Exercise Physiologist PRN

Description

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Exercise Physiologist PRN? At Parkland Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Parkland Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Exercise Physiologist PRN like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Position Summary:
Under the general supervision of the Non-Invasive Clinical Coordinator, the Exercise Physiologist Level II obtains and records patient information into computer systems unique to cardiology, including admissions data, vital signs, height and weight, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, blood glucose levels, and performs/Supervises noninvasive cardiac tests on an inpatient and outpatient basis, to determine the diagnosis and treatment of suspected or known cardiac disorders.

When working in Cardiac Rehab develops exercise programs and conducts cardiovascular testing to evaluate and rehabilitate adult and geriatric cardiac patients. Provides exercise education instruction and exercise classes for cardiac preventive medicine clinics. Administers health risk appraisals and provides cardiac lifestyle follow-up consults. Provides support and coverage in other areas of Cardiology as deemed necessary.

Essential Functions include but are not limited to:

1. Rooming and obtaining vitals for patients for the outpatient Cardiology Clinic
2. Assure that effective services are provided and quality standards are met. Includes Non-invasive cardiac testing, Holter/event monitoring, and EKG.
3. Maintains steady, productive patient flow in a manner consistent with total quality care
4. Operates and troubleshoots computers and equipment used to produce, process, and optimize clinical data.
5. Works proactively with other departments to facilitate scheduling and performance of testing and other patient care activities.
6. Collaborates communicates and problem-solves regularly within and with other departments
7. Demonstrates competence in the use of all computer systems unique to the cardiology department Ensure clinical excellence and quality assurance, optimal workflow, and scheduling of patients.
8. Assessment of work environment and processes to identify safety risks.
9. Excellent communication and physician collaboration is required
10. Demonstrates the unit-specific skills required for assigned roles and service area
11. Maintains required competencies based on high-risk/low-volume/problem-prone areas
12. Ensure personal and department safety.
13. Develops and adjusts individual patients exercise prescriptions based on ACSM guidelines.
14. Is proficient in the use of all equipment and maintaining/calibrating equipment.
15. Initiates exercise teaching with inpatients and outpatients.
16. Initiates emergency measures per policy and procedure.
17. Expands knowledge base of Cardiac Rehab through ongoing education.
18. Assists with ongoing Quality Improvement.
19. Keeps team members informed about individual patients progress.
20. Assists in marketing of Cardiac Rehab Program.
21. Assists in planning and implementing risk factor modification education for both inpatients and outpatients.
22. Maintains supplies and department equipment according to department standards.
23. Promotes internal and external customer satisfaction.
24. Builds and promotes a culture of service excellence and continuous improvement.
25. Attendance:
    works as scheduled and is compliant with the Attendance and Tardiness Policy.
26. Schedule patients and obtain pertinent medical records
27. Answers telephone calls in a prompt, courteous manner.
28. Proficient in EKG interpretation and Arrhythmia recognition.
29. Communicates with Providers regarding daily stress testing

Education & Qualifications:

Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Sports Medicine. American Heart Association BCLS. American Heart Association ACLS within 6 months of hire, Certified Cardiac Technician (CCT) with-in 1 year.

Preferred:
Masters Degree in Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology, or Sports Medicine. Six (6) months experience in cardiology involving the exercise treatment of cardiac patients. Certified by the American College of Sports Medicine as an Exercise Test Technologist or Exercise Specialist.

Located in Derry, NH, Parkland Medical Center is a regional acute-care hospital offering 86 beds and a Level III Trauma Center. HCA Healthcare owns the facility, along with three other hospitals, two freestanding emergency rooms, an ambulatory surgery center, and an urgent care center in New Hampshire. The organization employs 2,600 colleagues and 554 physicians, provides $15.8 million in uncompensated care, and pays $43.8 million in taxes annually. HCA Healthcare's other New Hampshire hospitals include Portsmouth Regional Hospital and Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester, as well as freestanding emergency rooms in Seabrook and Dover. In 2023, a third freestanding emergency .