Clinical Exercise Physiologist - PRN

Job Description

Baylor Scott & White Heart and Vascular Hospital | Waxahachie

Address :  Waxahachie Cardiac Rehab - 2400 N I-35 E, Waxahachie, TX 75165

Work Schedule :   PRN 6 : 15a – 4 : 00p (shifts can occur Monday-Friday)  9 hour shifts with a ½ hour lunch. Will work rotating week days, depending on the needs of the business.  Must be available to work every Friday.  Schedule, may expand as the business need increases.

Opportunities to travel and work in other Baylor Scott &  White Health Cardiac Rehab Facilities. Primary Sites supported are :

• Waxahachie Cardiac Rehab  – 2460 N I-35 E, Waxahachie, TX 75165 ,
• Dallas – Landry,  411 N. Washington St., Dallas, TX,
• Fort Worth Cardiac Rehab : (In the Carter Rehab & Fitness Center) 1400 8th   Avenue,  Fort Worth, TX,
• Plano : 4716 Alliance Blvd Pavilion II Ste 340, Plano, TX 75093
• The Heart Group Denton : 3333 Colorado Blvd. Denton, TX 76210

Training Schedule :   Must be available 4 days a week for training the first 8-12 weeks (Mon – Fr : 6 : 15a – 4p)

Desired skills / experience :

Will consider new grads and pending credentials with cardiovascular backgrounds or clinicals that include cardiovascular stress testing and ability to administer, read and interpret EKGs. Correct

Education - Must have a Bachelor's degree in Exercise science, Exercise physiology or a related field. New Grads with cardiac rehab externship experience welcomed!

Certification / License / Registration – At least one of the following preferred : : ACSM-Cert Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP), Cert Cardiac Rehab Prof (CCRP), NSCA-Cert Personal Trainer (NSCA-CPT), Registered Nurse (RN), Reg Respiratory Therapist (RRT). Encouraged to obtain credential within 1yr.

Populations : Adult / geriatric. Mostly therapy related fitness.  Cater to a variety of cardiology modalities.  Including patients on a transplant list, inpatient / outpatient cardiac rehab, pulmonary, cardiology, arrythmia patients trying to get their strength back. Lots of cross training, between physical therapy, cardiology, and cardiac rehab, and post rehab. Very medically focused hospital inpatient and outpatient fitness program with ambulating patients.

JOB SUMMARY

The Clinical Exercise Physiologist 1 is responsible for coordinating and planning preventative and rehabilitative health care for patients. This position provides patient care by observing and assessing the patient's condition, performing patient care interventions and testing, evaluating the results of care and medications administered, and educating patients and their families about the nature, care and treatment of the patient's condition.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

Provides patient care by observing and assessing the patient's condition; performing patient care interventions, evaluating the results of care, exercise and medications administered; and educating patients and their families about the nature, care and treatment of the patient's condition and disease management.

Assesses the condition of assigned patient by obtaining the patient's medical history through written reports, interviewing the patient and / or family members and through observation.

Develops exercise prescriptions consistent with the assessment of the patient's condition and complementary to the medical plan of care and the patient's goals. Performs appropriate exercise tolerance testing on various patient populations and follows appropriate procedures and guidelines when performing tests. Implements a plan of care by teaching the patient how to perform the prescribed exercises. Reassesses and evaluates the patient's response to exercise, and modifies exercise prescription as needed. Works closely with other team members in coordinating the care administered.

Documents pertinent assessment information, treatment activities, and patient outcomes in the patient record (manual and / or computer entry). Informs appropriate team members and family spokesperson of pertinent changes in the patient's condition.

Educates patients and family members by communicating about treatments administered, the objectives for the patient, and necessary steps for continuing patient care and rehabilitation as well as home guidelines. Comforts patients and family members and responds to their concerns.

Communicates effectively with team members in order to gather and exchange information related to patient assessment, outcome and the planning and implementation of care plans. Supports activities of clinical care technicians and other unit support personnel. Participates in patient care conferences. Assists in developing and implementing discharge instructions and home programs.

Researches, develops and delivers educational programs for patients, patient families, team members, student interns, community groups, and other interested health care professionals. Develops educational tools such as handouts, pamphlets, booklets, etc.

Maintains knowledge of current trends related to exercise physiology and cardiovascular rehabilitation and contributes to the learning experience of students in health professions.

Participates in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes and other quality monitoring and improvement activities in order to better serve the customer needs and to improve the quality of services provided.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

Ability to work independently and follow protocol.

Ability to define challenges, analyzes problems, and develops and implements solutions in a proactive and positive manner.

High attention to detail in fast paced and dynamic environment.

Ability to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity.

Ability to communicate effectively with customers and employees of organization.

Demonstration of computer skills and the ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.

BENEFITS

Our competitive benefits package includes the following

Note : Benefits may vary based upon position type and / or level

QUALIFICATIONS

 ACLS (ACLS) : ACLS or ACLS within 30 days of hire / transfer.

 Basic Life Support (BLS) : BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire / transfer.