Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab
Job Description
Inova Loudoun Hospital is looking to add an Exercise Physiologist to our Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab team. Come join our cohesive multidisciplinary team of professionals working together to serve our patient population. Ideal candidates enjoy supporting lifestyle management and education in a clinical setting for individuals recovering from a cardiac or pulmonary condition. Position to start Sept 1st.
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Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation.
Exercise Physiologist Job Responsibilities:
- Develops exercise prescription and risk factor modification by incorporating comorbidity and musculoskeletal disorders, per established program (ACCVPR, ACSM, ATS, ACC, NASM) standards and guidelines, as evidenced by random chart review.
- Reviews Individual Treatment Plans.
- Develops exercise and strength training programs, patient education and behavioral health support specific to each patient to achieve optimal outcomes for each patient.
- Demonstrates proper instruction and technique for performing appropriate exercise and strength training as needed to ensure patient safety and adherence to exercise prescription, as evidenced by direct observation.
- Immediately reports significant changes in patient clinical status to appropriate members of healthcare team and assists with emergency care according to department policy, as evidenced by direct observation.
- Supports additional projects and duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science or Kinesiology.
BLS within 6 months of start date. Must be from the AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION.
American College of Sports Medicine - Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP) required upon start for Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab Programs. Or Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (AACVPR CCRP)
Patient focused approach to patient well-being and recovery
Ability to work on a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative innovative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as an Excise Physiologist in a Hospital Setting
- Internship experience in a Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab setting
About Us
We are Inova, Northern Virginia's leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better - to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare.
Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.