Exercise Physiologist - Non Invasive Diagnostic Cardiology

Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center Location: US:PA: Hershey Work Type: Full Time FTE: 1.00 Shift: Day Hours: 7:30a-4:00p Recruiter Contact: Melissa Leota at View email address on click.appcast.io Summary of Position Responsible to the Coordinator of designated area of Cardiovascular Center for maintaining patient flow, design of exercise parameters and maintenance of overall safety of patient during exercise / testing sessions. Essential Functions Possesses the knowledge and skills level to administer treadmill and ergometer protocols for a variety of stress tests which includes: monitor, record, and interpret EKG tracings for diagnostic purposes, determine appropriate testing protocol, recognize presence of permanent pace maker, calculate and record diagnostic parameters, monitor and evaluate patient tolerance to test including chest pain, and prepare study for physician interpretation. Responsible for patient safety including recognizing cardiac arrhythmias and respond according to emergency protocols utilizing BLS and ACLS skills and obtaining emergency medical equipment. Provides care to patient: obtain history, assess patient condition, collect and interpret clinical information for appropriateness for ordered test, explain procedure, obtain acknowledgement forms Maintains operational knowledge of Noninvasive Cardiology equipment with ability to troubleshoot this equipment. Performs clerical duties (as applicable to specific department): schedule procedures utilizing knowledge of test codes, inventory management, transport tracking. Answers phone. Trains/precepts new employees Additional training/competency to be completed to independently perform other diagnostic procedures such as Event Monitor and Holter Monitor application and scanning. Performs electrocardiograms. Possesses knowledge of rhythm recognition to notify physician of abnormal EKG and patient's total condition throughout the test. May also be responsible for processing EKGs from various units/off-site locations including reconciling errors and assigning EKGs for interpretation. Maintains clinical information, and enters and retrieves patient data from software applications and EMR specific to testing being done. Common Expectations Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s). Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required. Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards, cleans equipment. Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department. Maintains established policies and procedures, safety, and environmental and infection control standards. Maintains records of examination data and other pertinent information on patients. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation. Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, attends in-services, and staff meetings as required Minimum Qualifications Master of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology and/or other Allied Health related degree required A CLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification) required within six months of hire CPR / BLS certificate for Health Care Providers required A minimum of 6 months clinical cardiovascular experience or equivalent internship. Preferred Qualifications ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Exercise Specialist Certification desired Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) or AACVPR (American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (CCRP) Certified Cardiac Rehab Professional desired Physical Requirements* Able to sit/stand frequently; walk occasionally. Able to lift 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-50 lbs. occasionally. Able to carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-50 lbs. occasionally. Able to push 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-20 lbs. frequently; 21-75 lbs. occasionally. Able to pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally. Able to reach constantly. Able to use hands for simple/firm grasping. *Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role. Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage with no waiting period and a Total Rewards Program featuring competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and employee recognition. Additional benefits include wellness programs and generous paid time off. Union: Non Bargained All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities. Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr