Exercise Physiology Technologist

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Position Summary:

Responsible for conducting effective clinical exercise stress tests based on physician orders clinical assessment and following the appropriate protocols. Responsible for recognizing and responding to emergency situations following

appropriate emergency protocols.

Hours Schedule:

• 36 hours per week Full-time
• Day Shift

What the Exercise Physiology Technologist will do:

• Performs diagnostic cardiac exercise stress test on symptomatic cardiac patients. Types of stress tests this position performs include: Treadmill stress test (may also include an echocardiogram following the treadmill portion) Nuclear stress test and Pharmacologic stress test.
• Works collaboratively with cardiac sonographers nuclear medical technologists and registered nurses.
• Follows MHSM Cardiovascular protocols for the following: patient assessment preparation ECG monitoring for changes test quality and monitoring patient within the recovery stage.
• Communicates with the Cardiologist regarding any significant abnormal ECG changes.
• Documents appropriate information throughout the entirety for physician interpretation.
• Responsible for cleaning equipment and for equipment repair notification.

What the Exercise Physiology Technologist will need:

• Bachelors Degree in Health Science or similar
• 600 hours in clinical stress testing internship
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Ability to lift to maximum of 35 pounds. Perform push and pull tasks up to 35 pounds.
• Preferred: American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) Exercise Specialist certification
• Preferred: One year of experience in related field

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives experiences and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability veteran status or any other status protected by federal state or local law.