Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist at Wellstar Health Systems in Woodstock, Georgia

Job Description:

Overview

The Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist is a proactive member of an interdisciplinary team of licensed and unlicensed care givers who ensure that patients, families and significant others receive individualized high quality, safe patient care. It is expected that all RN Clinical Nurses - are licensed, knowledgeable and uphold the practice of nursing as outlined by the Georgia Professional Nurse Practice Act and implements the Scope of Practice and Code of Ethics Standards put forth by the American Nurses Association.

• Schedule:Full Time
• Shift: Day Shift
• Level: 6+ years of experience
  

Success Profile
Find out what it takes to succeed as a Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist:

• Collaborative
• Time Efficient
• Organized
• Critical Thinker
• Attention to Detail
• Compassionate

Benefits that Reflect Your Contributions

• Your Pay
  A compensation program designed for fair and equitable pay.
  
• Your Future
  Secure your future with plans that also include an employer match. Plans and guidance for the future.
  
• Your Wellness
  Traditional healthcare benefits combined with progressive wellness programs to help you be your best self!.
  
• Your Joy
  Special and unique benefits and programs ensuring a balanced life and a workplace culture built on trust.
  

Job Details


Facility: Wellstar Medical Clinic


Job Summary: The Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist reports directly to program Manager, in conjunction with Subject Matter Experts. Key responsibilities of the role include providing age appropriate, patient specific care that addresses the biological, emotional, psychological, physical fitness, and educational needs of the patients/family; collaboration with system care partners such as health psychology, diabetes education, and other wellness programs to ensure patients have access to all areas in the continuum of care. Through partnering with the multidisciplinary team of professionals, the development of individualized goal-oriented care plans and exercise prescriptions, the Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist is central to the success of each patient in the Cardiac Rehab program. Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: - Patient Care: a. Assesses patient risk factors that are modifiable and provides strategies to aid patient in successful therapeutic lifestyle changes. b. Participates in initial assessment and orientation of new participants. Assists in development of plan of care with other staff members. c. Develops and adjusts individual exercise prescription in accordance with daily patient responses to exercise according to ACSM and AACVPR guidelines. d. Supervises exercise session, monitors participants for inappropriate responses to exercise. e. Responsible for blood pressure measurement, observation of telemetry responses and blood glucose measurement per department policy. f. Documents daily on patient responses in Scott Care and EPIC. g. Maintains strictest confidentiality concerning participants and families medical and personal information. - Teaching/Education: a. Assesses patients knowledge of cardiovascular disease, nutrition, risk factors and develops educational plan to meet individual needs. b. Leads patient education in 1:1 and/or group setting. c. Leads warm up, cool down, and strength training exercises. - Team Responsibilities: a. Participates in emergency training sessions and assists as directed in emergency situations. b. Attends a minimum of of scheduled staff meetings. If unable to attend, obtains information from meeting minutes or another team member. c. Supports and assists in development of performance and process improvement initiatives designed to promote highest quality patient care. d. Maintains flexibility to respond to changing needs of the team. e. Contributes to cohesive group relations and communicates effectively with team members about individual patient findings or concerns about program issues. - Technology: a. Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Success Factors, Scott Care system and Epic EMR system. - Self-Development: a. Stays current in the field of cardiac rehabilitation and cardiovascular disease through journals, in-services, webcasts, computer based learning modules, meetings, peer-to-peer teaching and conferences. b. Identifies self-learning needs and seeks opportunities for improvement. c. Participates in group activities, meetings, in-services, etc., as well as, personal efforts to gain proficiency in the AACVPR Core Competencies. Required Minimum Education: Bachelor's Degree Exercise Science or related field Required or Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s): All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

• Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor


• Advanced Cardiac Life Support within 180 Days or ACLS - Provisional within 180 Days or ACLS - Instructor within 180 Days

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience: Experience in exercising special populations including cardiac, geriatric, and diabetic patients. Required and Must possess knowledge of EKG, CAD, blood pressure and blood glucose monitoring and treatment options. Required and Cardiac Rehab experience Preferred Group exercise leadership and public speaking experience Preferred Required Minimum Skills: Knowledge of coronary heart disease, cardiopulmonary anatomy and physiology, electrocardiography, and exercising special cardiac populations. High The individual must be able to communicate and understand verbal and written English language and display a positive attitude. High



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Mission, Vision & Values
At a time when the healthcare industry is changing rapidly, Wellstar remains committed to exceeding patients' and team members' expectations, while transforming healthcare delivery.



Our Mission
To enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve.



Our Vision
Deliver worldclass health care to every person, every time.



Our Values

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  We serve with compassion
  
  
  
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  We pursue excellence
  
  
  
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  We honor every voice
  
  
  

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