Clinical Exercise Physiologist

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Michigan is seeking a Clinical Exercise Physiologist to perform diagnostic stress exams within nuclear cardiology. Candidates will play a critical role in patient care, utilizing advanced imaging techniques to diagnose heart conditions. This position offers a chance to contribute to a leading healthcare institution with opportunities for professional growth, including excellent benefits from the very first day.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective immediately.

2:1 match on retirement savings.

Qualifications

• Requires certification within one year of hire.
• Bachelor's in relevant field necessary.
• Fluency in EKG rhythms is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic stress and pharmacologic exams during nuclear cardiology.
• Monitor patients during exams and administer necessary medications.
• Prepare preliminary stress test results for review.

Skills

Customer service skills

Teamwork

EKG rhythm fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology or related field

ACSM-CEP certification

Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification

Job description

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Job Summary

Performs diagnostic exercise and pharmacologic stress exams in conjunction with Nuclear Cardiology imaging applications, which incorporates the use of radioactive tracers and advanced medical imaging modalities to evaluate, diagnose, and treat heart conditions. Exercises professional judgment in the performance of this service following the Code of Conduct of the appropriate certification board (ACSM). Provides appropriate patient care following the service excellence guidelines to achieve successful completion of the procedure. Contributes as a team member to enhance job stewardship mindful of Internal and External customer service standards.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• 2:1 Match on retirement savings

Responsibilities*

• Perform and monitor diagnostic stress and pharmacologic exams according to established protocols as part of Myocardial Perfusion Imaging in Nuclear medicine which includes the following:
• Patient 12 lead EKG preparation and placement, placement of IV catheters, continuous monitoring of EKG and blood pressure during the NM stress test, administration, and infusion of pharmacologic stress medications along with reversal agents, administration of Radiopharmaceutical tracers during stress testing, completing associated patient history worksheets, contacting scheduled patients to explain the procedure and inform them of any preparations, utilizes nuclear medicine equipment following proper protocols.
• Protocolling patient studies-Determining proper imaging modality (PET vs. SPECT), stress type (pharmacological vs. treadmill), and imaging sequences based on the patient history, attributes and indications on order and routing to NM providers.
• Prepare preliminary stress test results for further review by the Director of Cardiovascular Nuclear Medicine.
• Radiation safety training by RSS for safe handling, administration, and spill response. This includes initial Radiation training upon hire, annual competencies required for ongoing use and handling of radiotracers, radioactive dose handling and administration techniques, dose verification and charting according to local policies for safe handling of radioisotopes, survey meter training and use to recognize spills andto confirm or deny contamination of areas and personnel, radiation spill response training including clean up and decontamination of area, equipment, and personnel, proper radioactive waste management and training for segregation of isotope waste, and personal dosimetry training upon hire and adherence to dosimeter policies.
• Works consistently as a team member willing to assist everyone, crossing modalities when needed.
• Follows Infection Control practices utilizing aseptic techniques, observing Universal precautions, and patient safety standards.
• Assists with the education of Nuclear Medicine Technology Students and/or health care professionals and participates in the division's quality improvement program for the area.
• Possesses a positive work ethic to enhance teamwork in a fast-paced environment and is accountable for actions.
• All other related duties.

RELATED DUTIES

• Proper charting in EPIC and data transfers to PACS.
• Monitors the Order Entries for all patient exams.
• Maintains mandatory competencies for patient safety, infection control, fire safety, corporate compliance, and patient confidentiality. Including additional assigned educational modules for self-improvement.
• Maintains ACLS Certification and ACSM Registry.

Required Qualifications*

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science or a related field that provides eligibility for ACSM-CEP certification.
• Certification by the American College of Sports Medicine as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) is required within one year of date of hire
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Fluency in EKG rhythms to promptly recognize cardiac arrhythmias during stress testing

Desired Qualifications*

• Experience in clinical stress testing and evaluation in nuclear cardiology.
• Experience in venipuncture for IV catheter placement.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to work successfully with patients.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Work Schedule

Days 20 hours per week variable schedule

Work Locations

CVC

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process maybegin as early as the eighth day after posting.Thisopening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.