Exercise Physiologist, Stress Testing

• Accurately identify patients using two approved patient identifiers.
• Inform patients regarding the procedure and expectations prior to the start of the exam.
• Prepare patients for testing, properly apply electrodes and ECG leads.
• Review patient history and medications prior to testing.
• Alert supervising physician of any contraindications or concerns prior to administering a test.
• Administer resting electrocardiograms.
• Administer and supervise clinical exercise stress tests, including treadmill stress exercise, pharmacologic stress testing, and stress component of nuclear stress tests and combination stress-echo testing.
• Accurately document patient vitals, treadmill speed and grade, and all signs and symptoms at rest, exercise, and recovery.
• Accurately complete and submit all documentation for physician review according to department guidelines.
• Administer, instruct patients, remove, and scan Holter monitors.
• Notify physicians of any urgent signs and symptoms.
• Maintain and clean equipment according to department guidelines.

• Master of Science degree in Clinical Exercise Science /Exercise Physiology required.
• Clinical experience in cardiac testing, Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation, or related field.
• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP), or CCI Certified Cardiographer Technician certification may be obtained within 6 months of hire at the discretion of the facility manager.
• BLS Certification required.
• ACLS Certification required (may be obtained post hire).
• Proficiency in ECG rhythm recognition and 12-lead ECG interpretation.
• Annual Attendance of Case Conference Clinical Supervision of Exercise Testing by Non-Physician Healthcare Professionals required.

Demonstrates expertise in administering and supervising clinical exercise stress tests, including proficiency in ECG rhythm recognition and 12-lead ECG interpretation. Holds relevant certifications and a Master's degree in Clinical Exercise Science or Exercise Physiology, ensuring compliance with departmental guidelines and patient safety.

• ECG Rhythm Recognition
• 12-Lead ECG Interpretation
• Patient Vital Documentation
• Electrode Application
• Exercise Stress Testing
• Holter Monitor Administration
• Pharmacologic Stress Testing
• Nuclear Stress Tests
• Stress-Echo Testing
• Patient Preparation

• Patient Communication
• Attention To Detail
• Team Collaboration
• Problem-Solving

• ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist
• BLS Certification
• ACLS Certification

• Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation
• Clinical Exercise Testing
• Patient Identification
• Documentation Compliance
• Clinical Supervision

• ECG Equipment
• Holter Monitors
• Treadmill Stress Test Equipment