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Clinical Exercise Physiologist - Per Diem - 8-Hour Day Shift

Cedars-Sinai

#BLS #ACLS #Patient Care #Healthcare #Exercise Science #EKG #Cardiac Rehabilitation #Dysrhythmia Detection #Smidt Heart Institute #Clinical Exercise Physiology

Unknown On Site 0-2 yrs$35 - $36 / HOURPosted 10 days ago

Location

Los Angeles, California

Salary

$35 - $36 / HOUR

Quick overview

Implement and tailor exercise training programs for cardiac rehabilitation patients while monitoring vital signs and EKG. Assess patients before, during, and after exercise to ensure safety and determine when premature termination is necessary.

Requirements summary

Requires a Master's Degree in Exercise Physiology or Exercise Science and BLS certification. Preference is given to candidates with ACLS certification and at least one year of experience in Cardiac Rehab programs.

postgraduate degreePatient AssessmentExercise PrescriptionEKG MonitoringBlood Pressure MonitoringCardiac RehabilitationOxygen Saturation MonitoringDysrhythmia DetectionExercise Training Implementation

Job description

Are you ready to bring your clinical competencies to a world-class facility recognized as top ten in the United States? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient satisfaction? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California! We would be happy to hear from you!

We are seeking a knowledgeable and conscientious Clinical Exercise Physiologist for this independent role in our Cardiac Rehabilitation Center. Our innovative and experienced team of cardiology specialists offers a full range of studies to diagnose multiple conditions affecting the heart.

The Cardiac Rehabilitation Center at the Smidt Heart Institute gives cardiology patients tools to improve their health and fitness. Services include monitored exercise programs, nutrition advice and stress management. We are looking to supplement our staff with an Exercise Physiologist, who would assist the RN Rehabilitation Coordinator with the following:
Implements an appropriate exercise training program for participants
Assesses patient before, during and after exercise
Exercise patient while monitoring EKG, oxygen saturations, Blood Pressure and Short of Breath and fatigue ratings
Recognizes when premature termination is warranted and takes appropriate actions
Revises/implements patient training sessions – tailors instructions to individual patient learning needs as indicated

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