Exercise Physiologist-Entry Level

Samaritan Health Services; Albany (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 43,000; Part time

Job summary

Samaritan Albany General Hospital, part of Samaritan Health Services, seeks a Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab Specialist. The role focuses on developing exercise prescriptions, supervising classes, and monitoring physiologic responses in patients with heart and lung conditions. Strong communication and team collaboration are essential.

Responsibilities include education, health promotion, and safety-first interventions during rehabilitation sessions. On-site position with day shifts in Albany, Oregon.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Exercise Physiology required.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• ACLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• ACSM CEP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide individualized exercise prescriptions and supervise exercise classes.
• Assess physiologic responses to exercise and intervene in emergencies.
• Deliver health teaching and promotion to participants.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Time management

Conflict resolution

Social perceptiveness

Medical terminology

Education

BS in Exercise Physiology

Healthcare Provider BLS

ACLS within 90 days

ACSM-CEP preferred

Job description

Facility Samaritan Albany General Hospital

Location Albany, OR

Schedule - Shift .35 (28 hrs/pp) - Day

Department AGH Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab

Remote Status Remote Status: OnSite

Salary Range Salary Range: $21.34 - $31.33

Participates as a team member to provide comprehensive rehabilitative care to participants who suffer from cardiovascular & pulmonary disease. Responsible for the individual exercise prescriptions and safe effective therapy during exercise classes. Assesses physiologic responses to exercise and intervenes in emergencies. Provides health teaching and promotion.

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab teams at Samaritan Health Services design programs to help people who have been diagnosed with heart issues, asthma, COPD (chronic bronchitis, emphysema), bronchiectasis, fibrotic or interstitial diseases of the lung. Staff creates safe and structured exercise programs and provides education on disease management and self-care.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

BS degree in Exercise Physiology required.

Healthcare Provider BLS required upon hire.

ACLS required within 90 days of hire.

ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Patient Care - Possess the skills and knowledge needed to assist and care for others. Ability to recognize symptoms, drug properties and interactions, treatments, and preventive health-care measures within scope of practice.

Communication - Effective written and oral communication skills to explain complex issues, exchange information between team members, and tactfully discuss issues. Ability to perform group presentations and listen to and understand complex information and ideas.

Time Management - Ability to organize, plan and prioritize work to complete within required time frames and to follow-up on pending issues. Ability to perform multiple tasks simultaneously and thrive in dynamic fast-paced environments and under pressure.

Conflict resolution - Ability to proactively resolve conflicts in a positive and constructive manner. Possess the knowledge and skills to handle complaints, settle disputes, and negotiate with others to reach mutually beneficial decisions.

Social Perceptiveness - Ability to work with a diverse population from pediatrics to geriatrics. Basic understanding of age-related differences in caring for and/or communicating with patients and caregivers. Possess personal sensitivity to the needs and experiences of others and a non-judgmental attitude towards persons of differing standards, values, lifestyles, and ages.

Medical Terminology - Knowledge of medical records, procedures and terminology. Ability to read, interpret, and apply policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Rarely
(1 - 10% of the time)

Occasionally
(11 - 33% of the time)

Frequently
(34 - 66% of the time)

Continually
(67 – 100% of the time)

CLIMB - STAIRS

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 40 - 60 Lbs

SQUAT Static (hold >30 sec)

SIT

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 20 - 40 Lbs

SQUAT Repetitive

REACH - Upward

WALK - LEVEL SURFACE

LIFT (Floor to Waist: 0"-36") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Knee to chest: 24"-54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Waist to Eye: up to 54") 0 - 20 Lbs

LIFT (Overhead: 54" and above) 0 - 20 Lbs