Exercise Physiologist

Position Summary Analyzes patients’ fitness to help them improve or maintain their health. Assists patients with heart disease and other chronic conditions, such as diabetes or pulmonary disease, to regain health. May also work with amateur and professional athletes to boost performance or recover from injuries. Provides a full range of exercise physiology services, including assessment, treatment planning, and therapeutic interventions in an interdisciplinary environment consistent with professional practices and ethical standards. Job Specific Duties and Responsibilities Evaluates a person’s overall health, with special attention to cardiovascular function and metabolism. Conducts diagnostic procedures such as exercise stress tests to evaluate patients’ health. Develops individualized exercise prescriptions to increase physical fitness, strength, endurance, and flexibility. Designs customized exercise programs to meet health care needs and athletic performance goals. Administers exercise prescriptions designed to improve mobility and flexibility, hasten recovery from injury, and help patients live with disabilities. Advises patients about nutrition and ongoing exercise regimens; may teach classes and conduct research. Provides quality, personalized evidence‑based care and proven interventions. Evaluates results of exercise program by observing, noting, and evaluating patient’s progress, as well as recommending and implementing adjustments and modifications. Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, and calling for repairs. Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing networks, and participating in professional societies; may develop and conduct in‑service training programs. Complies with federal, state, and local legal and certification requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating future changes, enforcing adherence, and advising management on needed actions. Performs other related duties as required and directed. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in exercise science or physiology. BCLS certified. Competency in applying the principles, methods, materials and equipment necessary in providing exercise physiology. Preferred Qualifications Certification through the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and the American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP). Master’s degree. Position/Subsidiary Specific Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (must be attained at first available course). Card and Neuro Testing: Performs basic and special neurodiagnostic testing, i.e., EEGs. Additional Information Schedule: Full‑time Requisition ID: 26003793 Daily Work Times: (0600‑0800)(1430‑1630) Hours Per Pay Period: 80 On Call: No Weekends: Yes #J-18808-Ljbffr