Exercise Physiologist I

ECU Health; Edenton (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ECU Health in Edenton, North Carolina, is seeking a qualified individual to plan, implement, and supervise exercise prescription for patients. Candidates should possess a Master's Degree in Exercise Science or equivalent, alongside required ACSM and BLS certifications.

The role emphasizes a customer-centered approach, focusing on the goals of participants in the exercise programs. This position involves team leadership and may require prior experience in cardiovascular rehabilitation.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree or higher in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or equivalent field.
• ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum one year experience in Phase 2 Cardiovascular and/or Pulmonary Rehabilitation preferred.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, supervise, and monitor exercise prescription and progression.
• Educate, motivate, and assist customers/patients.
• Cultivate a customer/patient-centered approach in programming.

Skills

Knowledge of exercise prescription

Customer/patient education

Team leadership

Motivation and monitoring skills

Education

Master's Degree in Exercise Science or equivalent field

Tools

BLS certification

ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist certification

Job description

Position Summary

Plan, implement, supervise, and monitor exercise prescription and progression in groups and one on one. Educate, motivate, monitor and assist customers/patients to assure safety and a positive experience. Cultivate a customer/patient and family centered approach by including goals and wishes of the participant/patient in the exercise programming/prescription. May serve as team leader for specialty program of expertise.

Minimum Requirements

• Master's Degree or higher in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or an equivalent field. A Master's degree in another area would be acceptable with 3-5 years of experience within the field of cardiopulmonary rehab.
• ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) certification must be achieved within 6 months of hire.
• A minimum of one (1) year experience in Phase 2 Cardiovascular and/or Pulmonary Rehabilitation preferred.
• Current BLS certification.

Other Information

ECU Health

About ECU Health Chowan Hospital

ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton is a 25-bed critical access hospital which provides programs and services to 110,000 people in 6 counties. The facility offers medical and surgical services, including intensive care, a specialty care clinic and a dedicated outpatient surgery area with endoscopy capabilities. A 7-bed emergency department serves approximately 15,000 patients per year and team members at the facility have access to a telemedicine link with the Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University.

General Statement

It is the goal of ECU Health and its entities to employ the most qualified individual who best matches the requirements for the vacant position.

Offers of employment are subject to successful completion of all pre-employment screenings, which may include an occupational health screening, criminal record check, education, reference, and licensure verification.

We value diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Decisions of employment are made based on business needs, job requirements and applicant’s qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, genetic information and testing, family and medical leave, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other status protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint.