Exercise Physiologist

Job Overview Under direct supervision of a licensed medical professional, the Exercise Physiologist prepares patients and equipment for treatment and assists the therapist in administering treatment to patients of varying ages ranging from infancy through late adulthood. Job Duties Interacts with co‑workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Develop exercise programs to improve participant strength, flexibility, endurance, or circulatory functioning, in accordance with exercise science standards, regulatory requirements, and credentialing requirements. Lead established exercise/rehab maintenance groups. Prescribe individualized exercise programs, specifying equipment such as treadmill, exercise bicycle, ergometers, or perceptual goggles. Interpret exercise program participant data to evaluate progress or identify needed program changes. Analyze quantitative data to determine effectiveness of treatments or therapies. Prepare the treatment area, equipment and supplies relating to patient treatment for all division services to expedite the delivery of patient care. This includes calibrating and maintaining exercise or testing equipment and demonstrating correct use of exercise equipment or performance of exercise routine. Communicate impressions and objective information in a clear and timely manner to pertinent stakeholders to insure efficient coordination and optimal outcomes. Participate in the department’s performance improvement program. Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology Less than 1 year of clinical practice Knowledge of and ability to assess clients and design exercise programs to enhance physical fitness, to promote health by reducing the risk of developing chronic disease and to ensure safety during exercise sessions. Knowledge of the prevention and treatment of intentional or unintentional injuries, ability to implement emergency procedures in accordance with appropriate safety plans. Knowledge of the human body’s reactions and changes under acute and chronic exercise conditions, ability to measure, assess and adapt physiology during exercise. Knowledge of therapeutic methods and skills to develop, maintain and restore the optimal movement and functional ability of clients/patients, ability to skillfully deploy methods and skills in therapeutic cases to enhance the quality of life. Knowledge of the theories and methodologies for therapeutic progress assessment, ability to assess therapeutic progress to achieve therapeutic goals and ensure patient safety. Knowledge of and ability to provide or facilitate rehabilitation services to manage injuries and help injured people reclaim living or working capabilities. BLS – Basic Life Support, AHA – American Heart Association Physical Demands Lift and carry 25 lbs.; frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use. Patient care providers may be required to perform kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR. Work Shift Workday Day (United States of America) Location 1200 Old York Road, Abington, Pennsylvania, United States of America Benefits Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jefferson Health