What are the responsibilities and job description for the Exercise Physiologist position at Cooper Clinic A Prof Assn?
Description
Monday - Friday, 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
The Exercise Physiologist plans, guides, and directs the management of patients for physicians. This position assists with patient care, which includes maximal exercise tolerance tests under the direction of a physician.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs resting electrocardiograms and maximal and submaximal exercise tests using Cooper Clinic standard treadmill and bike protocols.
- Provides information, collects data, and interprets the physiological responses to exercise during stress tests.
- Assists physicians with their workday including, but not limited to preplanning for patient visits, assisting with patient flow, chaperoning, prescription refills, on-call duties, office visits, blood pressure checks, research, or other projects.
- Maintains electronic medical records, including, but not limited to entering patient medical history, scanning documents, pre-planning from previous Type II reports, entering orders, keeping up with assigned tasks and requesting outside records.
- Maintains and is responsible for all operating equipment in treadmill room and exam room.
- Maintains adequate supplies in all testing rooms and reports all equipment malfunctions to team leaders. Cleans and disinfects all surfaces and equipment.
- Regularly assists Health Screens with administration of Cooper Clinic health screening procedures.
- Attends and participates in department meetings.
- Participates in all Code 99 emergencies as assigned (Code Team).
- Responds to all Code 33 emergencies as assigned.
- Remains on call with physician to respond to Code 33/99 emergencies after hours, as assigned.
- Studies and participates in learning electrocardiograms, exercise testing, medication, and other exercise physiology topics.
- Assists in the upkeep of the supply room, notifies appropriate person when more supplies need to be ordered.
- Performs exercise consultations as assigned.
- Complies with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) while performing all duties.
- Maintains accurate and confidential medical records along with protecting confidentiality of all clientele.
- Maintains a positive attitude and adheres to the Cooper purpose and core values.
- Follows all Clinic policies and standard operating procedures.
- Performs duties on site with consistent, regular, and reliable attendance.
- Accomplishes other duties and helps in other departments as assigned.
About Cooper Aerobics
Cooper Aerobics has been helping improve the quality and quantity of millions of lives through prevention since 1970. We inspire individuals to make good health a habit to live longer, healthier and more productive lives through our products and services.
- Cooper Clinic’s comprehensive physical exam gives patients an in-depth picture of their health and an action plan to improve it.
- Cooper Fitness Center is the fitness center of choice for members that belong to a healthy-living community, not just a gym.
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Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Strong organizational, time management and attention to detail skills.
- Possess problem-solving skills, be self-motivated, and strive for professionalism.
- Ability to work in a group setting as well as work independently.
- Good computer skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Education and/or Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in exercise science, exercise physiology, kinesiology, or related field.
- 6 months to 1 year experience reading EKGs in a clinic setting is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
- American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) certifications strongly encouraged.
Physical Requirements
· Must be able to lift up to and occasionally move up to 50 pounds.
· Frequently required to stand and walk on our campus.
Cognitive Requirements
- Learn new tasks and remember processes
- Apply established protocols in a timely manner with minimal supervision
- Make timely decisions in the context of a workflow
- Maintain focus and complete tasks independently despite distractions
- Remain calm and professional in challenging situations
- Complete tasks in situations where productivity is measured
- Identify problems, develop solutions, and implement effectively
- Maintain focus and concentration to manage multiple tasks
- Read and comprehend instructions and write correspondence
- Effectively present information