Exercise Physiologist - Heart & Vascular Imaging

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Responsible to the Coordinator of designated area of Cardiovascular Center for maintaining patient flow, design of exercise parameters and maintenance of overall safety of patient during exercise / testing sessions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Master of Science Degree in Exercise Physiology and / or other Allied Health related degree required
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification) required within six months of hire CPR / BLS certificate for Health Care Providers required
• A minimum of 6 months clinical cardiovascular experience or equivalent internship.

PR EFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) Exercise Specialist Certification desired Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP)
• or AACVPR (American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (CCRP) Certified Cardiac Rehab Professional desired

P HYSICAL REQUIREMENTS* :

• Able to sit / stand frequently; walk occasionally.
• Able to lift 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-50 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to carry 0-10 lbs. frequently; 11-50 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to push 0-10 lbs. constantly; 11-20 lbs. frequently; 21-75 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to pull 0-20 lbs. frequently; 21-35 lbs. occasionally.
• Able to reach constantly. Able to use hands for simple / firm grasping.
• Appended to this job description is the Work Task Analysis that further describes the physical requirements appropriate for this role.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

For more information : https : / / this.pennstatehealth.org / #thisIsPennStateHealth

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below :

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

For a full list with more detailed information : https : / / www.pennstatehealth.org / careers / working-here / total-rewards

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider.

As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day.

Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other.

As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence that’s Penn State Health.

But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position.

All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.