Exercise Physiologist, 32hr - Days

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you're making a difference in people's lives. Contributes to the Hospital's mission to care, to heal, and to excel in service to our community by providing rehabilitative exercise and education to facilitate a healthier lifestyle. This clinical staff position will have an impact on patient satisfaction by providing the patient with a program that can increase their exertion level and lead to a healthy lifestyle.

Job Description:

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Required:

Bachelors degree in

Exercise Physiology Experience Preferred:

At least one year of exercise stress testing, or cardiac rehab

Other Skills/Knowledge Required:

Basic Computer Skills EPIC training For safety and quality reasons, must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English with patients, visitors, and fellow members of the hospital team

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS

ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist Certification preferred

LIFE SUPPORT CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

ACLS

POPULATION SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Adults, Geriatrics

JOB FUNCTIONS

Consistent with the WE CARE principles and inherent in a hospital environment, employees must be flexible in meeting patients' and the Hospital's needs. While the list below describes the primary functions of this job, all employees at Winchester Hospital need to recognize that an essential element of their job is the ability to respond to unanticipated and/or changing situations. This may result in assuming responsibilities or tasks which are not on this list. As part of the Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab team, this position: Evaluates patient's stress test to develop an individualized exercise plan. Recommends exercise plan and receives approval from Cardiologist or Pulmonologist. Reviews exercise plan and instructs patient on the proper use of exercise equipment. Reviews rate of exertion scale with patient and explains how each level of the scale is defined. Monitors the patient during their exercise routine, periodically checking blood pressure, heart rate and oxygen saturation. Recommends the proper exercise routine for the patient to continue at home upon discharge from program. Maintains proper function and cleanliness of equipment. Assists with emergency situation when they occur.

Pay Range:

$28.00 - $37.68 The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law. As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.