Exercise Physiologist - Noninvasive Cardiac Testing, Full-Time, Days

Job Description

The Exercise Physiologist reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Performs treadmill, pharmacologic, arm ergometry, and bicycle ergometry stress tests following established protocols. In some cases may need to modify, at physicians direction.
• Records basic calculations to derive unknown variables for physician interpretation.
• Explains relevant cardiac testing procedure to the patient and family members.
• Follows established sanitary procedures to minimize the risk of spreading disease and infection to hospital patients and personnel.
• Maintains area and equipment by cleaning, providing minor repairs, and arranging for more extensive repair through Resource Coordinator or Manager.
• Coordinates scheduling of patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Master's degree program in Exercise Physiology.

Additional Information

Northwestern Medicine is an equal opportunity employer (disability, VETS) and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.