Exercise Physiologist Job at 2200 The Winifred Masterson Burke Rehabilitation Hospital in Seminary Springs

Department: Cardiac Rehab Program

Work Shift: Day

Scheduled Hours: Vary Hourly Rate/Range: $36.40 The candidate should have experience with patient assessment, exercise prescription, ECG telemetry monitoring, patient education and supervision of cardiac patients. Excellent communication and social skills are essential. A Baccalaureate Degree in Exercise Science with ACSM Exercise Specialist Certification or a Master’s degree with ACSM certification as a Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist is preferred. Position requires a current BLS certification and attainment of ACLS certification.

Essential Functions: Conduct new patient tours and interviews. Prepare initial exercise prescriptions. Conduct new patient orientations. Upgrade exercise prescriptions on a weekly basis. Supervision of phase II exercise classes. Prepare summary reports for all Phase II patients at the end of their 10th week of program participation. Monitor graduation dates and conduct graduation consultations at 30th session. In consultation with program director, prepare medical necessity reports in response to insurance carrier inquiries. Prepare medical alert documentation for referring physicians. On a regular basis, check for and reorder necessary exercise program supplies. Maintain daily quality control for all exercise telemetry equipment. Maintain adequate quantities for all program forms. Prepare maintenance exercise program for new phase II graduates. Prepare home exercise programs with associated approval of primary MD. Daily check of all emergency medical equipment & crash cart. Be familiar with code 04 procedures and your special responsibilities. Participate in weekly summary conference meetings with program director. Provide as needed ECG monitoring & documentation of exercise classes. Conduct patient education lectures. Perform other duties as requested by Director/VP, Outpatient Services. Practice Standard Precautions and adhere to Service Excellence standards.

Qualifications: BS required. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; high level of enthusiasm and dedication to all members. Ability to listen, offer support, encouragement, and empathy, especially to chronically ill individuals. Must be physically capable of leading slightly vigorous exercise programs and assist participants on/off exercise equipment; adjust body position settings on exercise equipment; set up/breakdown chairs; lift or move exercise equipment up to 50 pounds and program materials. Physical and manual dexterity required: stopping, bending, agile movement, twisting, and hand dexterity.

Equal Employment Opportunity: The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. The Burke Rehabilitation Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits: Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Generous Paid Time Off 403B Retirement Plan with matching contributions Employee Assistance Program ("EAP") – free for employees and dependents Medical and Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts Short-term Disability and New York Paid Family Leave Insurance Long-term Disability Insurance Life and AD&D Insurance Voluntary insurances at group rates: Life, AD&D, enhanced Short Term Disability, Vision, Pet Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Fitness Center Free parking (most locations)