Oncology Exercise Specialist - Administration
Summary of Position
The Oncology Exercise Specialist provides individualized, evidence-based exercise services for patients with a current or prior cancer diagnosis. They apply exercise physiology principles to assess patients, develop and implement individualized exercise prescriptions, monitor patient progress and response, and modify exercise interventions as clinically appropriate in collaboration with oncology providers.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree required, preferably in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology, Rehabilitation Sciences, or related field.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)
- ACSM Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer (CET®) and/or ACSM Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (ACSM-CEP®) credentials.
- Minimum of two years of experience delivering exercise interventions to individuals with cancer or other medically complex conditions.
- Experience in oncology, rehabilitation, survivorship, or supportive care settings.
- Knowledge of exercise oncology guidelines and the effects of cancer treatments on physical function and exercise tolerance.
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary oncology care team.
- Experience with program development, quality improvement, and clinical outcomes measurement.
Why Penn State Health?
- Exceptional opportunities to learn and grow.
- Exposure to a wide patient population.
- Opportunity to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
- Benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period, and a Total Rewards Program.
- Generous paid time off, personal time, and paid parental leave.
- Retirement, extended illness bank, life insurance, and identity theft protection.
- Competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Employee wellness programs, fitness discounts, and virtual benefits orientation.
- HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development, and Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
Why Penn State Health Milton Hershey Medical Center?
- Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider.
- Magnet-designated hospital.
- Core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence.
- Professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
Eligibility for Shift Differential Pay
Based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.
Background Check
All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
EEO Statement
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.