Exercise Physiologist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

The Exercise Physiologist plans, guides, and directs the management of patients for physicians. This position assists with patient care, which includes maximal exercise tolerance tests under thedirection of a physician.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs resting electrocardiograms and maximal and submaximal exercise tests using Cooper Clinic standard treadmill and bike protocols.
• Provides information, collects data, and interprets the physiological responses to exercise during stress tests.
• Assists physicians with their workday including, but not limited to preplanning for patient visits, assisting with patient flow, chaperoning, prescription refills, on-call duties, office visits, blood pressure checks, research, or other projects.
• Maintains electronic medical records, including, but not limited to entering patient medical history, scanning documents, pre-planning from previous Type II reports, entering orders, keeping up with assigned tasks and requesting outside records.
• Maintains and is responsible for all operating equipment in treadmill room and exam room.
• Maintains adequate supplies in all testing rooms and reports all equipment malfunctions to team leaders. Cleans and disinfects all surfaces and equipment.
• Regularly assists Health Screens with administration of Cooper Clinic health screening procedures.
• Attends and participates in department meetings.
• Participates in all Code 99 emergencies as assigned (Code Team).
• Responds to all Code 33 emergencies as assigned.
• Remains on call with physician to respond to Code 33/99 emergencies after hours, as assigned.
• Studies and participates in learning electrocardiograms, exercise testing, medication, and other exercise physiology topics.
• Assists in the upkeep of the supply room, notifies appropriate person when more supplies need to be ordered.
• Performs exercise consultations as assigned.
• Complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) while performing all duties.
• Maintains accurate and confidential medical records along with protecting confidentiality of all clientele.
• Maintains a positive attitude and adheres to the Cooper purpose and core values.
• Follows all Clinic policies and standard operating procedures.
• Performs duties on site with consistent, regular, and reliable attendance.
• Accomplishes other duties and helps in other departments as assigned.

• Cooper Clinic's comprehensive physical exam gives patients an in-depth picture of their health and an action plan to improve it.
• Cooper Fitness Center is the fitness center of choice for members that belong to a healthy-living community, not just a gym.
• Cooper Spa helps bring life back in balance through relaxation and renewal services.
• Cooper Hotel & Conference Center provides guests easy access to all that Cooper Aerobics has to offer.
• Cooper Complete is a pure, potent vitamin and supplement line scientifically proven to improve well-being.
• Cooper Wellness Strategies takes the Cooper philosophies for individuals and transforms them to improve the physical and fiscal health of a company and its workforce.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Strong organizational, time management and attention to detail skills.
• Possess problem-solving skills, be self-motivated, and strive for professionalism.
• Ability to work in a group setting as well as work independently.
• Good computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Bachelor's degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or related field.
• 6 months to 1 year experience reading EKGs in a clinic setting is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certifications strongly encouraged.

• Learn new tasks and remember processes
• Apply established protocols in a timely manner with minimal supervision
• Make timely decisions in the context of a workflow
• Maintain focus and complete tasks independently despite distractions
• Remain calm and professional in challenging situations
• Complete tasks in situations where productivity is measured
• Identify problems, develop solutions, and implement effectively
• Maintain focus and concentration to manage multiple tasks
• Read and comprehend instructions and write correspondence
• Effectively present information