Clinical Exercise Physiologist - RN Preferred

MedStar Health is looking for a Clinical Exercise Physiologist to join our team at MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center!  

As a Clinical Exercise Physiologist, you will develop complex exercise prescriptions and assess the effectiveness and responses to interventions and documents according to established standards. The clinical exercise physiologist must quickly and effectively respond to medical emergencies in the clinical setting and assist with scheduling, clinical clerical tasks, and quality improvement activities. 

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move! 

 
Primary Duties: 

• Assessment of participants relevant to exercise physiology to develop a plan of care with other team members. Effectively develops and revises individual exercise prescription in accordance with AACVPR (American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation), ACSM guidelines and physician recommendations regularly.  

• Demonstrates correct body position and proper use of equipment to prevent injury and adhere to exercise prescription. Monitors participants and reports any adverse response to exercise. Demonstrate competence in tele-monitoring, EKG interpretation and blood pressure monitoring, Terminates exercise when appropriate.  

• Assists with emergency care. Documents initiation and daily assessments within established times; reviews participant’s ongoing progress with other staff. Plans and educates participants regarding walking and home exercise programs and use of equipment.  

• Demonstrates knowledge of nutrition, risk factor modification and behavioral change approaches. Provider educational programs for participants in their area of expertise. Checks emergency supplies and equipment for proper function and adequate regularly.  

• Keeps current in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation through continuing education conferences and literature.  

Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree exercise science, exercise physiology, or kinesiology or related field. 

• 1-2 years minimum of experience working in a healthcare environment. 

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) within 90 Days  

• ASCM, AACVPR, or CEPA certification or equivalent within 1 Year. 

• Master’s degree exercise physiology preferred.