Exercise Physiologist

Spaulding Rehabilitation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 66,878,000 - 95,619,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation in Cambridge, MA seeks an Exercise Physiologist for the ExPD Program to design and supervise cardiac rehabilitation exercise plans within a multidisciplinary team.

The role involves performing stress tests, interpreting ECGs, educating patients on activity and nutrition, documenting findings, and coordinating with nurses and physicians to optimize patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology required; MS in Exercise Physiology preferred.
• ACLS/BLS certifications preferred.
• 2–3 years experience in an acute care hospital/cardiac rehab program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assessments – Executive Physicals and Health Fit Assessments.
• Conduct stress tests using ECG machines.
• Recommend methods to increase lifestyle physical activity.
• Explain exercise program or testing procedures to participants.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Advise patients about nutrition and ongoing exercise regimens; may teach classes and conduct research.
• Document thoroughly in the chart for review by the provider.
• Follow hospital and department procedures and policies.

Skills

Equipment operation

Analytical skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Independence

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Bachelor's Degree in Kinesiology

Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology

Tools

Medical equipment

EMR systems

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Exercise Physiologist wanted for Spaulding ExPD Program

Summary

Demonstrates advanced knowledge pertaining to the design, evaluation, and standards of exercise programs for who patients who qualify or are undergoing cardiac rehabilitation. Functions as an essential ember of a multidisciplinary team directing, coordinating, and providing special expertise to staff, patients, and families participating in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program and other Exercise Programs.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions

• Assessments – Executive Physicals and Health Fit Assessments
• Conduct stress tests, using electrocardiograph (EKG) machines.
• Recommend methods to increase lifestyle physical activity.
• Explain exercise program or physiological testing procedures to participants.
• Monitor, record, and report symptoms or changes in patients' conditions.
• Advises patients about nutrition and ongoing exercise regimens may teach classes and conduct research.
• Thoroughly and legibly documents in chart to be reviewed by provider
• Follows hospital and department procedures and policies.

Qualifications

Education Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology required or Bachelor's Degree Kinesiology required or Master's Degree Exercise Physiology preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support [ACLS (AHA)] - American Heart Association (AHA) preferred Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Experience experience working in an acute care hospital/cardiac rehabilitation program 2-3 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Skillfully utilize and maintain specialized equipment, devices and computer program. - Strong quantitative and analytical skills. - Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG and reports any abnormal values to RN. - Strong customer service mindset. - Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask. - Ability to work independently with only general supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionsally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

Grade

5

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EEO Statement

1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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