EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST, CARDIAC REHAB

SGMC Health Careers; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee discounts

Company paid life insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Cancer Insurance

Accident Insurance

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

On-the-job training and skills develop

Opportunities for growth and advance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

SGMC Health Careers is seeking a Cardiac Rehab team member to deliver comprehensive rehabilitation services. You will assess patients, plan customized exercise programs, and work with a multidisciplinary team to enhance cardiovascular health.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Exercise Physiology, CPR (C), and ACSM CEP preferred, with ACLS within 6 months. Full-time, on-site position in the Administrative Services Building.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology required.
• ACLS within 6 months of employment required.
• Dysrhythmia competency required.
• ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services to patients.
• Assess, plan and implement fitness programs to improve cardiorespiratory function.
• Lead or participate in a team to deliver rehab sessions.

Skills

CPR (C)

Dysrhythmia competency

ACSM CEP certification

ACLS certification

Team leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Policy interpretation

Education

B.S. in Exercise Physiology

Job description

Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose

No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence

We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit.

We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance.

We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION : Administrative Services Building

DEPARTMENT: CARDIAC REHAB

SCHEDULE: Full Time, 8 HR Day Shift, 80

POSITION SUMMARY

Works as a member of the Cardiac Rehab team to provide cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation services to patients. Assess, plan and/or implement fitness programs that include exercise or physical activities such as those designed to improve cardiorespiratory function, body composition, muscular strength, muscular endurance, or flexibility.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s Degree of Science in Exercise Physiology.
• Current CPR (C) required.
• Dysrhythmia competency required.
• American College of Sports Medicine Certified Exercise Physiologist, ACSM CEP, certification preferred.
• ACLS within 6 months of employment.
• One (1) year experience in related specialty area preferred.
• Ability to work well individually and as a team leader or member.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to new situations, manage priorities and utilize problem-solving techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret policies, standards, and think critically evaluating patient care issues
• Ability to communicate clearly with, and care for diverse population of patients/family units of all ages, a variety of cultures, and/or persons occasionally exhibiting stressed behaviors.

WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION

Physical Demands: Must able to lift up to 75 pounds, bend, pull, push, and walk without restrictions. Duties require considerable sitting, standing, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of fifty pounds on occasion), and pushing objects (carts, beds, and wheelchairs). Working environment: Air-conditioned building with carpeted and tiled floors. Work may require exposure to communicable diseases.