Exercise Physiologist

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CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means. A Brief Overview This position is responsible for the set-up and maintenance of all laboratory equipment, and the preparation of patients for exercise tests, as well as assists with exercise tests, research projects, the cardiac rehabilitation program and training.

What you will do 1.Conducts calibration, operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment before, during and after each procedure. (40%) 2.Prepares patient for exercise testing and assists physician-in-charge in conducting each procedure. (30%) 3.Assists in maintenance of records, compiling test results, billing for procedures and patient files. (10%) 4.Assists supervisor and director with cardiac rehabilitation program including: (10%) Identify and recruit patients Set-up and instruct classes Assist in billing for rehabilitation sessions Keep appropriate records and follow-ups 5.Assists in training of cardiology fellows and visiting physicians assigned to the lab. (10%) Education Qualifications Bachelor's Degree Exercise Science or similar field of study Required Master's Degree Exercise Physiology Preferred Experience Qualifications At least one (1) year experience in an exercise laboratory setting Required At least one (1) year an exercise laboratory setting in which at least 50% of the testing is performed on patients less than of 18 years of age Preferred or physical/ health education teaching or aerobic instruction Preferred Licenses and Certifications Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex.

American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred Skills and Abilities Knowledge of Pulmonary Function Testing and measurement of breath-by-breath respiratory indices To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As…

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