Clinical Exercise Physiologist I

Baylor Scott & White Health; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate health benefits eligibility

401(k) savings with 5% match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Denton, TX is seeking a Clinical Exercise Physiologist I to coordinate preventive and rehabilitative health care for patients. This role involves observing and assessing patients, performing interventions and testing, and educating patients and families about conditions and treatments.

The successful candidate will develop exercise prescriptions, perform tolerance testing, document outcomes, and work closely with the care team to support patient recovery and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• ACLS and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care by observing and assessing the patient's condition and administering interventions.
• Develops exercise prescriptions based on the medical plan and patient condition.
• Educates patients and families about treatment plans and home exercise programs.
• Documents care and outcomes in the patient record and communicates with the care team.
• Collaborates with team members to coordinate discharge instructions and home programs.
• Participates in CQI processes to improve service quality.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

• We never settle by constantly striving for better.

• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits

• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%

• Tuition Reimbursement

• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

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

Job Summary

The Clinical Exercise Physiologist 1 coordinates and plans preventative and rehabilitative health care for patients. This position provides care by observing and assessing the patient's condition. It involves performing interventions and testing, evaluating care results, and educating patients and families about the condition and treatment.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Provides patient care by observing and assessing the patient's condition. Performs patient care interventions and evaluates the results of care. Exercises and administers medications. Educates patients and their families about the condition, care, and treatment.

• Assess the patient's condition by obtaining their medical history. Use written reports, interviews with the patient or family, and observation.

• Develops exercise prescriptions based on the patient's condition and medical plan. Performs exercise tolerance testing on various patients, following guidelines. Implements care by teaching the patient prescribed exercises. Reassesses the patient's response and modifies the exercise plan as needed. Works closely with team members to coordinate care.

• Documents important assessment information, treatment activities, and patient outcomes in the patient record. Informs team members and family spokesperson of important changes in the patient's condition.

• Educates patients and family members about treatments, patient targets, and steps for ongoing care and rehabilitation. Provides home guidelines. Consoles patients and family members and responds to their concerns.

• Communicates effectively with team members to gather and exchange information about patient assessment, outcomes, and care plans. Helps 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, families, team members, interns, community groups, and health care professionals. Develops educational tools like handouts, pamphlets, and booklets.

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

• Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes and other quality activities. This helps better serve customer needs and improve service quality.

Key Success Factors

• Ability to work exclusively and follow protocol.

• Ability to define challenges, examines 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.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's

• EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience

• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

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

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

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.