Exercise Physiologist

CommonSpirit Health

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

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Exercise Physiologist Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. The posted compensation range of $19.87 - $28.06/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law. Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Exercise Physiologist, you will provide direct, safe, and best-practice driven care primarily in cardiac/pulmonary rehabilitation, collaborating extensively with a multi-disciplinary team, cardiologists, and various hospital staff to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Every day you will establish and update individualized exercise prescriptions, orient patients to equipment and safety protocols, and conduct functional fitness testing and body composition analysis. You will provide essential patient and family education, supervise and monitor exercise sessions, meticulously document and maintain current clinical data and program records, adjusting treatment plans as appropriate. To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a deep understanding of patient needs, consistently working collaboratively in a diverse and multicultural environment. You will effectively partner with physicians and clinical staff in goal-setting, consistently utilizing work practices aligned with safety, security, and infection control policies, all while actively contributing to a positive quality work environment.
Screen, assess and disseminate patients for program eligibility and appropriateness. Evaluate and deliver Phase I care for eligible populations in accordance with departmental policy and procedures Assess, intervene and track outcomes in Phase II programs in line with AACVPR recommendations and core competencies. Risk stratification of patients to triage appropriate treatment plan, exercise prescription, program progression and education plan for all patients. Monitor, evaluate and manage ECG, hemodynamics and general patient safety during exercise in all phases of care. Assist patients in goal setting and outcomes management in accordance with AACVPR and department standards
Job Requirements Required
Bachelors Of Science Exercise and 12 months relevant experience with secondary prevention populations or ≥120 hr. Internship in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation., upon hire and Experience with recognition and interpretation of 12 lead and exercise ECG. and Documented course-work and/or demonstrated experience in exercise prescription, anatomy/physiology and human movement. Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire and Certified Personal Trainer/Exercise Speciast, within 12 - months or Certified Exercise Specialist, within 12 - months
CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Total Rewards Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit our Total Rewards

Chattanooga, Tennessee, United States

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