Exercise Physiologist in Somers Point, New Jersey at Shore Medical Center

Position Summary
The Exercise Specialist implements the comprehensive outpatient Cardiac & Pulmonary Rehab program, which also includes the maintenance program. The exercise specialist also serves as a resource for both the hospital and the community.

Core Duties and Responsibilities
• Oversees the activities of patients participating in the cardiac, pulmonary rehab and maintenance programs
• Documents in a clear and legible manner
• Recognizes and integrates patient special needs and individualizes care
• Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients, family and significant others while providing care

Minimum Requirements
• Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Physiology
• Previous heart monitoring / telemetry / EKG experience
• Previous experience in exercise & strength training
• BLS Certification through the American Heart Association; ACLS obtained within one year of employment
• Ability to Walk/Stand and Lift/Push/Pull for Extended Periods of Time
• Medical Terminology Experience
• Strong Interpersonal/Organizational/Communication Skills

Additional information
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
• This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
• Shore Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, orientation or expression; marital status, domestic partnership status, civil union status, pregnancy, race, creed, ancestry, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.