maintained.

Licensure Preferred:

• ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP-C)
• ASEP Board Certified Exercise Physiologist (EPC)

Work Shift: 7:30am - 6:00pm

Location: Regional healthcare facility in the Midwest United States.