Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehab, Per Diem, OP New Providence - Atlantic Health System
New Providence, NJ
About the Job
Job Title: Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist
Job Summary: Want the opportunity to be part of a dynamic team to deliver exceptional care along with other health professionals? Overlook’s Outpatient Cardiac Rehab in New Providence is looking for a per diem Cardiac Rehab Exercise Physiologist. Your primary responsibility is to design and implement exercise programs for individuals with cardiovascular conditions. You will work closely with patients to assess their fitness levels, develop personalized exercise plans, and monitor their progress throughout the rehabilitation process. Your goal is to help patients improve their cardiovascular health, manage risk factors, and enhance overall well-being through structured exercise interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient Assessment:
- Conduct thorough assessments of patients' cardiovascular health, including reviewing medical history, performing fitness evaluations, and assessing risk factors.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to gather relevant information for individualized exercise program development.
- Exercise Program Design:
- Develop personalized exercise prescriptions based on patients' medical history, risk factors, and fitness levels per department policy and procedure.
- Design comprehensive aerobic and resistance training programs tailored to meet individual rehabilitation goals.
- Modify exercise plans as needed to accommodate varying health conditions and progress.
- Implementation and Supervision:
- Supervise and guide patients during exercise sessions, ensuring proper technique, safety, and adherence to prescribed protocols.
- Educate patients on the importance of exercise, lifestyle modifications, and risk factor management.
- Monitor vital signs and symptoms during exercise sessions, adjusting intensity as necessary.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of patient assessments, progress, vital signs and interventions.
- Communicate regularly with healthcare providers to share patient progress and address any concerns or modifications to the exercise plan.
- Patient Education:
- Provide educational sessions on cardiovascular health, lifestyle modifications, and self-management strategies.
- Offer guidance on nutrition, stress management, and other lifestyle factors that contribute to heart health.
- Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Communicate effectively with patients, addressing their concerns and providing motivation and support.
- Participates in departmental meetings, PI activities, communicates ideas for enhancing service to patient population.
- Continuous Professional Development:
- Identifies own learning needs and recognizes performance strengths and deficiencies.
- Exhibits the ability to work independently.
- Stay current with advancements in cardiac rehabilitation, exercise physiology, and related fields.
- Identifies opportunities to upgrade personal or professional growth, attend workshops, conferences, and training sessions to enhance knowledge and skills.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, or a related field.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Knowledge of cardiovascular conditions, risk factors, and exercise prescription guidelines.
Experience:
- Previous experience in cardiac rehabilitation or a related field is preferred.
- Experience working with diverse patient populations and adapting exercise plans to individual needs.
ABOUT US At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:
We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:
Our Atlantic Neuroscience Institute is the region’s leader in neuroscience care. A hub for the New Jersey Stroke Network, we offer a broad range of advanced neurological, neurosurgical and neurodiagnostic services. We are also certified as a Level IV Epilepsy Center and home to the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, where more brain tumor surgeries are performed than anywhere else in New Jersey. Our CyberKnife® program is the largest and most experienced in the state. We also have a satellite emergency department in Union, NJ, which treats about 40,000 emergency cases each year. Committed to providing exceptional care, Overlook Medical Center has achieved the prestigious Magnet® recognition. This designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest national honor for nursing excellence. What’s more, Overlook Medical Center has advanced certification from The Joint Commission for perinatal care and is designated an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center. Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH). EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status. |