Exercise Physiologist - Pulmonary Rehab

St. Tammany Health System; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System in Covington, LA, seeks a Licensed Clinical Exercise Physiologist to lead cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and exercise prescription for patients recovering from acute coronary events.

You will collaborate with physicians and hospital teams to coordinate admission and initiate individualized exercise programs based on ACSM and AACVPR guidelines. The role emphasizes cardiopulmonary assessment, functional capacity evaluation, and prompt recognition of potential emergencies

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Exercise Science or an M.Ed. in exercise studies from an ACSM-approved program.
• Current licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist.
• Current BLS certification through ILCOR-compliant courses (e.g., AHA, Red Cross) with manikin check-off.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate admission and establish initial exercise prescription using ACSM and AACVPR guidelines.
• Focus on cardiopulmonary and musculoskeletal systems, risk factors and functional capacity across all phases of Cardiopulmonary Services.
• Evaluate patient progress toward goals and recognize emergent situations during exercise.
• Collaborate with physicians, staff and other departments to optimize patient care.

Education

Master’s Degree in Exercise Science

Master of Education in Exercise Studies

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. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found by clicking here, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.

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.