JOB SUMMARY

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The Exercise Physiologist 2 is accountable coordinating, planning and directing preventative and rehabilitative health care for patients. This position provides patient care by observing and assessing the patient's condition, performing patient care interventions and testing, evaluating the results of care and medications administered, and educating patients and their families about the nature, care and treatment of the patient's condition.

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

\n\nProvides patient care by observing and assessing the patient's condition; performing patient care interventions, evaluating the results of care, exercise and medications administered; and educating patients and their families about the nature, care and treatment of the patient's condition and disease management.\nAssesses the condition of assigned patient by obtaining the patient's medical history through written reports, interviewing the patient and/or family members and through observation.\nDevelops exercise prescriptions consistent with the assessment of the patient's condition and complementary to the medical plan of care and the patient's goals.\nPerforms appropriate exercise tolerance testing on various patient populations and follows appropriate procedures and guidelines when performing tests\nImplements a plan of care by teaching the patient how to perform the prescribed exercises.\nReassesses and evaluates the patient's response to exercise, and modifies exercise prescription as needed.\nWorks closely with other team members in coordinating the care administered.\nDocuments pertinent assessment information, treatment activities, and patient outcomes in the patient record (manual and/or computer entry).\nInforms appropriate team members and family spokesperson of pertinent changes in the patient's condition\nEducates patients and family members by communicating about treatments administered, the priorities for the patient, and necessary steps for continuing patient care and rehabilitation as well as home guidelines.\nConsoles patients and family members and responds to their concerns.\nCommunicates effectively with team members in order to gather and exchange information related to patient assessment, outcome and the planning and implementation of care plans.\nHelps activities of clinical care technicians and other unit help personnel.\nParticipates in patient care conferences.\nAssists in developing and implementing discharge instructions and home programs.\nResearches, develops and delivers educational programs for patients, patient families, team members, student interns, community groups, and other interested health care professionals.\nDevelops educational tools such as handouts, pamphlets, booklets, etc.\nMaintains knowledge of current trends related to exercise physiology and cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation and contributes to the learning experience of students in health professions.\nParticipates in the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes and other quality monitoring and improvement activities in order to better serve the customer needs and to improve the quality of services provided.\nOversees the exercise testing activities. Trains Exercise Physiologists 1 in proper procedures for exercise testing and formulating exercise programs.\nDocuments knowledge of Exercise Physiologists 1 in the area of exercise evaluation/prescription and fitness instruction.\nMay interact with other hospital managers to provide educational lectures for staff, fitness members and community.\n\n

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

\n\nAbility to work alone and follow protocol.\nAbility to define challenges, examines problems, and develops and implements solutions in a proactive and positive manner.\nHigh attention to detail in fast paced and dynamic environment.\nAbility to multitask effectively while maintaining a high level of productivity.\nAbility to communicate effectively with customers and employees of organization.\nDemonstration of computer skills and the ability to troubleshoot hardware and software issues.\n\n

BENEFITS

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Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

\n\nImmediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits\n401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%\nTuition Reimbursement\nPTO accrual beginning Day 1\n\n

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\n\n\tEDUCATION - Masters' or Bachelors plus 2 years of work experience above the minimum qualification\n\tEXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience\n\n\n

\n CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -

\n\n\n\t       ACLS (ACLS)\n\t       Basic Life Support (BLS): Must have BLS and ACLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
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