Exercise Specialist II | University | Full-Time | Days
- Category
- Cardiac Rehab
- Job Type
- Full time
- Job ID
- R-17461
If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we embrace the Power of One!
We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
A Brief Overview
Responsible for conducting physiological testing and patient assessments, developing exercise plans, and conducting exercise and education sessions for patients. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.
What you will do
- Conducts physiological testing and assessments on patients in accordance with current program policies and procedures. Completes initial assessments in cardiac rehabilitation per phase-specific policies and procedures.
- Reassesses patients per policy based on individual changes and progress.
- Performs telemetry monitoring/ECG's as required. Completes other physiological testing as required per established protocol.
- Appropriately recognizes warning signs and reacts according to department policy. Appropriately assists during emergency procedures as outlined in department policy.
- Develops and conducts exercise plans for patients based on individualized treatment plans and assessment outcomes. Establishes exercise prescriptions, including frequency, intensity, duration, and modality.
- Educates patients and family members based on individual treatment goals, patient progress, and approved educational materials. Instructs patients and family on exercise principles, precautions, risk factors, and proper use of equipment.
- Performs other job functions as assigned or requested.
Education/Formal Training Requirements
- Required - Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology
- Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Exercise Science
- Preferred - Bachelor's Degree Physical Education
- Preferred - Master's Degree Exercise Physiology
- Preferred - Master's Degree Exercise Science
- Preferred - Master's Degree Physical Education
Work Experience Requirements
- Required - Internship; cardiac rehabilitation 1-3 years
Licenses and Certifications Requirements
- Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Familiar with a variety of exercise science concepts, practices, and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of contraindications to exercise and appropriate safety procedures.
- Ability to model a healthy lifestyle to the patients and clients served.
- Ability to work without close supervision, to organize multiple tasks and to maintain control of workflow.
- Ability to explain and demonstrate fitness and exercise techniques to others.
- Ability to demonstrate good customer service skills; ability to work well as a part of a team of professionals.
Supervision Provided by this Position
- There are no lead or supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.
Physical Demands
- The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.
- Must have good balance and coordination.
- The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.
- The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.
- Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.
- Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.
- Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.
Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living. We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
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