Exercise Physiologist - CV Health and Wellness Center (.6 FTE Days) Kirkland, Washington | Department: Cardiovascular Health and Wellness Center | Job Type: Part-Time

EvergreenHealth

  • Kirkland, WA
  • $32.27-51.64 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
DescriptionWage Range: $32.27 - $51.64 per hourPosted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.Job Summary:Responsible for case managing patients enrolled in the cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, for providing wellness and fitness related services to the public as well as EvergreenHealth employees.Primary Duties: * Conducts initial assessment of patients and develop a treatment plan tailored to meet patient and program goals.
  • Provides surveillance of patients during exercise and adjust their exercise regime when indicated. The surveillance includes but not limited to EKG and hemodynamic responses and interpretation. Provides home exercise guidelines.
  • Serves as liaison between the patient and other healthcare providers to provide a continuum of care.
  • Identifies and facilitates referrals to other healthcare providers (i.e., Psychiatrist, Dietitian, Vocational Counselor, etc.) as determined by the patient's treatment plan.
  • Implements behavior change strategies to facilitate modification in the patient's cardiac risk factor profile.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
License, Certification, Education or Experience:REQUIRED for the position:
  • Bachelor's degree in exercise or related field
  • Experience in exercise prescription group exercise supervision, and age-appropriate education with cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation patients
  • Demonstrated advanced knowledge in exercise physiology, cardiovascular physiology, and cardiovascular disease testing and treatments
  • Strong skillset in ECG/arrhythmia recognition
  • ACSM Exercise Specialist, AACVPR Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional, or RCEP certification within 6 months of hire
  • Current Healthcare Provider BLS-American Heart Association by start date
  • Current Healthcare Provider ACLS- American Heart Association certification within three months of hire
DESIRED for the position:
  • Master's degree in exercise or related field.
  • 2 years of experience in cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Experience in all phases of cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation
  • Experience in case management and creating individual treatment plans for cardiac and pulmonary patients.
Benefit Information:
Choices that care for you and your familyAt EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees' commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
  • Medical, vision and dental insurance
  • On-demand virtual health care
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Retirement plans 457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
  • Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
  • Paid Time Off/Vacation
  • Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
  • Paid holidays
  • Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
  • Voluntary identity theft protection
  • Voluntary legal insurance
  • Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
  • Free parking
  • Commuter benefits
  • Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount
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