Exercise Physiologist
Company: Loma Linda University Health
Location: Murrieta
Posted on: January 22, 2025
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Job Description:
MH: Cardiac Pulmonary Rehab-(Full Time, Days)
Job Summary: The Exercise Physiologist functions within the scope
of practice to perform patient assessments, treatment and education
to patients and families during dynamic cardiovascular and
pulmonary exercise monitoring, pulmonary patient care management
and procedures for patients referred to or enrolled in Cardiac,
Cardiopulmonary or Pulmonary Rehabilitation. Utilizes discretion
and independent judgment in the development of and application of
age-specific and developmentally appropriate evidenced-based
pulmonary patient care treatment plans and therapies. Participates
in educational activities, departmental committees, research
projects, community outreach and other health related projects as
assigned. Applies theoretical concepts to clinical practice and
continually expands cardiovascular and pulmonary knowledge base and
clinical skills. Serves as a role model and provides positive
influence to facilitate change. Contributes to a work environment
of caring and cooperation between a culturally diverse workforce
and patient populations. Performs other duties as needed.
Education and Experience: Associate's Degree from a school approved
by the Respiratory Care Board of the State of California required
or Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology required.
One year of experience in pulmonary chronic disease or
cardiopulmonary chronic disease patients preferred. One year
experience with patient education, counseling and group
facilitation preferred.
Knowledge and Skills: Ability to provide services for inpatient and
outpatient cardiovascular and/or pulmonary rehabilitation as
assigned. Provides direct patient care including initial patient
assessment, development and adjustment of progression of activity
and/or exercise prescriptions and plan of care, implementation of
individualized and group education sessions and supervision of
exercise classes at hospital sites of service. Must have knowledge
in cardiac rehabilitation phase I, II and III. Demonstrate advanced
knowledge in exercise physiology, cardiovascular pathophysiology
and cardiovascular disease testing and treatments. Strong skillset
in ECG and arrhythmia recognition. Able to read; write and speak
with professional quality; use computer and software programs
necessary to the position, e.g., Word, Excel, Power Point,
organization-wide electronic medical record; operate &/or
troubleshoot basic office equipment required for position. Able to
relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally
with others; provide leadership; be assertive and consistent in
enforcing policies; work calmly and respond courteously when under
pressure; lead, supervise, teach, and collaborate; except
direction. Able to communicate effectively in English (and in
Spanish preferred) in person, in writing, and on the telephone;
think critically; work independently; perform basic math &
statistical functions; manage multiple assignments; compose written
materials; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and
prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close
attention to detail. Able to distinguishes colors; hear
sufficiently for general conservation in person and on telephone;
identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the
workplace; read documents necessary to the position.
Licensures and Certifications: Active Respiratory Care Practitioner
(RCP) license in State of California required for RCP or National
Licensure as a ACSM-Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist
(ACSM-CEP) by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
required within one year of hire date. Certified Cardiac
Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP) by the American Association of
Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart
Association required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
Certification from the American Heart Association required within
three months of hire.
Our mission is to continue the teaching and healing ministry of
Jesus Christ. Our core values are compassion, excellence, humility,
integrity, justice, teamwork and wholeness.
Keywords: Loma Linda University Health, Murrieta , Exercise Physiologist, Healthcare , Murrieta, California
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