Exercise Physiologist - PT - Day/Evening

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Fredericksburg, Virginia, is seeking a qualified candidate to develop and evaluate exercise programs for inpatients and outpatients. The role involves supporting patient care, promoting wellness, and ensuring effective use of rehabilitation resources. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, relevant certifications, and experience in a related field. This position emphasizes a strong commitment to quality service and patient engagement.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent; Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science preferred.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required.
• AHA ACLS required in three months.
• ACSM Test Technology certification preferred.
• One (1) year related experience for all qualified clinicians preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement exercise prescriptions and programs for inpatients and outpatients.
• Teach established programs and procedures, such as stress test procedures.
• Train staff and students to develop understanding and skills.
• Maintain proficiency in equipment and machinery used in programs.
• Evaluate educational programs to enhance wellness.
• Maintain inventory of supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Enroll prospective patients into Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation.

Skills

Exercise prescription development

Patient orientation and training

Cardiopulmonary rehabilitation knowledge

BLS and ACLS certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science

Job description

Start the day excited to make a difference...end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Job Summary: This position is responsible to develop, implement and evaluate exercise prescriptions and programs for inpatients and outpatients. These responsibilities include the performance of educational, consultative and administrative tasks within the Department. Other duties include the facilitation of quality patient care, promote wellness and enhance the quality of health care services available at the Hospital. This position must demonstrate a commitment of quality service to our patients, the public and our co-workers.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Develops and implements exercise prescriptions and programs for inpatients and outpatients to promote safe, effective rehabilitative exercise programs.
• Implements and teaches established programs and procedures, such as stress test procedures, to meet patient needs.
• Assists in the process of orientating and training of staff and students in order to develop understanding and skills.
• Understands and remains proficient in the use of equipment and machinery used in programs to ensure effective operation and continuous availability for patients.
• Participates and evaluates educational programs to enhance understanding and development of "wellness" attitudes and practice for hospital Associates, patients and community members.
• Maintains inventory of necessary supplies, materials and equipment to ensure effectiveness of operations.
• Develops and implements systems to enroll prospective patients into Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation. This would include insurance verification, gathering patient medical records and patient scheduling.

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent; Bachelors degree in Exercise Science preferred.
• AHA BLS Provider CPR required
• AHA ACLS required in three months
• ACSM Test Technology certification preferred.
• One (1) year related experience for all qualified clinicians preferred.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.