Exercise Physiologist - Springfield Cardiac Rehabilitation

Exercise Physiologist – Springfield Cardiac Rehabilitation

Bon Secours Mercy Health

In collaboration with the cardiopulmonary team, the Exercise Physiologist II is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating the exercise component of the program and for reviewing patient history, presenting lectures, and performing exercise prescriptions. Monitors the patient's response to therapy and makes recommendations to change or modify based on the assessment.

Serves as preceptor to new team members.

• Review medical history, nursing intake and exercise history/ETT prior to goal setting session. Familiarize with patient profiles, with special attention to musculoskeletal function and cardiovascular histories. Calculate target heart range and risk stratification class, when appropriate, prior to six‑minute walk test.
• Educate patient in self‑monitoring target heart rate (THR) and rate of perceived exertion (RPE).
• Write exercise prescription for clinic based on results. Document patient response to exercise, heart rate, ECG rhythm and any signs and symptoms a patient may be having.
• Perform six‑minute walk test or sub‑max exercise tolerance test during initial evaluation and discharge and document findings.
• Provide patients with guidelines for exercise to be followed at home.
• Document on patient Individualized Treatment Plan (ITP) every 30 days; reassess exercise goals, response to exercise, discharge planning, and ongoing patient education.
• Act as site supervisor for Clinic Student University Internship program.

• Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology (required)
• Master's Degree in Exercise Science/Exercise Physiology (preferred)

• BLS Basic Life Support, ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support or PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support (preferred at hire, must obtain from approved source before direct patient care; ACLS or PALS required based on specialty assignment)
• Clinical specialty from an accredited organization such as ACSM Certification – American College of Sports Medicine or ASEP Certification – American Society of Exercise Physiologists (preferred)

• Minimum 2+ years previous experience in adult fitness and/or cardiac rehabilitation programs (preferred)

• Critical Thinking
• Effective Communication
• Active Listening
• Collaboration
• Patient Care
• Physiologic Data Acquisition

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• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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