Company Description

When you come to the University of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, youre coming to more than simply a beautiful 37-acre, 218-bed suburban Baltimore, Maryland campus. Youre embarking on a professional journey that encourages opportunities, values a team atmosphere, and makes convenience and flexibility a priority. Joining our team of healthcare professionals means youll be contributing to a locally and nationally recognized institution. UM St. Joseph has been recognized by The Leapfrog Group as a grade A hospital and by U.S. News & World Report as #3 in both the state and Baltimore Metro area, making UM St. Joseph the highest-ranking community hospital in Maryland. In addition, weve been consistently recognized as a top employer by Baltimore magazine.

Job Description

General Summary

• The Exercise Physiologist develops, implements, and coordinates exercise programs following the standard of the American College of Sports Medicine and American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehab and administers medical tests, under supervision, to program participants by applying methods and modalities in an organized and systematic manner according to hospital/department policies. This team member will function in the managers absence under the guidance of the Heart and Vascular Institute Director. He/she will assist in the leading the activities of the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab Program. He/she will assist the cardiopulmonary leadership team in development and quality assurance of new cardiovascular services and education events.

II. Principal Responsibilities and Tasks

• Assists, as needed, with clerical responsibilities, including but not limited to supply ordering, participant phone calls, data collections, payroll, etc. Assists the Manager in the development of quality assurance within the Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab program. Participate in the all-intra departmental task or hospital wide committees as needed. Assist in the development and direction of Mock Codes and Competencies as required by AACVPR. Collaborates with other interdisciplinary team members to implement and coordinate comprehensive educational programs for optimal patient care.

Qualifications

III. Education and Experience

• Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology, Kinesiology or related field (required)
• Minimum 5years in a Cardiopulmonary rehab setting
• Minimum of 3 years as a Clinical Exercise Physiologist Level 2
• ACSM Clinical Exercise Physiologist (Required)
• Experience with multi-disease populations (Required)
• CPR Certification (Required)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (Required)
• AACVPR Certified Cardiac Rehab Professional (Preferred)

IV. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of CMS, Joint Commission and AACVPR guidelines. Demonstrate proficiency with all job tasks and skills relating to the role of a Clinical Exercise Physiologist within the role of Cardiac and Pulmonary Rehab. Strong Verbal Communications Skills, Strong Written Communications Skills, Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Basic Computer Skills, Excellent Organizational Skills, Strong Customer Services Skills, Proven Analytical Skills.

Additional Information

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