Exercise Physiologist

Lincare; Fredonia (KS); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 64.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Lincare in the United States is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to analyze medical history, conduct fitness and stress tests, measure vital signs, and create individualized exercise prescriptions to support recovery and health.

You will perform CPET, monitor vital signs, adjust plans based on risk, educate patients on healthy lifestyles, and document outcomes in the medical record while maintaining safety and infection control.

Formación

• Analyzes medical history and conducts fitness evaluations.
• Develops customized exercise programs based on prescribed goals.
• Monitors vital signs during exercise sessions and adjusts plans accordingly.

Responsabilidades

• Conducts fitness evaluations and functional assessments.
• Assists in orientation and intake of new patients.
• Develops customized exercise programs including cardiopulmonary training and rehab protocols.
• Administers breathing exercises, dyspnea management, therapeutic exercises, and psychosocial assessment.
• Monitors progress and vital signs during sessions.
• Communicates assessments and updates with the healthcare team.
• Documents clinical information in the medical record.
• Schedules appointments for diagnostic and respiratory care services.

Conocimientos

Fitness evaluations

Cardiopulmonary training

Breathing exercises

Psychosocial assessment

Exercise prescription

Descripción del empleo

The Exercise Physiologist analyzes a patient's medical history, conducts fitness and stress tests, measures vital signs, and develops individualized exercise prescriptions to improve the patient's overall health and aid in the recovery from various medical conditions according to the physicians' individualized prescription and Plan of Care.

Job Functions

• Conducts fitness evaluations and functional assessments to identify individual needs, limitations, and any potential risks exercise may pose
• Assists in the orientation and intake of all new patients
• Develops customized exercise programs based on prescribed goals, including cardiopulmonary training, strength training, flexibility exercises, and rehabilitation protocols
• Administers breathing exercises, dyspnea management, therapeutic exercises, psychosocial assessment/management, work simplification strategies, and assistive technologies
• Monitors progress through regular assessments, monitors heart rate, blood pressure, respiratory rate, and oxygen saturation during exercise sessions
• Identifies potential risks associated with exercise based on medical history and adjusts exercise plans accordingly
• Provides patients with education on healthy lifestyle habits, nutrition, and exercise techniques to optimize therapy results
• Performs cardiopulmonary exercise tests to evaluate cardiopulmonary functions and the presence of any limitations
• Communicates assessments and updates on the patient's Plan of Care with members of the healthcare team and referring physicians
• Documents accurate and complete clinical information in the patient's medical record
• Maintains a safe and clean work environment by complying with all applicable rules, regulations, and procedures for safety management and infection control
• Schedules patient's appointments for diagnostic and respiratory care services