Exercise Physiologist II Cardiac Rehab, Providence

Atlantic Health is seeking a dedicated Exercise Physiologist II to join our past-paced outpatient cardiac rehab program in our New Providence location. The candidate will have experience in cardiac rehab along with very strong clinical and patient interaction skills.

• Completes initial assessments and treatment plan design of both outpatient cardiac rehab and Supervised Exercise Therapy for Peripheral Artery Disease patients.
• Provides supervision of low through high-risk populations.
• Maintains appropriate exercise guidance within department to aid in optimal patient outcomes.
• Ability to identify abnormal signs and symptoms to provide safe and effective environment.
• Proficient understanding of appropriate physiological changes during cardiac rehab sessions.
• In-Session ECG recognition and understanding when to elevate to next level of care.
• Provides risk factor education to patients and community.
• Collaborates with team on departmental outcome collection and improvement.
• Communicates effectively with other team members and medical staff to maximize patient success.
• Supervises training of Exercise Physiologist I and exercise physiology students.
• Reviews and approves all exercise prescriptions on new and active patients.
• Assures patients are appropriately progressing their level of function for optimal care and quality.
• Updates and educates team members on individualized exercise programming/parameters and other relevant exercise physiology principles.
• May be responsible for other potential projects and collaborations with the Cardiovascular Service line or community.
• Other duties may be assigned.