Exercise Physiologist – Ep – Stress Lab

Exercise Physiologist – Ep – Stress Lab

Requirements

• M.S. in Exercise Physiology
• Knowledge of cardiac monitor detection and intervention
• Good communication skills
• Familiarity with cardiac monitors
• Current BLS ACLS within 3 months

Responsibilities

• Assurance of appropriate, safe and effective Exercise protocols
• Comply with the policies and procedures of the cardio diagnostic department and hospital
• Assist in performing initial patient interviews and evaluations, deciding which stress test is appropriate and communicating with physicians
• Must have knowledge of progression of heart disease in the adult cardiac patient
• Maintain confidentiality of the patient’s information
• Promotes patient safety by reporting of issues through established channels and participating as requested in safety initiatives
• Conducting Exercise Sessions
• Responsible for following exercise protocol designed for each individual stress test
• Reporting and discussing needed changes in the protocol with the physician
• Communicate pertinent information of the patients to the physician
• Develop and update informational handouts for groups and individuals through research of journals, texts, experts, etc.
• Providing safe environment for exercise
• Assist in assuming the responsibility for the safe and appropriate use of equipment and supplies
• Demonstrates teaching strategies with patients, their families, and other health care members
• Assist patients in learning to safely perform exercise test
• Perform CPR and other emergency procedures as per department policy and procedure
• Participation in professional development and contribution to CQI atmosphere
• Attends in services and continuing education programs appropriate to needs and goal
• Looks for improvement opportunities for self and department
• Provides pertinent information and feedback to other health care members

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with various age groups is preferred