Exercise Physiologist - SouthPark Cardiology

Exercise Physiologist - SouthPark Cardiology

General Job Summary: The Exercise Physiologist, under the direction of the Physician, will be responsible for administering stress tests to monitor a patient's heart function under physical exertion.

(This is a full-time position that will support our Cardiology team at SouthPark, Monday to Friday 7:30 am to 4:30 pm)

Primary Job Responsibilities/Tasks may include, but not limited to:

• Administer strength, endurance, and other tests to assess patients' physical performance.
• Monitor patients' hearth rhythm, heart rate, oxygen saturations levels, breathing rate, blood pressure levels and other vital signs before, during and after testing.
• Analyze the test results and patient background information to identify their specific fitness needs.
• Working with patients to develop appropriate fitness goals and developing detailed fitness plans to help them achieve these objectives.
• Educating and advising patients on how to properly perform exercises.
• Maintain up to date and accurate patient records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in exercise physiology, exercise science, kinesiology or related field.
• American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) or American Society of Exercise Physiologists (ASEP) certification required.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Two to three years of experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Must speak and understand English fluently.
• Critical thinking and ability to concentrate.
• Must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient and/or unit/department conditions.