Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab - Elmer

Cardiopulmonary Clinical Exercise Physiologist

The cardiopulmonary Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) uses assessment data to identify and prioritize patient problems of patients with cardiac, pulmonary, and other medical conditions for patients requiring cardiopulmonary rehabilitation under orders from the referring physician. The CEP evaluates pertinent medical records and thoroughly interviews patients to clarify medical history, needs, goals, and problems. The CEP creates and follows exercise prescription plans to achieve specific realistic outcomes and interacts in treatment according to patient needs. Applies principles and practices of cardiac rehabilitation for prevention and therapeutic purposes to restore and maintain optimal physiological, psychological, social, vocational and emotional status. Provides patient/family education and instruction to promote/maintain health and well-being. The cardiopulmonary CEP functions in accordance with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) guidelines and hospital policies and procedures. This position may require travel for CEP coverage operational needs across the Inspira network.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science/ Health Science required.
• Masters degree preferred.
• One year experience required.
• One-year experience in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation preferred.

Certification/Licensure:

• BLS Healthcare Provider required within 30days.
• ACLS within 30 days required.
• Dysrhythmia Competency within 3 months of hire required.
• ACSM Exercise Physiologist (EP) Certification Required or obtained within 1 year of hire.

Physical Requirements:

N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)

Lifting - O - Standing - F - Sitting - F

Lifting 20-50lbs - O - Climbing - N - Kneeling - O

Lifting>50lbs - O - Crouching - O - Reaching - F

Carrying - O - Hearing - C - Walking - F

Pushing - F - Talking - C - Vision - C

Environmental Conditions:

Noise - F - Varied Temperatures - N - Cleaning Agents - O

Noxious odors - N - Patient Exposure - F - Operative Equipment - F