Exercise Physiologist, PRN, Winston Salem

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY:

Provides exercise and lifestyle programming to participants in a safe and productive manner. Applies proper and effective physical activity prescriptions according to ASCM guidelines and principles. Is active in the development and implementation of population-specific programs and services.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in Exercise Science, Health Promotion, or related field Exercise Programming in a healthcare environment preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION:

• BCLS required ACSM Exercise Specialist or similar certification required (must be completed within 12 months of employment)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Uses appropriate teaching methods to present education regarding functional ability, risk factors, and contraindications to exercise appropriate to the adult/geriatric population.

2. Assists with the development of participant goals and objectives appropriate for the specific population by participating in weekly and monthly team reviews and by implementing of team recommendations as documented in the patient's chart.

3. Evaluates patient progress and modifies exercise prescription.

4. Makes recommendations regarding advancement. Reviews participant records and remains knowledgeable about pertinent aspects related to physical and emotional status. Documents relevant changes and/or occurrences as they occur in participants' chart/record.

5. Displays a high level of customer relations as evidenced by no more than two (2) reported incidences per calendar year of negative interactions including telephone, personal, or written complaint. Reports customer complaints or concerns to Coordinator/Director within one (1) day of complaint.

6. Effectively promotes a positive work environment while at work and outside the facility. Demonstrates a high level of teamwork, cooperation, and respect for co-workers. Participates in marketing the Center and its programs, both in and outside the facility, on an ongoing basis.

7. Communicates effectively with physicians, health care workers, family, and participants to ensure safe, optimal treatment and care for the participant and to facilitate program operations. Assists and updates the HS Coordinator/Director with program planning, budget issues, equipment needs, identification of future services and other relevant issues.

8. Performs specified screening assessments as needed (e.g. blood glucose, blood pressure, fitness profile, etc.)

9. Attends and participates in the Center's special events and volunteers for at least one (1) Health System fund raiser each year.

10. Teaches group exercise classes and programs, as needed, as part of normal working hours.

11. Participates in all emergency drills/reviews and stays current in CPR, AED, and other relative certifications. Maintains competencies in all related areas.

12. Upholds a professional working relationship at all times and adheres to department rules. Practices teamwork and adheres to Standards of Behavior.

13. Performs other duties as assigned by management

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong computer and communication skills
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team, patients, their families, and the public

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Clean, well lit, comfortable climate
• Moderate noise environment
• Subject to stressful conditions

About Us

Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is a pre-eminent academic health system based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist is part of Advocate Health, which is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, and is the fifth-largest nonprofit health system in the United States, created from the combination of Atrium Health and Advocate Aurora Health. Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist's two main components are an integrated clinical system - anchored by Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, an 885-bed tertiary-care hospital in Winston-Salem - that includes Brenner Children's Hospital, five community hospitals, more than 300 primary and specialty care locations and more than 2,700 physicians; and Wake Forest School of Medicine, the academic core of Atrium Health Enterprise and a recognized leader in experiential medical education and groundbreaking research that includes Wake Forest Innovations, a commercialization enterprise focused on advancing health care through new medical technologies and biomedical discovery.

Wake Forest Baptist Health, Wake Forest University School of Medicine and Atrium Health have joined forces in a strategic combination that will enhance care, transform medical education and create economic opportunity for countless lives in North Carolina and beyond. As a part of that combination, the two health systems will be integrating technology and platforms, including our career sites.

This means that although you are applying on the Wake Forest Baptist Health Career Site, you receive communications from the Atrium Health Recruitment Team. Please know that this is an expected process, and thanks in advance for your flexibility.

About the Team

Mission, Vision and Culture Commitments

Mission

To improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all.

Vision

To be the first and best choice for care.

Culture Commitments

We create a space where all Belong

We Work as One to make great things happen

We earn Trust in all we do

We Innovate to better the now and create the future

We drive for Excellence - always