Clinical Exercise Physiologist I Job Phoenix area,Arizona USA,Healthcare

POSITION SUMMARY

Banner University Medical Center, Phoenix is looking for a Clinical Exercise Physiologist I to join the Cath Lab team. This is a full‑time position. The schedule is 40 hours per week, 4 10‑hour shifts working Monday through Friday, with rotating weekends. Cardiac Rehab is a multidisciplinary program designed to support heart and pulmonary patients. It combines supervised exercise, education, and lifestyle guidance to improve health, reduce risk factors, and promote long‑term wellness for our inpatient and outpatient population.

The position provides assessment, treatment, and education to cardiac and pulmonary patients and their families in an outpatient or inpatient setting. The professional writes exercise prescriptions to progress patients through phase two and three outpatient rehabilitation.

CORE FUNCTIONS

Evaluates patients’ functional abilities and limitations to determine appropriate intervention. Develops a plan of care and exercise goals, as ordered by physician or other referral source. Works alongside and receives guidance from more experienced team members when working in phase I and II cardiac or pulmonary rehabilitation. May oversee phase III outpatient cardiac and pulmonary rehab independently.

Implements individualized exercise plans based on patients’ physical and age‑specific needs and abilities. Ensures that treatment plans are supported by standard practices and/or current literature. Reevaluates treatment plans, as needed, to ensure safety and maximum patient benefit.

Educates patients, family, and other care providers post‑cardiac to promote patient participation and attainment of exercise program goals. Provides individualized home programs with clear instructions. Instructs patients and families in pathology, discharge guidelines, risk‑factor modification, and exercise individually and through classes for both cardiac and pulmonary patients.

Under general supervision, documents patient treatment according to professional and regulatory standards.

Follows plan of care to accomplish functions within established procedures and scope of practice. Confers with lead or supervisor on any unusual situations.

Utilizes basic understanding of medical devices, equipment function and quality control measurements. Adheres to safety policies. Demonstrates the ability to troubleshoot and notifies appropriate personnel to maintain equipment performance. Maintains a safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

Complies with all ethical, legal and professional responsibilities. Maintains confidentiality of all patient information.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Physiology or a related field.
300+ hour internship in cardiac rehabilitation or equivalent clinical/patient hours.
Knowledge in cardiac/pulmonary physiology, management and treatment of chronic disease, health promotion, ECG interpretation.
Ability to work collaboratively with physicians and other healthcare providers. Strong interpersonal, communication and human‑relation skills.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree in Exercise Physiology or a related field.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
600+ hour internship in outpatient cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO Statement

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