Exercise Physiologist (casual position)

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement program

Time away from work

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Onsite clinic

Job summary

Park Nicollet Health Services is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to join our rehabilitation team, performing direct patient care across Cardiac, Pulmonary, Cancer, and Employee Fitness programs. You will assess patients, plan treatment, supervise sessions, prescribe exercise, and document progress.

Casual position with variable shifts in Minnesota, offering a supportive environment focused on safe, individualized care and ongoing professional growth within a nonprofit health system that values

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree in Exercise Physiology required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• ACSM Exercise Specialist certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care in Rehab and Fitness Center.
• Assess patients and develop treatment plans.
• Supervise exercise sessions and prescribe exercise programs.
• Document progress and outcomes for patients.

Skills

Patient assessment

Exercise supervision

Documentation

Cardiac rehab knowledge

Education

BS in Exercise Physiology

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Health testing devices

Exercise equipment

Office equipment

Job description

Methodist is looking to hire an Exercise Physiologist to join our rehabilitation team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

Perform direct patient care for patients in the Rehab and Fitness Center. Programs include, but are not limited to, Cardiac Rehab Phase I, II, and III, Pulmonary Rehab, Cancer Rehab and Employee Fitness Program. Duties may include but are not limited to patient assessment, treatment planning, exercise session supervision, exercise prescription, and proper documentation.

Work Schedule

Casual position, variable shifts

Required Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • BS or BA degree in Exercise Physiology
• Licensure/ Registration/ Certification:
  • NA
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients.
  • Proven proficiency in the operation of the following: Health testing devices, Exercise equipment, Office equipment (copy machine, fax, telephone)

Preferred Qualifications

• Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:
  • Master’s degree
  • Previous experience (1+ year) in a similar setting ACSM Exercise Specialist preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Demonstrates an understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathology of heart disease, exercise and heart disease, cardiac risk factor modification, blood pressure and heart rate monitoring.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of effects of exercise and ability to modify program as needed for everyone.
  • Has basic knowledge of nutrition, risk factors and behavior modification strategies.

Benefits

• Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work.

We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high-quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improve lives around the world.

At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work-life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care.

Join us in our mission to improve the health and well-being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identify, status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.