Exercise Physiologist - Per Diem

Exercise Physiologist - Per Diem at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center Exercise Physiologist - Per Diem at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey Posted in 10 days ago.

Job Description:

AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Exercise Physiologist in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Department is responsible for the development, implementation, and supervision of individualized exercise programs for patients with cardiovascular disease. This role ensures the safe and effective delivery of exercise therapy as part of a multidisciplinary team aimed at improving patients' functional capacity, reducing risk factors, and enhancing overall quality of life. Key responsibilities include conducting initial and ongoing exercise assessments, interpreting diagnostic results, ECG monitoring, and creating evidence-based exercise prescriptions tailored to patients' medical status, risk stratification, and personal goals. The Exercise Physiologist monitors patients during exercise sessions to ensure safety, responds to cardiac or medical emergencies per established protocols, and communicates patient progress with the healthcare team. In addition to exercise supervision, the Exercise Physiologist provides education on lifestyle modification, including physical activity, stress management, and cardiovascular risk reduction strategies. This position requires strong clinical judgment, adherence to ACSM, AACVPR and CMS guidelines, and the ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team to optimize patient outcomes and achieve departmental goals.

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or a related field required. Master's degree in Exercise Physiology or related field preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire or transfer. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred. ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) or equivalent credential required or must be obtained within 90 days from time of hire or transfer.

EXPERIENCE

Minimum of one (1) year of experience in clinical exercise testing and prescription, preferably in a cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation setting required. Experience with ECG monitoring, risk stratification, and emergency response are strongly preferred. Familiarity with

ACSM, AACVPR

standards and CMS requirements for cardiac rehabilitation programs.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the competencies as established on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool for this position.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, hazardous substances, and potential injury. This position requires frequent walking and standing and occasional lifting up to 20 lbs. The essential functions for this position are listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to department leadership. The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position. Total Rewards at AtlantiCare At AtlantiCare, we believe in supporting the whole person. Our market-competitive Total Rewards package is designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being of our team members. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits and resources, including: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental & Vision Insurance Retirement Plans with employer contributions Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance Tuition Reimbursement to support your educational goals Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care Wellness Programs to help you thrive Voluntary Benefits , including Pet Insurance and more Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements. Join a team that values your well-being and invests in your future. Job Category Cardiac Diagnostics Hours Per Week 0.01 Weekends Required? No Holidays Required? No Shift Days Posititon Status Per Diem/Pool Job Details Pay Range $25.48 - $38.25 Pay Transparency In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to Pay Transparency Law; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions. Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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Salary:

$25.00