Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Lehigh Valley Health Network; Hellertown (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc. in Hellertown, PA, seeks an experienced Cardiac Rehab Specialist to supervise stress testing and exercise interventions for high-risk patients in a dynamic inpatient/outpatient setting.

You will collaborate with physicians and the health team to deliver high-quality diagnostic testing and rehab services. The role requires a Master’s in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology, ACSM/ACL S certifications within 1 year, and PA ACLS/BLS credentials.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac A&P and hemodynamic response to exercise.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac exercise protocols.

Responsibilities

• Supervises stress testing/intervention for inpatient/outpatient settings.
• Communicates with physicians regarding test indications and changes in patient condition.
• Prepares patients for testing and ensures proper lead placement.
• Evaluates patient responses including blood pressure and heart rhythms during testing.
• Supports onboarding of new employees and students.
• Provides education on exercise, health, and lifestyle modification.

Skills

ACLS

Cardiac rehab

Critical thinking

Multitask under pressure

Teamwork

Educational skills

Computer skills

Rhythm recognition

ECG knowledge

End points judgment

Education

Master’s Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology

ACLS - Pennsylvania

American Heart Association BLS - Pennsylvania

ACSM Certification within 1 year PA

CCRP Certification within 1 year PA

Tools

ECG equipment

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Supervises and oversees the performance of inpatient and/or outpatient stress testing or exercise and physical fitness testing in lieu of physician presence. Assesses the cardiovascular and metabolic effects of exercise on the cardiac and/or high-risk patient population. Collaborates with physicians and other health care team members to deliver a high-quality diagnostic test/intervention.

Job Duties

• Determines appropriate stress exercise protocol for patient based on medical history, patient evaluation, resting EKG, and indication for test/intervention.
• Recognizes indications and contraindications for stress testing/intervention.
• Communicates with Physician if questions or discussion regarding stress type ordered, intervention appropriateness or changes in patient condition warrants.
• Prepares patient for testing/intervention, including explanation and proof of patient understanding and proper lead placement.
• Supervises patient during inpatient and/or outpatient stress testing/intervention (Treadmill Exercise Stress, Nuclear Exercise, Nuclear Pharmacological, Stress Echocardiography, and/or Graded-progressive cardio-pulm exercise) using critical judgment skills and monitor patient for inappropriate responses based on indications for and limitations to stress testing/intervention to achieve a high-quality outcome
• Evaluates patient’s anatomy and physiology, hemodynamic, and vital sign response during testing/intervention and detects any abnormal responses including BP and arrhythmia response.
• Recognizes end-points for testing and/or end-point for treatment session.
• Integrates exercise testing data into documentation for final report interpretation by Physician.
• Recognizes appropriateness for physician presence during stress testing/intervention.
• Performs holter monitor scan analysis, as needed.
• Participates and supports the supervision and onboarding of new employees and student interns.
• Provides education on exercise, health and lifestyle modification, as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology
• Strong knowledge of cardiac A&P and hemodynamic response to exercise with understanding of end points for testing/intervention
• Strong knowledge base of cardiac exercise protocols and ability to select most appropriate for patient stress testing/intervention.
• Strong knowledge of cardiac rhythms and arrhythmia recognition.
• Critical thinking and judgment skills with the ability to evaluate patient response to exercise during testing/intervention.
• Ability to multitask and work well under stress and in an emergency situation.
• Ability to work interdependently.
• Ability to use pc software programs.
• Ability to develop an individualized exercise prescription for cardiac, pulmonary, and vascular patients based on clinical results of assessment and/or exercise stress test
• Ability to evaluate the patient’s responses to exercise conditioning.
• Demonstrates strong educational teaching abilities for patient education, both individual and group as indicated
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of cardiac risk factors and lifestyle modifications
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - State of Pennsylvania
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support - State of Pennsylvania Upon Hire
• ACSM-Cert Tr-Exer Spec-Hlth-Fit Inst-Exer Phys - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year or
• CCRP-Cert Cardiac Rehab Professional AACPRPCC - State of Pennsylvania within 1 Year

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical internship in diagnostic stress testing (diseased population) and
• Basic and advanced ECG courses with the performance of a 12-lead ECG evaluation and dysrhythmia recognition
• 1 year cardiovascular stress testing experience or
• 1 year cardiopulmonary rehab experience

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

708 Main St

Primary Location:

Health Center at Hellertown

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Work Schedule:

variable 8 hours/day 3 days/week

Department:

1004-06262 Cardiac Rehab - Htown