Exercise Physiologist Contingent

Position Purpose

Responsible for conducting exercise stress tests, Cardiac Rehabilitation classes, and recognizing emergency situations.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintain good rapport and cooperative relationships.
• Approach conflict constructively.
• Identify and resolve problems.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient, physician, employee, and visitor information.
• Ensure personal and coworker safety.
• Report hazards and unsafe practices to management.
• Behave in alignment with Mission, Vision, and Values of Saint Joseph Mercy Health System.

Stress Testing

• Knowledge of stress test indications and methods.
• Follow SJMHS Cardiovascular Lab protocols.
• Notify appropriate medical staff of abnormal conditions and results.
• Document pertinent information and apply preliminary test results.
• Train and orient new employees and interns.
• Assist with crash cart use and check-offs.
• Perform ECGs, Holter/Monitoring, and MUSE editing.
• Assist in other departments.

Intensive Cardiac Rehabilitation

• Develop customized ITPs.
• Track and bill patient sessions.
• Conduct new patient orientations.
• Coach patients through lifestyle changes.
• Deliver educational lectures.
• Develop and review home exercise programs.
• Complete reports and send to referring physicians.
• Monitor and report significant medical abnormalities.

Other Functions and Responsibilities

• Maintain active BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Respond appropriately in emergencies.
• Successfully complete departmental competencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.