Exercise Physiologist

Emory Healthcare/Emory University

Atlanta, GA

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JOB DETAILS

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SKILLS

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Best Practices, Blood-Borne Pathogens, Cardiology, Cleaning Equipment, Clinical Medicine, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Consulting, Electrocardiogram, Environmental Work, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Exercise Science, Genetics, Healthcare, Hospital, Infectious Diseases, Interpersonal Skills, LaTeX Typesetting, Leadership, Legal, Lift/Move 25 Pounds, Material Moving, Medical Waste, Mentoring, Operational Strategy, Outpatient Care, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Physiology, Policy Development, Procedure Development, Process Management, Quality Management, Risk, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Typing, Willing to Travel

LOCATION

Atlanta, GA

POSTED

14 days ago

Overview

Be inspired. Be rewarded. Belong. At Emory Healthcare.

At Emory Healthcare we fuel your professional journey with better benefits, valuable resources, ongoing mentorship and leadership programs for all types of jobs, and a supportive environment that enables you to reach new heights in your career and be what you want to be. We provide: + Comprehensive health benefits that start day 1 + Student Loan Repayment Assistance & Reimbursement Programs + Family-focused benefits + Wellness incentives + Ongoing mentorship, development, and leadership programs...and more!

This is an Exercise Physiologist III role.

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4 years' health care related experience with minimum of 2 years' clinical experience in outpatient cardiac rehab required.

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ACSM Exercise Specialist certification required.

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Basic Life Saver (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Saver (ACLS) required.

Treadmill stress testing or other cardiac-related exercise experiences required.

Description

Patient Evaluation & Prescription 1. Conducts participant evaluations and formulates exercise prescriptions at key milestones. 2. Observes and assesses responses to exercise to ensure appropriateness of prescriptions. Exercise Monitoring & Instruction 1. Monitors daily sessions, interprets EKGs, and instructs safe exercise techniques. 2. Leads group classes to educate on cardiac risk factors and health practices. 3. Follows policies for progressing or terminating exercise. 4. Reports abnormal responses and consults appropriately. Communication & Education 1. Communicates with patients, families, and physicians both verbally and in writing. 2. Applies professional standards in exercise decisions (ACSM, AACVPR, AHA, SJHA). Mentorship & Leadership 1. Oversees training of physiologists, students, and interns. 2. Assists with program design and implementation using current guidelines. 3. May supervise the unit in the manager's absence. 4. Provides input on employee evaluations as requested. Coordination & Quality Improvement 1. Coordinates with department and hospital teams for efficient operations. 2. Participates in quality improvement processes. Equipment Oversight 1. Coordinates equipment cleaning and quarterly calibrations. 2. Oversees strength training equipment maintenance and orientation. Program Administration 1. Assists in writing policies and procedures. 2. Performs other related duties as required. Travel: Some travel may be required between supporting Operating Units Work Type: Onsite employee Minimum Required Qualifications: Education - Bachelor's degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, or kinesiology required. Experience - Four years' health care related experience with minimum of two years' clinical experience in outpatient cardiac rehab required. Certification - 1. Basic Life Saver (BLS) 2. Advanced Cardiac Life Saver (ACLS) 3. Current ACSM Exercise Specialist certification required. Skills - 1. Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication skills, conflict resolution skills and adult teaching /education skills. 2. Demonstrates understanding and support of best practices based on ACSM, AACVPR and AHA guidelines. Preferred Qualifications: Education - Master's degree in the field of Exercise Science (MS, MA, or MEd). PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Medium Max 25lbs): up to 25 lbs., 0-33% of the work day (occasionally) Lifting 25 lbs. max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs.; Occasional to frequent standing & walking, Occasional sitting, Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing), Physical demands may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Factors affecting environmental conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Environmental exposures include but are not limited to: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor Surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work, Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, environmental conditions may vary depending on assigned work area and work tasks.

Additional Details

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at careers@emoryhealthcare.org . Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.

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Division

_The Emory Clinic_

Campus Location

_Atlanta, GA, 30322_

Campus Location

_US-GA-Atlanta_

Department

_TEC Cardio General Clifton HBC_

Job Type

_Regular Full-Time_

Job Number

_165985_

Job Category

_Therapy_

Schedule

_8a-4:30p_

Standard Hours

_40 Hours_

Hourly Minimum

_USD $29.33/Hr._

Hourly Midpoint

_USD $34.86/Hr._ Emory Healthcare is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to providing equal opportunity in all of its employment practices and decisions. Emory Healthcare prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation in employment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age (40 and over), disability, citizenship, genetic information, service in the uniformed services, veteran status or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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