Overview:
The Exercise Physiologist Sr. demonstrates advanced knowledge pertaining to the design, evaluation and standards of exercise programs for patients who qualify or are undergoing cardiac rehabilitation. Functions as an essential member of a multidisciplinary team directing, coordinating and providing special expertise to staff, patients and families participating in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program. Demonstrates leadership skills through mentoring, orienting new staff, providing educational programs for staff, involvement in UVMMC committees and/or professional organization. The Exercise Physiologist Sr. functions within the framework of UVMMC standards of patient care.
Responsibilities:
Design, evaluate and maintain standards of exercise programs for cardiac rehabilitation patients.
Serve as an essential member of a multidisciplinary team, directing and coordinating care for staff, patients and families in the Cardiac Rehabilitation Program.
Mentor staff, orient new staff, and provide educational programs for staff.
Engage in UVMMC committees and/or professional organization activities as appropriate.
Support case management, patient education, and stress testing within the Cardiac Rehab program (Phase 2 and Phase 3).
Qualifications
Education:
Master\'s Degree in exercise physiology or other allied health discipline from an accredited school.
Experience: Experience in a rehabilitation setting preferred. Employment details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Health Care Provider
Industries : Hospitals and Health Care
