Clinical Exercise Physiologist, Cardiac Rehab - Full Time

Mercy Health Corporation; Lake Geneva (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Generous PTO and paid parental leave

Career advancement and educational机会

Tuition and certification reimburse

Well-being Programs

Employee discounts

On-Demand Pay

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking a Clinical Exercise Physiologist to support cardiac rehabilitation at Lake Geneva and Janesville locations. You will assess patients, monitor sessions, and develop individualized treatment plans within a multidisciplinary team.

The role involves patient education, documentation, and coordination of care, with potential support for wellness and community programs. A Bachelor's in Exercise Physiology is required; Master's preferred and BLS cert is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or related field.
• Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.
• Certification through ACSM or AACVPR required within 3 years if no Master's.
• Current BLS certification.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor patients: biometric data, EKG, medical history, exercise tolerance, mental health, quality of life, diet.
• Conduct exercise testing and measure strength, endurance, flexibility.
• Develop, modify, and implement treatment plans with exercise prescriptions.
• Lead exercise training and instruct proper technique and safety.
• Provide education and support for behavior change and goal setting.
• Document progress in medical records and report to providers.
• Maintain safe environment and infection control; address equipment issues.
• Coordinate scheduling and referrals for first appointments.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Tools

Office (Windows)

Job description

OVERVIEW

The Clinical Exercise Physiologist works as part of a multidisciplinary team supporting patients through cardiac rehabilitation by conducting assessments, monitoring exercise sessions, developing treatment plans, and providing patient education. The position also includes managing a patient caseload, documenting progress, coordinating care, and modifying treatment plans based on clinical outcomes. Depending on department needs, the role may also support wellness, fitness, occupational health, and community-based programs.

SCHEDULE

• 9 am -5:30 pm - Monday and Wednesday
• 8:30 am - 4:30 pm - Tuesday and Thursday
• 8 am - 2:30 pm - Friday

Work locations: Lake Geneva and Janesville

Shift: Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient assessment/monitoring: biometric data, EKG, medical record/patient history review, medication reconciliation, signs and symptoms, exercise tolerance, mental health status, quality of life, dietary habits.
• Exercise testing: submaximal and exercise tolerance testing, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility.
• Exercise prescription and treatment plan development. Treatment plan/exercise implementation. Identifies needed exercise modifications. Makes changes to the treatment plan per the changing needs of the patient.
• Exercise training and leadership: communicates proper execution of the exercise and use of equipment, communicates safety strategies.
• Education and behavior change: identifies educational needs, communicates health information, facilitates attendance to group education classes, patient goal setting and engagement, uses strategies like motivational interviewing and active listening to facilitate successful behavior change.
• Documentation: documents and report patient's clinical status and response to exercise training in the medical record. Completes regular progress reporting to referring providers and medical director.
• Environment: maintains safe environment by participating in infection control procedures and reporting any equipment malfunctions or environmental concerns in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Scheduling/Referral Work Que Management: reaches out to patients in a timely manner to talk with them about the program and scheduling for the first appointment

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology or related field required.
Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology preferred.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

If no Master's Degree, Certification through ACSM (Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist) or AACVPR (Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional or Pulmonary Rehabilitation Certificate) required within 3 years.
Current BLS certification. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Interpretive/analytical skills. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Organizational skills. Windows software knowledge (Office).

LEVEL OF SUPERVISION

Work is performed according to specific policies and procedures and guidelines, but the incumbent must be able to make some clinical decisions independently.

PAY RANGE

$23.18 - $36.91

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women