Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Testing-Cardiology Clinic - Jackson - Full Time - Days

Under general supervision assists senior staff with the preparation and testing of a variety of complex cardiac diagnostic procedures. Prepares and operates specialized cardiac monitoring equipment. Provides health screening, patient motivation, cardiac rehabilitation sessions, therapeutic treatment, and education for patients. Under the immediate direction of the manager and medical director, and with minimal daily supervision, responsible for planning, coordinating, instructing and monitoring the clinical weight management program services to small groups and individuals. Participates in the development and implementation of individual weight loss plans, and record keeping processes. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology/Science or Biomedical field. Four (4) months' experience preferred in a cardiac or similar clinical setting. Mandatory Competency exam completion and pass. CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED: Current BLS-C required and Advanced Cardiac life Support Certification (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire. ACSM Certification as Clinical Exercise Specialist or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) preferred.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology/Science or Biomedical field.
• Four months' experience preferred in a cardiac or similar clinical setting.
• Mandatory Competency exam completion and pass.
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
• Current BLS-C required and Advanced Cardiac life Support Certification (ACLS) required within 1 year of hire.
• ACSM Certification as Clinical Exercise Specialist or Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP) preferred.
ABILITIES/SKILLS
• Communication and interpersonal skills necessary in order to effectively interact with patients and other clinical professionals.
• Prepare presentations and perform competent public speaking in a variety of settings as a representative of HFHS.
• Ability to be effective in stressful situations.
• Must be able to conduct exercise program using general exercise equipment, as well as conducting a variant of Physical (PA) classes is desirable.
• Personal qualities including high level of social sensitivity, strong organizational skills, excellent telephone communication skills, flexibility, initiative, self-directed work ethic, and team-player.
• Proficient in computer programs MS Word, Excel, and Power Point.
• Proficiency in the motivational interviewing counseling technique is desirable.
Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS' Customer Service Policy and summarized below:
Communication Ownership
Understanding Motivation
Sensitivity Excellence
Teamwork Respect
Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services. Must possess the following personal qualities:
Be self-directed
Be flexible and committed to the team concept
Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn
Be open to new learning experiences
Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
Demonstrates customer service values
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
1.Normal patient care environment with exposure to communicable diseases, infections, and unpleasant patient care activities.
2.Exposure to high-voltage machinery and radioactive materials.
3.Must possess manual dexterity, visual acuity, and be able to stand for long periods.