Exercise Physiology - PRN

Texas Health Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health Dallas is seeking an Exercise Physiologist to assess and implement personalized exercise programs for cardiac rehab patients. You will work with RN staff on admission assessments and develop comprehensive plans to improve functional capacity and reduce cardiovascular risk.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in a related field and CPR credentials, with opportunities for growth and a supportive team environment at a leading North Texas hospital.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or related field required
• BCLS and ACLS certifications required or as specified
• CCES and RCEP required Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Assess patient health risks, needs, and interests.
• Assist RN with patient assessment on admission to the program and help develop individualized exercise programs.
• Provide instruction for safe and effective exercise, promoting secondary prevention for cardiac disease.
• Demonstrate age-appropriate patient care and tailor care to age-specific needs.
• Operate and monitor telemetry equipment (Scott Care) and record vital signs.
• Set up and use monitoring and exercise equipment.
• Plan, implement, and document patient education.
• Assist with equipment maintenance and ensure a safe, clean environment.
• Seek supervision when needed and report issues to supervisor.
• Provide administrative support such as patient registration, scheduling, chart organization.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Telemetry monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Kinesiology/Exercise Physiology or related field

BCLS certification

ACLS certification

CCES certification

RCEP certification

Tools

Scott Care telemetry

Job description

Exercise Physiologist Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Dallas 8200 Walnut Hill Ln. TX 75231 Work hours: PRN – As Needed; with a quick opportunity to move into full-time

Department Highlights

• Gain a sense of accomplishment by contributing to a teamwork environment.
• Receive excellent mentorship, comprehensive training, and dedicated leadership resources.
• Enjoy opportunities for growth.

Here’s What You Need

• Bachelor’s Degree Kinesiology, Exercise Physiology, or related field required
• 3 months experience in cardiac rehab preferred
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support 90 Days required
• CCES - Certified Clinical Exercise Specialist Upon Hire
• RCEP - Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist Upon Hire

Here’s What You Will Do:

• Assess patient health risks, needs, and interests.
• Assist RN with patient assessment on admission to the program and assist with the development of comprehensive individualized exercise program.
• Provides instruction necessary for the safe and effective performance of exercise activities, and promotion of secondary prevention to individuals who are limited by cardiac disease to improve functional capacity and lower cardiovascular risk factors.
• Demonstrates competence in the performance of age-appropriate patient treatment and individualizes care based on age specific needs.
• Competent in the use of Scott Care telemetry, obtaining accurate HR, BP, RR, and cardiac rhythm.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the setup and operation of all monitoring and exercise equipment.
• Plans, implements, evaluates documents patient education.
• Completes shift assignments for equipment maintenance, and all other tasks related to maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Seeks assistance/ supervision/ consultation as needed and reports to supervisor any problems and/or solutions regarding delivery of services.
• Provides administrative support as needed, including but not limited to assisting patients with registration for cardiac rehab, receiving phone calls, providing information on cardiac rehab services, scheduling appointments, organizing charts, etc.
• Assists with quality control procedures.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Exercise Physiologist

• Benefits include 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity Highlights

For more than a half-century, Texas Health Dallas has been at the forefront of health care in North Texas. We’re an 875-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital serving our community in and around Dallas since 1966. We specialize in cancer care, cardiology, neurosciences, women’s services and emergency medicine, we’ve got it. Plus, we’re a renowned Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a Comprehensive Stroke and Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and provide wellness services, outpatient surgery and women’s imaging services. Texas Health Dallas is a joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, a Level I Trauma Center, a Comprehensive Heart Attack Center, and a designated Magnet hospital. We’re a top choice in North Texas for cancer and emergency services, bariatric services, cardiac care and much more. As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here. If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.