Intermountain Health
Pediatric Exercise Physiologist
Intermountain Health, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
Pediatric Exercise Physiologist
– Intermountain Health
We are seeking a highly skilled Pediatric Exercise Physiologist to join our team at Intermountain Health. This role plays a critical part in assessing, testing, and developing individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients, particularly those with cardiac conditions.
Base Pay Range $24.00/hr – $37.15/hr (actual rate based on experience).
Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment & Testing
Perform cardiopulmonary exercise testing (VO₂), ECG stress testing, and pulmonary function testing in accordance with established protocols.
Customize testing protocols and exercise prescriptions based on patient diagnoses and provider input.
Monitor patient responses during testing and analyze results to ensure safety and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians to review findings and support clinical decision‑making.
Data Analysis & Reporting
Interpret test data and generate comprehensive clinical reports.
Evaluate patient risk through history and test review and coordinate with physicians on high‑risk studies.
Maintain and calibrate exercise testing equipment to ensure optimal performance and data integrity.
Support PRN interpretation of Holter monitor reports or other clinical data management.
Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation
Deliver individualized cardiac fitness training and exercise therapy for both inpatient and outpatient pediatric patients.
Implement rehabilitation plans as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring safe and effective progression.
Education & Training
Provide in‑service training and mentorship for fellow exercise physiologists, student interns, and interdisciplinary healthcare staff.
Support ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
Research & Innovation
Assist in data collection, analysis, and interpretation for clinical research projects.
Contribute to the development of scientific publications, presentations, and efforts to advance best practices in pediatric and congenital cardiac care.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers (required).
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field at an accredited institution (required).
1 year of clinical experience in exercise stress testing or cardiac rehabilitation (preferred).
Master's degree in exercise science, physiology, or similar (preferred).
Physical Requirements
Ongoing need to see and read information, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors requiring verbal communication and hearing rapid information.
Manual dexterity to manipulate complex equipment with precision, including frequent computer use and typing for documentation.
Expected to lift and transfer patients; the ability to lift varying weights and navigate busy clinical areas.
May be required to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
Employment Details Location: Intermountain Health Primary Children’s Hospital, Primary Children’s at Lehi, Utah
Work City: Salt Lake City, Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Employment Type: Full‑time (Entry level)
Benefits We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit.
Intermountain Health offers a generous benefits package covering health, wellness, and lifestyle programs that foster a sustainable culture of wellness.
Equal Opportunity Employment Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Additional Information All positions are subject to close without notice.
Please apply promptly if interested.
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– Intermountain Health
We are seeking a highly skilled Pediatric Exercise Physiologist to join our team at Intermountain Health. This role plays a critical part in assessing, testing, and developing individualized treatment plans for pediatric patients, particularly those with cardiac conditions.
Base Pay Range $24.00/hr – $37.15/hr (actual rate based on experience).
Responsibilities
Clinical Assessment & Testing
Perform cardiopulmonary exercise testing (VO₂), ECG stress testing, and pulmonary function testing in accordance with established protocols.
Customize testing protocols and exercise prescriptions based on patient diagnoses and provider input.
Monitor patient responses during testing and analyze results to ensure safety and accuracy.
Collaborate with physicians to review findings and support clinical decision‑making.
Data Analysis & Reporting
Interpret test data and generate comprehensive clinical reports.
Evaluate patient risk through history and test review and coordinate with physicians on high‑risk studies.
Maintain and calibrate exercise testing equipment to ensure optimal performance and data integrity.
Support PRN interpretation of Holter monitor reports or other clinical data management.
Therapeutic Exercise & Rehabilitation
Deliver individualized cardiac fitness training and exercise therapy for both inpatient and outpatient pediatric patients.
Implement rehabilitation plans as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring safe and effective progression.
Education & Training
Provide in‑service training and mentorship for fellow exercise physiologists, student interns, and interdisciplinary healthcare staff.
Support ongoing professional development and knowledge sharing within the team.
Research & Innovation
Assist in data collection, analysis, and interpretation for clinical research projects.
Contribute to the development of scientific publications, presentations, and efforts to advance best practices in pediatric and congenital cardiac care.
Minimum Qualifications
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers (required).
Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology, or a related field at an accredited institution (required).
1 year of clinical experience in exercise stress testing or cardiac rehabilitation (preferred).
Master's degree in exercise science, physiology, or similar (preferred).
Physical Requirements
Ongoing need to see and read information, assess patient needs, operate monitors, and identify equipment and supplies.
Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors requiring verbal communication and hearing rapid information.
Manual dexterity to manipulate complex equipment with precision, including frequent computer use and typing for documentation.
Expected to lift and transfer patients; the ability to lift varying weights and navigate busy clinical areas.
May be required to stand in a stationary position for extended periods.
Employment Details Location: Intermountain Health Primary Children’s Hospital, Primary Children’s at Lehi, Utah
Work City: Salt Lake City, Utah
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
Employment Type: Full‑time (Entry level)
Benefits We care about your well‑being – mind, body, and spirit.
Intermountain Health offers a generous benefits package covering health, wellness, and lifestyle programs that foster a sustainable culture of wellness.
Equal Opportunity Employment Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Additional Information All positions are subject to close without notice.
Please apply promptly if interested.
#J-18808-Ljbffr