Exercise Physiologist-PN

Overview LFP Nuclear Medicine. Full Time. Day Shift. 8-5pm. Lexington Health is a comprehensive network of care that includes six community medical and urgent care centers, nearly 80 physician practices, more than 9,000 health care professionals and Lexington Medical Center, a 607-bed teaching hospital in West Columbia, South Carolina. It was selected by Modern Healthcare as one of the Best Places to Work in Healthcare and was first in the state to achieve Magnet with Distinction status for excellence in nursing care. Lexington Health delivers more than 4,000 babies each year, performs more than 34,000 surgeries annually and is the region\'s third largest employer. Lexington Health also includes an accredited Cancer Center of Excellence, the state’s first HeartCARE Center, the largest skilled nursing facility in the Carolinas, and an Alzheimer’s care center. Its postgraduate medical education programs include family medicine and transitional year residencies, as well as an informatics fellowship. Job Summary Position provides evaluation, coordination, and exercise educational planning of the Cardiac/ Pulmonary/Vascular Rehab patient in an outpatient setting. Position focuses on risk reduction and behavior intervention and modification. Assist in all new patient evaluation and orientation and follow-up including graded exercise testing, exercise prescription, body composition analysis, pulmonary function, lipid analysis, and exercise session explanation. Assist in supervision of the exercise sessions including exercise prescription upgrades as necessary. Assist in patient record keeping, patient attendance, patient progress notes, and posting of charges. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Education: Bachelor\'s Degree in Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology Minimum Years of Experience: None Substitutable Education & Experience (Optional): None Required Certifications/Licensure: Certified in Basic Life Support or certified within 3 months of employment in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Required Training: Possess advanced knowledge of exercise physiology, nutrition, risk-factor and behavior modification strategies as related to Cardiovascular Rehabilitative Services. Advanced knowledge in ECG interpretation during exercise with and without drug therapy implications. Essential Functions Maintains a positive attitude in an environment of constant change. Has contact by phone, correspondence, or personal meetings with persons in other departments or outside the practice; tact is required in these contacts and the employee assumes the responsibility for harmonious relationships. Maintains a courteous and professional manner and communicates effectively with patients, families, visitors and fellow healthcare team members. Utilizes channels of communication according to hospital policy and directs questions and problems to the appropriate persons in a timely manner. Demonstrates the following: Appropriate communication of information to all ages (Adolescent 13-17, Adult 18-65, Geriatric 65+). Responsiveness to all patients and office staff requests and needs. Performance of duties assigned by authorized personnel or as required in an emergency (e.g., fire or disaster). Upholds the mission and image of Lexington Medical Center; abides by Code of Conduct and respects patient Bill of Rights. Daily interactions between patients and physicians to facilitate ongoing quality care in office and over the telephone. Utilizes time effectively to prioritize workload to meet patient care and departmental needs. Greets and screens patients, determines the appropriateness of exam, and obtains proper consent. Preps patient including medical history, vital signs assessment, IV insertion, and EKG lead placement. Ensures complete clinical history is taken prior to the study and all information, including dictation, is completed as soon as practically possible. Documents results from stress tests and ensures appropriate follow-through on all paperwork issues. Supervises, monitors, and assesses patients for possible signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to exercise or pharmacologic drugs. Assists in orientation of new employees and updates staff and patients on trends in exercise physiology. Demonstrates ability to perform professional assistance, exercise observation and training, and safety measures for adults and geriatric patients. Maintains ACLS according to accreditation standards. Maintains patient care areas and equipment in readiness for new patients. Duties & Responsibilities Patient Care: Prepare and maintain exam rooms, conduct patient interviews, chaperone, assist/performs minor procedures and tests, assess by telephone or in person, implement physician orders, provide patient education, results reporting, and clinical documentation. Operation of and responsibility for equipment, including routine maintenance, supplies, logs, and cleaning (BP, temperature, scales, etc.; treadmill, defibrillator, Holter monitors, cardiac pacemakers, EKG, oxygen). Accurately and efficiently monitor, interpret, collect, and record patient data. Participate in regular Quality Assurance meetings. Adhere to NRC/State/ICANL/ACR guidelines for radiation safety and attend annual review. Assist the Cardiovascular Department and office physicians with graded exercise studies. Coordinate with staff to ensure proper follow-up of abnormal studies (contact referring physicians, reassure patients or families as needed). Ensure emergency equipment is functioning, crash cart drugs are not expired, defibrillator testing is completed with documentation up-to-date. Electrophysiology transcription of in-house and remote clinics; document pertinent patient care activities on the stress test data sheet. Assist Supervisor of Cardiovascular department in supporting department objectives. Actively seek and integrate new knowledge to advance professional behavior and skills. In-service/Education: Certification/Licensure; Competency; Department Orientation; Annual Training. Log Sheets/Audits: Pharmacy drugs, Mayday Equipment, Oxygen. Instruments: Stock appropriately, maintenance, cleaning/sterilization, knowledge of usage, storage. Provide support and guidance for Clinical Policies and Procedures. Other: Precertification/Authorization, Coding (Office Procedures/Complex Visits), Clerical Support when necessary. Willingness to rotate to affiliated LMC practices as needed. Performs all other duties as assigned. Benefits Day ONE medical, dental and life insurance benefits Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs) 403(b) with employer match day one; match up to 6% Employer paid life insurance – equal to 1x salary Supplemental life insurance options Adoption assistance Employer paid short-term and long-term disability after 90 days Tuition reimbursement Student loan forgiveness Equal Opportunity It is the policy of Lexington Health to provide equal opportunity of employment for all individuals and to remain compliant with applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Lexington Health strives to provide a discrimination-free environment and to recruit, select, onboard, and employ all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation. Lexington Health endeavors to promote from within where possible and consistent with the hospital\'s needs. Nearest Major Market: Columbia Nearest Secondary Market: South Carolina #J-18808-Ljbffr