Clinical Exercise Physiologist (Part-Time)

UCI; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Sick and vacation time

Retirement savings plans

Access to discounts and perks

Job summary

UCI in Newport Beach is looking for an incumbent to assist with fitness evaluations, including various cardio respiratory and physiological tests. Responsibilities involve monitoring patient conditions and making judgment calls during tests.

The ideal candidate will have skills in managing testing situations, excellent organizational skills, and be certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support. UCI offers a comprehensive benefits package and is dedicated to inclusive hiring practices.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of American College of Sports Medicine Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription.
• Ability to accommodate and manage a variety of testing situations and clients.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills.
• Excellent verbal and written English language skills.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification.
• Experience in administering and interpreting 12 lead EKG treadmill tests.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the execution of fitness evaluations as outlined by academic supervisors.
• Monitor patient symptoms, blood pressure and EKG tracing during treadmill testing.
• Consult with academic supervisors on a case by case basis regarding testing decisions.

Skills

Knowledge of American College of Sports Medicine Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription

Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills

Excellent verbal and written English language skills

Ability to accommodate and manage a variety of testing situations and clients

Experience in administering and interpreting 12 lead EKG treadmill tests

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification

Tools

NIOSH Spirometry Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

Under general direction, the incumbent will assist with the execution of fitness evaluations as broadly outlined by academic supervisors. The testing will include, but is not limited to, cardio respiratory stress testing (with and without oxygen uptake measurements), muscular strength and endurance, abdominal endurance, flexibility and body composition measurements. Other measurements may include basic physiological parameters (blood pressure, heart rate, height, weight, pulmonary function and resting 12-lead ECG). Monitor patient symptoms, blood pressure and EKG tracing during treadmill testing. Use judgment, initiative, and resourcefulness in making testing decisions, consulting with the academic supervisor on a case by case basis.

Qualifications

Required:

• Knowledge of American College of Sports Medicine Guidelines for Exercise Testing and Prescription
• Ability to accommodate and manage a variety of testing situations and clients
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills
• Excellent verbal and written English language skills
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• Experience in administering and interpreting 12 lead EKG treadmill tests

Preferred:

• NIOSH Spirometry Certification (will train)

Total Rewards

In addition to the salary range listed below, we offer a wealth of benefits to make working at UCI even more rewarding. These benefits may include medical insurance, sick and vacation time, retirement savings plans, and access to a number of discounts and perks. Please utilize the links listed here to learn more about our compensation practices and benefits.

Conditions of Employment:

The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:

• Background Check and Live Scan
• Employment Misconduct*
• Legal Right to work in the United States
• Vaccination Policies
• Smoking and Tobacco Policy
• Drug Free Environment

*Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts a conditional offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; received notice of any allegations or are currently the subject of any administrative or disciplinary proceedings involving misconduct; have left a position after receiving notice of allegations or while under investigation in an administrative or disciplinary proceeding involving misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of misconduct with a previous employer.

Details of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

• California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• E-Verify
• Pre-Placement Health Evaluation

Closing Statement:

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC Anti-Discrimination Policy. We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].