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 :

Conducts cardiac diagnostic testing, including EKG and Cardiac Stress Testing.

Provides exercise prescription for patients utilizing test data, patient status, and current medication regimen, updates prescription according to patient response.

Provides patient testing both pre and post rehabilitation including strength, body composition, flexibility, balance and endurance.

Recognizes contraindications to exercise and abnormal patient responses to exercise and adjusts program as appropriate working under the guidance of a RN or leader.

Responds appropriately to all situations including exercise cessation and referral to medical professional.

Able to understand basic lab reports/results and discuss with patient.

Has good understanding of the pathophysiology of major disease processes.

Has basic understanding of common medications and their effects on exercise.

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

• ACLS required

TYPICAL EXPERIENCE:

• EKG/Stress Testing experience preferred

• 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:

Per Diem/Casual

Shift Hours:

8

Days of the Week:

Monday - Friday

Weekend Requirements:

None

Benefits:

No

Unions:

No

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours:

0

Employee Status:

Per Diem/Casual

Number of Openings:

1

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

Pay Range is $50.34 to $50.34 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. This range has not been adjusted for any specific geographic differential applicable by area where the position may be filled. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, marital status, sexual orientation, registered domestic partner status, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, ancestry, national origin (including possession of a driver's license issued to individuals who did not present proof of authorized presence in the U.S.), age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, political affiliation, pregnancy or perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical condition, genetic information or any other characteristic made unlawful by local, state, or federal law, ordinance or regulation. External hires must pass a background check/drug screening. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state, and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.