Exercise Physiologist - Pulmonary Rehab

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA seeks a Licensed Clinical Exercise Physiologist to guide cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and optimize patients' functional status.

You will design initial exercise prescriptions per ACSM and AACVPR guidelines, coordinate with physicians and hospital teams, and monitor progress across all phases of care. Responsibilities include evaluating progress, recognizing potential emergencies during exercise, and ensuring safe, evidence-based treatment for patients

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science or MEd in exercise studies from ACSM-approved program.
• Current Louisiana licensure as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist.
• Current BLS certification from ILCOR-approved provider.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admission and initial exercise prescription per ACSM and AACVPR guidelines.
• Evaluate progress and recognize emergencies during exercise.
• Collaborate with physicians and hospital staff to support cardiopulmonary care.

Education

Master’s Degree in Exercise Science

Master of Education in Exercise Studies

Licensed by Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.

We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Work Shift:

Monday - Friday: 7:00a - 4:30p (Varying Shifts)

Summary of the Job:

The Licensed Clinical Exercise Physiologist is a professional caregiver who assumes responsibility for patients recovering from any acute coronary event in an effort to facilitate restoration and maintenance of the patient’s optimal physiological, psychological, social, vocational, and emotional status. This position will work closely with the patient’s physician, staff members and other hospital departments to coordinate admission and to establish initial exercise prescription utilizing ACSM and AACVPR practice guidelines. The Licensed Clinical Exercise Physiologist will focus on cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal systems, cardiac risk factors and functional capacity for patients in all phases of Cardiopulmonary Services. This position evaluates the Cardiopulmonary Services patient’s progress toward goals and recognizes potential emergency situations during exercise.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Exercise Science or a Master of Education Degree in an exercise studies curriculum from an accredited school which is approved by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
• Current licensed with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist.
• Current BLS certification through any International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR) provided courses such as but not limited to: Ochsner Health System, American Heart Association, and American Red Cross. The ILCOR course must include a manikin check off.

Physical Demands:

Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 50 pounds is required.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) – seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, reaching, handling/feeling, talking, hearing
• Occasionally (1%-33%) – climbing, stooping, crouching

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.