Exercise Physiologist - Cardiopulmonary Rehab

Exercise Physiologist

The Exercise Physiologist is responsible for planning, organizing, conducting inpatient and outpatient Cardiac Rehabilitation exercise therapy and education programs. Adheres to specific guidelines of the American Heart Association, the American College of Sports Medicine, and the Cardiopulmonary Services as dictated by the policies, procedures and philosophy of LCMC. Leads group exercise classes as assigned and maintains the functionality, cleanliness and appearance of the exercise equipment and environment.

General Duties

• Demonstrates competence and knowledge in the assessment and treatment or care of adult to geriatric patients in interviews, exercise therapy and discharge process.
• Assess and document activity level, vital signs, symptoms, psychosocial concerns of inpatients and outpatients.
• Works collaboratively with cardiac rehab team members and consults with medical director when indicated.
• Responds appropriately to medical emergencies in inpatient and outpatient therapy in the hospital and the offsite settings.
• Coordinates and supervises exercise classes.

Quality

• Adheres to established hospital and departmental guidelines and standards.
• Participates in continuing education programs to maintain competency.
• Reports exposures appropriately and maintains a safe environment for cardiac rehab participants.
• Recognizes and takes corrective actions to correct unsafe conditions utilizing proper channels of communication.
• Operates all unit equipment safely and within the guidelines of the manufacturer's recommendations.

Program Goals

• Assists in the development of admission criteria in conjunction with the Medical Director and in accordance with AACVPR guidelines.
• Assists in program growth by scheduling referrals and making recommendations for increased patient participation.
• Prepares and delivers community lectures. Counsels and renders behavior modification techniques for reduction of heart disease risk factors.

Growth

• Attends related in-service programs, workshops, seminars, and/or certification programs to enhance professional growth and development.
• Performs other duties assigned related to the operation of the Cardiac Rehabilitation area.

Experience Qualifications

1 year of experience Cardiac Rehab, Pulmonary

Education Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Kinesiology/Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology

Licenses and Certifications

Certified Exercise Physiologist American College of Sports Medicine

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider American Heart Association

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

LCMC Health is a community. Our people make health happen. While our NOLA roots run deep, our branches are the vessels that carry our mission of bringing the best possible care to every person and parish in Louisiana and beyond and put a little more heart and soul into healthcare along the way. Celebrating authenticity, originality, equity, inclusion and a little "come on in" attitude is the foundation of LCMC Health's culture of everyday extraordinary.

West Jefferson Medical Center, a cornerstone of LCMC Health's incredible community of care, is regionally recognized and nationally accredited. For over 60 years, we've been the hospital-of-choice on the west bank of Jefferson Parish for health, wellness, and family-centered care.

Your Extras

• Deliver healthcare with heart.
• Give people a reason to smile.
• Put a little love in your work.
• Be honest and real, but with compassion.
• Bring some lagniappe into everything you do.
• Forget one-size-fits-all, think one-of-a-kind care.
• See opportunities, not problems it's all about perspective.
• Cheerlead ideas, differences, and each other.
• Love what makes you, you - because we do

LCMC Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The above job summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by people assigned to this work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

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