Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab

Summary:

Develops individual exercise, training, and nutrition programs to provide treatment for patients. Conducts fitness testing to assess physical condition. Sets up and checks equipment for stress testing and administers tests to patients following established procedures as directed by a physician. Prepares and secures electrodes to ensure interpretable results; explains methods and procedure to patient while evaluating patient's total condition throughout the tests. Records and calculates all necessary parameters and interprets ECG tracings for diagnostic purposes. Interprets test results and makes recommendations for improvement.

CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels' strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.

Requirements:

Education/Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Exercise Field required, Master's degree preferred.

Experience

• Two years of direct cardiac and or pulmonary patient care experience in acute or rehabilitation setting preferred.
• Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehabilitation Internship of 400 or more hours in length preferred.
• Experience with computers to include use of all Microsoft Office Programs.
• Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist Certification, preferred (American College of Sports Medicine Registry).
• Verbal ability to facilitate communication with professional medical staff, patients and their families and the public.
• Able to provide leadership and direction within her/his duties for the optimal functioning of the team.

License, Certifications or Registrations

• CPR (American Heart Association)

Work Type:

Full Time

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