Exercise Physiologist

Eisenhower Health • Rancho Mirage, CA

4d • $32 - $49

About The Position

Implements, modifies and supervises therapeutic program for cardiopulmonary rehabilitation patients. Assesses and re-assesses patient throughout the program to modify plan of care. Maintains appropriate clinical records and consistently documents data in the appropriate area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Kinesiology or other related healthcare field or Master's degree in in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science or Kinesiology
• American Heart Association BLS
• Two (2) years of exercise physiologist or fitness/personal training experience or Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science or Kinesiology within six (6) months of hire in lieu of experience
• Ability to communicate positively with participants, co-workers, and management
• Ability to create and lead group fitness programs safely and effectively for a primarily geriatric population with varied levels of fitness and medical conditions
• Ability to speak in front of groups with confidence and clarity
• Ability to stay current with new exercises, techniques/developments, and equipment through continuing education conferences/seminars, and professional societies/journals
• Ability to support lecture series with participation in fitness
• Ability to work independently and as a team member

Nice To Haves

• ACSM Certification of Exercise Physiology & Health Fitness Specialist

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
• Performs fitness evaluations and creates exercise prescriptions in conjunction with clinical assessment evaluations.
• Instructs group strength-training, or other related exercise class, in correlation with our cardiopulmonary rehabilitation program.
• Tracks participation and adjusts fitness classes based on evaluation of group demographics including age, fitness levels and medical conditions.
• Observes participants during exercise for signs of stress and demonstrates correct use of equipment and exercise routines.
• Conducts lectures within areas of education and expertise.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees