• Exercise Physiologist II, Cardiology

    Sutter Health (Santa Cruz, CA)


    We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!

    Organization:

    PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation SCD

    Position Overview:

    Responsible for assessing the safety of all patients while participating in therapeutic exercise. Monitors appropriate use of equipment. Works with healthcare professionals to design exercise programs to meet special health needs of each patient. Designs personal exercise programs for patients. Works independently with cardiac rehab class participants by monitoring the patients vitals ensuring their responses to exercise are appropriate and be prepared take medical intervention if needed. Communicates effectively with the healthcare professionals through the electronic medical record.

     

    **Job Description** :

     

    _These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development)._

    EDUCATION:

    _Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma._

     

    Bachelor's: exercise physiology or related field

    CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:

    BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider

    DEPARTMENT REQUIRED CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

    Department, PAMF Cardiology: ACLS-Advanced Cardiac Life Support

    TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

    2 years recent relevant experience

    SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

    Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology, chemistry, and physics.

     

    In-depth knowledge of exercise testing, exercise equipment and quality control.

     

    Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

     

    Ability to perform multiple tasks and prioritize independently with follow through in a timely manner.

     

    Ability to design, implement, and supervise individualized exercise prescriptions for people with chronic disease and disabling conditions.

     

    Ability to respond appropriately to emergency situations.

    Job Shift:

    Days

    Schedule:

    Full Time

    Shift Hours:

    8

    Days of the Week:

    Monday - Friday

    Weekend Requirements:

    None

    Benefits:

    Yes

    Unions:

    No

    Position Status:

    Non-Exempt

    Weekly Hours:

    40

    Employee Status:

    Regular

     

    Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

     

    Pay Range is $50.16 to $62.69 / hour

     

    _The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package._