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Job Summary and Responsibilities

Performs a fitness assessment on patients as required. Develops individualized exercise plans based on patient's goals. He/she Performs fitness assessments and goal modifications as required. The position Provides support and education to meet patient's goals for risk factor modification. must assess patients for symptoms, EKG changes and contraindications to exercise and education on risk factor modification.

Collaborates with physicians and nursing staff to identify patients requiring mobilization plans of care

Collaborates with nursing to develop and implement individualized mobilization plans of care for patients

Collaborates with nursing to evaluate effectiveness of the plan of care in achieving desired outcomes and revises plan of care as needed

Interdepartmental liaison between the recovery room, intensive care areas and the floors to promote continuity of care and discharge planning

Communicates treatment plan with collaborative team members – medical, nursing, PT, OT, SW, Case Manager

Monitors patient for ECG changes, cardiac arrhythmias, blood pressure and symptoms before, during and after exercise

Demonstrates quality & financial benefits of program through reports on improved patient outcomes, length of stay, and cost per case for this patient population

Validate staff understanding and adherence to patient safety standards while mobilizing patients

Assists with teaching/training of new/current personnel; evaluates clinical competency of peers and provides interdepartmental education, as directed; completes all required training and education.

Participates in product/equipment evaluations. Provides staff education on new and existing products and equipment

Contributes to the delivery of quality, cost effective patient care through the development and the implementation of staff development programs and self‐directed learning activities designed to meet identified learning needs, to enhance professional development and to increase competency

Conduct and Supports outcomes oriented research and integrates findings into clinical practice, educational programs, and policy updates

Leads and Participates in the Performance Enhancement program and other quality enhancement activities through monitoring and evaluating the outcomes of programs

Job Requirements

Education and Experience

**-** Bachelors of Science- Exercise Physiology

- 12 week internship

- 1 year of related work experience

Licensure and Certifications

**-** Basic Life Support- CPR (BLS-CPR)- Through the American Heart Association

Where You'll Work

St. Joseph Health – Bryan/College Station, Navasota, Caldwell, Madisonville, TX. Since 1936, St. Joseph Health has been caring for the communities in and surrounding the Brazos Valley. We have a Level III Trauma Center, the first Joint Commission certified Primary Stroke Center, and the first accredited Chest Pain Center in the Brazos Valley. St. Joseph Health is a leader in critical care and the largest provider of cardiovascular care in the region. As an integrated healthcare system St. Joseph Health includes a comprehensive network of over 100 employed providers including primary care physicians specialists and advanced practice clinicians. The network includes more than 30 ambulatory clinics featuring primary care, Express Clinics, and imaging and diagnostic services.

Pay Range

$20.86 - $29.46 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.