Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab

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Mission Statement:

We, St Joseph’s Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

Vision:

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

Core Values:

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Summary: Is responsible for the operation and supervision of nuclear and regular stress testing in cardiology practice

Job Duties and Responsibilities

PATIENT CARE:

• Reviews test procedure with patient, explaining in detail what they can expect prior to testing and obtains consent for testing
• Reviews medication list with patients and ensures patient is holding medications as instructed
• Performs a physical assessment of patient prior to test including auscultation of lungs, heart and carotid arteries, check for edema and distal pulses of the extremities
• Places the EKG tabs on patient for monitoring during the stress test
• Constantly monitors the EKG monitor for physiological or electrocardiographic changes, patient safety, test endurance
• Is required to make critical decisions during the course of a test, to determine when to inject, when to stop a test and when to continue

PATIENT RESPONSE:

• understands significance of EKG’s and alerts other team members to unexpected changes
• supports multidisciplinary team by assuming EKG monitoring activity for patients
• documents activities/ and patient’s response to activities in medical record
• Reports results of stress test including changes in heart rate, blood pressure, symptoms, exercise capacity and EKG changes in the EMR for physician review and final interpretation
• Responds to emergency situations to deliver appropriate care: in the event of a code each nurse in the lab has a role and responsibility in assisting a patient in distress or under a “code blue”
• Reviews schedules daily, prepares charts for testing, ensures accurate orders are written and all directives are given to patient
• Stocks the lab to ensure all products and safety equipment is in the correct location and on hand daily; performs quality controls on defibrillators and glucometers
• Understand all aspects of nuclear imaging in regards to types of tests administered and instructions and protocols for administering such

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• BS in Exercise Science;
• BLS certification
• Basic EKG interpretation

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

2 –3 years of cardiac patient care experience

Ability to lift 20 lbs.

Pay Range: $26.20 - $38.80

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.