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Island Health

Exercise Physiologist - Cardiopulmonary, Part Time, Day Shift

Island Health, Anacortes, Washington, United States, 98221

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Exercise Physiologist - Cardiopulmonary, Part Time, Day Shift Island Health is seeking an experienced Exercise Physiologist for a per diem shift at our hospital in Anacortes, WA.

Work Schedule and Status

0.6 FTE

Variable Shift

Salary Range: $29.55 - $44.33 per hour

Benefits information is available for employees.

Why Choose Island Health?

Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Extended Illness Benefit

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Vested Retirement Contribution

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Recognition Events

And More!

Exercise Physiologist Job Responsibilities

Develops, implements, and coordinates exercise programs and monitors vital signs of patients to promote physical fitness.

Demonstrates correct use of exercise equipment and exercise routines.

Conducts individual and group aerobic, strength and flexibility exercises.

Teaches behavior modifications such as stress management, weight control, nutrition, medications and other related subjects.

Coordinates, schedules, and performs patient evaluations, walk tests, Zio Patches, and program intakes in the absence of scheduler/coordinator.

Identifies emergent situations and is able to perform in a calm and professional manner during the emergency situation.

Ensures inventory of materials and supplies; retrieves supplies when necessary.

Monitors the progress of individual patients in their performance of prescribed exercise regimes to include motivation and assessment of patient’s tolerance of exercise program.

Documents relevant information on patients in progress notes or daily exercise sessions in charts.

Researches and develops new programs for at risk populations.

Provides staff development and training in exercise testing technology and physiology.

Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification

Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Sports Medicine, or other related field required or completed within 2 years of hire

ACSM, CEP, or RCEP certification required within 6 months of hire

Minimum of one-year clinical experience in the field of exercise physiology; clinical experience in Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation strongly preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands The work is performed indoors with typical hospital environment exposure. The employee may be exposed to dust, pollutants, fumes, communicable diseases, bodily fluids, and other substances common in health care. The noise level is usually moderate. Physical demands include standing for extended periods, pushing/pulling/reaching, occasional bending and lifting up to 50 pounds, and frequent handling of patients and equipment. Reasonable accommodations available to perform essential functions.

Join our award-winning team and apply today!

Additional Information

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Part-time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Hospitals and Health Care

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