Exercise Physiologist II

Sutter Health; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Sutter Health's PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD seeks an Exercise Physiologist to guide cardiac rehab patients through safe, personalized programs, monitor responses, and document progress in the EMR.

You will collaborate with the healthcare team, ensure safe equipment use, and develop exercise prescriptions for chronic disease, with a typical 40-hour week and 8-hour shifts, Fridays, Mondays, Thursdays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays as per schedule.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in exercise physiology or related field.
• BLS Healthcare Provider certification.
• ACLS certification required by department.
• 2 years of recent relevant experience.
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
• Ability to respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Develop personalized exercise programs for cardiac rehab.
• Monitor vital signs during rehab classes.
• Ensure safe use of exercise equipment.
• Document patient progress in EMR.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team.

Skills

Anatomy and physiology

Exercise testing

Equipment quality control

Critical thinking

Emergency response

Multitasking

Exercise prescriptions

Education

Bachelor's in exercise physiology or related field

Job description

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

Organization

PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD

Position Overview

As an Exercise Physiologist, you’ll play an important role in supporting patients through safe, individualized cardiac rehabilitation and therapeutic exercise. You’ll develop personalized exercise programs, monitor vital signs and patient response during cardiac rehab classes, ensure safe use of equipment, and recognize when medical intervention may be needed. You’ll also collaborate closely with the healthcare team to support coordinated care and document patient progress through the electronic medical record.

Job Description

These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).

Education

Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma. Bachelor's: exercise physiology or related field

Certification & Licensure

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

Department Required Certification And Licensure

ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support:

• PAMF Cardiology
• SGMF Cardiology
• SMF Cardiology

Typical Experience

2 years recent relevant experience

Skills And Knowledge

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics.
• In-depth knowledge of exercise testing, exercise equipment and quality control.
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize independently with follow through in a timely manner.
• Ability to design, implement, and supervise individualized exercise prescriptions for people with chronic disease and disabling conditions.
• Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

Job Shift

Days

Schedule

Full Time

Shift Hours

8

Days Of The Week

Friday, Monday, Thursday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Weekend Requirements

None

Benefits

Yes

Unions

No

Position Status

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

40

Employee Status

Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

Pay Range is $50.15 to $70.21 / hour

The posted pay range is based on the position's primary work location. Candidates who reside and work outside of that location may be subject to a different pay range based on their work location. Candidate starting salaries consider multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.