Exercise Physiologist, Cardiology/Cardiac Testing Services, (Novato), Full-Time, Days

ABOUT MARINHEALTH
Are you looking for a place where you are empowered to bring innovation to reality? Join MarinHealth, an integrated, independent healthcare system with deep roots throughout the North Bay. With a world-class physician and clinical team, an affiliation with UCSF Health, an ever-expanding network of clinics, and a new state-of-the-art hospital, MarinHealth is growing quickly. MarinHealth comprises MarinHealth Medical Center, a 327-bed hospital in Greenbrae, and 55 primary care and specialty clinics in Marin, Sonoma, and Napa Counties. We attract healthcare's most talented trailblazers who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the pioneering medicine of an academic medical center combined with an independent hospital's personalized, caring touch.

MarinHealth is already realizing the benefits of impressive growth and has consistently earned high praise and accolades, including being Named One of the Top 250 Hospitals Nationwide by Healthgrades, receiving a 5-star Ranking for Overall Hospital Quality from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and being named the Best Hospital in San Francisco/Marin by Bay Area Parent, among others.

What We Offer
MarinHealth offers a comprehensive suite of employee benefits that support your health, wellness, and financial security. Our robust Wellness@Work program includes onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, and promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees. We also provide a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday, and sick leave. These benefits, along with our highly competitive compensation package, make MarinHealth one of the best places to work in the Bay Area. Join us and find your next career at MarinHealth.

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General Summary:

The Exercise Physiologist primary role is to provide coverage in the Testing Center department performing CPET, Stress Tests with treadmill or bike under the direction of the Supervising Cardiologist at that site. In addition, the person may educate patients on fitness performance and cardiovascular disease risk factors.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Assess fitness levels and determines appropriate exercise modalities; consults with Cardiologist as required to perform appropriate tests.
• Applies exercise science to perform stress test procedures as ordered by the Cardiologists and/or referring MDs.
• Performs VO2max testing that may include body composition analysis
• Upon request may lead exercise classes for the Phase II/Phase III Cardiac Rehab, Ornish programs; ensures safe use of exercise equipment and body mechanics and develops exercise prescription based on stress test results.
• Educates patients on cardiovascular disease risk factors.
• Monitors patient heart rhythms and notifies Cardiologist of arrhythmias or symptoms during stress test and/or exercise classes.
• Monitors blood sugars pre and post-exercise for patients with diabetes type 1 and type 2 per protocol.
• Assures cleanliness and proper functioning of all exercise equipment
• Participates in referral and enrollment process/department policy.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor of Science degree in exercise science or related field required
• Master's degree in exercise science or related field preferred
• Certification with American College of Sports Medicine preferred

License & Certifications:

• BLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.
• ACLS Certification (American Heart Association) required.

Experience:

• Experience in exercise program planning, supervision, and risk factor modification education with cardiovascular rehabilitation patients.

Behavioral Standards:

We have adopted the following standards of behavior in addition to the job responsibilities listed above so we can create and maintain an optimal workplace environment. Your application for this position assumes you agree with and can maintain the following workplace values:

• Exceptional customer service
• Professionalism on the phone, in person, and with each other
• Respectful communication with patients, vendors, volunteers, and co-workers
• Effective teamwork
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment
• A positive attitude
• A good sense of humor and fun in the workplace
• Support of each other the patients and the practice

At MarinHealth, our top priority is the well-being of our employees, patients, and community. As such, we require all employees to receive necessary immunizations, including the measles, mumps, varicella, and seasonal flu vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter. Additionally, the continued recommendation to obtain a COVID booster vaccination status. We understand that some individuals may require medical or religious exemptions from these requirements, but we remain committed to prioritizing the health and safety of all. Thank you for helping us in our efforts to maintain a healthy and safe environment for all.

The compensation for this role listed on this posting is in compliance with applicable law. The selected candidate's compensation will be determined based on the individual's skills, experience, internal/market equity factors, and qualifications. This posted minimum and maximum range represents the minimum and maximum of what we reasonably expect to compensate for the position. Furthermore, all compensation decisions are ultimately determined in accordance with our compensation philosophy. Compensation for positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by the agreements in the aforementioned document.