Clinical Exercise Physiologist

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER

Imagine working on Washington State's beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won't find a better location.

You'll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle - a perfect combination!

FTE: 0%

WORK SHIFT Days

PAY RANGE: $23.49 - $33.81

UNION: SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS:
Weekend & Holiday

Shifts:

No On-Call

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No

The Clinical Exercise Physiologist I (CEP) works with patients and clients challenged with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and metabolic diseases and disorders, as well as with healthy populations in cooperation with other healthcare professionals to enhance quality of life, manage health risk, and promote lasting health behavior change. The CEP I participates in and conducts pre-participation health screening, as well as initial exercise assessments for chronic disease.

This position performs strength, flexibility, and body composition tests; administers programs designed to enhance aerobic endurance, cardiovascular function, muscular strength and endurance, balance, and range of motion; educates clients about testing, exercise program components, and clinical and lifestyle self-care for control of chronic disease and health conditions; and performs other departmental diagnostics as needed (e.g., ECGs).

Bachelors of Science degree in Exercise Science or related field required

Experience in teaching/providing education in exercise, cardiopulmonary programs, or fitness required Experience in a hospital or clinical setting in a similar position preferred

BLS required within 30 days of hire ACLS required within 90 days of hire ACSM Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM EP-C), ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP), and/or ACSM Registered Clinical Exercise Physiologist Certification (ACSM RCEP) preferred

Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Olympic Medical Center, the largest employer in Clallam County, has a wide variety of employment opportunities. We welcome you the opportunity to join our team of highly-trained and experienced staff! We offer excellent benefits, competitive salaries and an intentional culture that represents respect and appreciation for all of our employees. OMC cares and is an eligible employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness and other loan forgiveness programs.

Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to myriad opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts, and a great place to live, work, play and raise a family.

I find the staff and employees very caring and open, and I'm thrilled that there was an opening in my specialty to be able to come here.

- Dr. Zina Hajduczok

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