Exercise Physiologist jobs in Illinois
Exercise Physiologist develops, implements, and evaluates exercise programs for patients. Conducts testing that assesses cardiovascular and metabolic effects of exercise for cardiac and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. Being an Exercise Physiologist follows testing protocols and selects appropriate testing protocol for the patient. Monitors patient during testing. Additionally, Exercise Physiologist calculates and records testing results. Coordinates with cross-functional patient care teams. May design exercise prescriptions, instructional materials, home exercise guidelines, and discharge instructions. Conducts exercise training sessions for patients. Requires a bachelor's degree in exercise physiology. Typically reports to a manager. The Exercise Physiologist work is generally independent and collaborative in nature. Contributes to moderately complex aspects of a project. To be an Exercise Physiologist typically requires 4 -7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGIST
- Insight
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
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WE ARE INSIGHT:At Insight Hospital and Medical Center- Chicago, we believe there is a better way to provide quality healthcare while achieving health equity. Our Chicago location looks forward to working closely with our neighbors and residents, to build a full-service community hospital in the Bronzeville area of Chicago; creating a comprehensive plan to increase services and meet community needs. With a growing team that is dedicated to delivering world-class service to everyone we meet, it is our mission to deliver the most compassionate, loving, expert, and impactful care in the world to our patients. Be a part of the Insight Chicago team that provides PATIENT CARE SECOND TO NONE! If you would like to be a part of our future team, please apply now!Short Summary:Under minimal supervision, the Exercise Physiologist is responsible for coordinating the activities of patients in outpatient cardiac rehabilitation, pulmonary rehabilitation, clinical exercise programs, and employee fitness programs. The Exercise Physiologist will also be responsible for evaluating, educating, and referring inpatients to outpatient programs when the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation nurse is unavailable. In addition, the Exercise Physiologist provides expertise in exercise physiology, exercise equipment use, and fitness program design.These duties are to be performed in a highly confidential manner, following the mission, values, and behaviors of Insight Hospital and Medical Center. Employees are further expected to provide a high quality of care, service, and kindness toward all patients, staff, physicians, volunteers, and guests.Job Responsibilities:
- Accountable to the manager of the cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and wellness program and the coordinator of the cardiac rehabilitation program.
- Recruits and schedules new patients, and assists with orientating the patients to all phases of the cardiopulmonary programs.
- Performs and documents family/patient education, risk factor identification, monitoring phase II and III exercise sessions, phase I education and evaluations when needed, and dietary counseling.
- Reports patient’s progress/problems to the appropriate physician.
- Recognizes electrocardiographic abnormalities and informs the RN who then will appropriately respond and report this information to the appropriate personnel.
- Meets with the medical director to review and discuss patient progress and patient exercise prescriptions, and to discuss any patient concerns or problems.
- Functions as a liaison with physicians.
- Responsible for knowing how to operate emergency equipment, and having it immediately available during exercise sessions.
- Provides expertise and information in the area of exercise physiology and exercise equipment to patients and staff.
- Provides for patient safety; monitors equipment and notifies the appropriate person of all broken or unsafe equipment.
- Assist in continuous quality improvement by completing necessary audits and providing findings to the manager.
- Assists the coordinator of the pulmonary rehabilitation program during pulmonary rehabilitation.
- Assists in performing heart screens and fitness testing for the community and public service agencies as applicable.
- Responsible for overseeing the clinical exercise programs and the employee fitness program.
- Responsible for overseeing and advising exercise physiology interns who complete their internships in our department.
- Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies.
- Serves as a role model of cardiovascular health.
- Alteration of schedule or work assignments in response to workload and/or staffing situations.
- Performs all other duties as assigned.
Requirements:- Master’s Degree in exercise physiology (Master of Science in Movement Sciences) preferred, clinical exercise physiology required.
- One to three years of cardiac rehabilitation or exercise testing experience is preferred.
- ACSM (American College of Sports Medicine) certification is required, or certification from a similar organization.
- Current CPR is required.
- ACLS certification eligible required.
- Must have completed an internship in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation required.
- Excellent communication skills are required.
- Familiarity with exercise equipment and exercise training and prescription required.
- Knowledge of emergency equipment use is required.
- Knowledge of basic EKGs and arrhythmia interpretation is required.
- Knowledge of pharmacology and the effects of medications with exercise is required.
- Must be able to function in a stressful environment required.
- Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field preferred.
Insight Employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to accommodation for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs.Insight is an equal-opportunity employer and values workplace diversity!
- 23 Days Ago
Exercise Physiologist
- SwedishAmerican / A Division of UW Health
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Rockford, IL
FULL_TIME
- Allied Health SwedishAmerican / A Division of UW Health SAH CARDIOPULMONARY REHAB Registry · Day/Eve · 645a-6p varies Exercise Physiologist Join the REMARKABLE team at SwedishAmerican! As a division o...
- 24 Days Ago
Exercise Physiologist
- Rush University Medical Center
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Chicago, IL
FULL_TIME
- Job Title: Exercise Physiologist Department: Preventive Medicine Shift: 1st Specialty: Preventive Medicine Job Number: 2023-1300 Date Posted: 04/06/2023 Position Type: Job Qualifications: EXERCISE PHY...
- 28 Days Ago
Exercise Physiologist
- Lakeshore Sport & Fitness
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CHICAGO, IL
FULL_TIME
- Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is Chicago's #1 Destination for Sport, Fitness & Fun! Check out all we have to offer here: https://www.lakeshoresf.com/join-our-team/. This position is at our Lincoln Park lo...
- 1 Month Ago
Exercise Physiologist (WEEKEND AVAILABILITY)
- Life Time
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Romeoville, IL
FULL_TIME
- .Position SummaryPersonal Trainers are responsible for supporting all members in championing happier, and healthier lives by building and nurturing relationships. They provide a positive member experi...
- 16 Days Ago
Clinical Exercise Physiologist 1
- Mercyhealth
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Harvard, IL
PART_TIME
- OverviewMay be involved in Phase 1 Cardiac Rehabilitation by providing education and ambulation services to patients in the hospital setting. Responsible for timely referral follow-up and intake sched...
- 19 Days Ago
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Exercise Physiologist
- Performance Optimal Health
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Darien, CT
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Exercise Physiologist
- Discover Strength
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Wayzata, MN
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- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Physiologist
- Joint Effort Llc
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Guilford, CT
- Joint Effort is a fast growing fitness concept for aging adults. We are looking to add educated, experienced, and passio...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Physiologist
- Southeast Georgia Health System
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Brunswick, GA
- INTERESTED IN LIVING THE COASTAL GEORGIA LIFE? Brunswick, GA 31520 Exercise Physiologist Southeast Georgia Health System...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Physiologist
- Lakeshore Sport & Fitness
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Chicago, IL
- Lakeshore Sport & Fitness is Chicago's #1 Destination for Sport, Fitness & Fun! Check out all we have to offer here: htt...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Physiologist
- Woods Cardiovascular Internal
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Warren, MI
- Job Description Job Description We are looking for a passionate Exercise Physiologist to help us optimize our clients' f...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Physiologist
- Trinity Health
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Mishawaka, IN
- Employment Type: Part timeShift: Day Shift Description: Exercise Physiologist - Cardiac Rehabilitation Part Time - 20 ho...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
Exercise Physiologist
- Discover Strength
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Wayzata, MN
- Why Work Here? “We believe you should do work with purpose; become an expert professional, be a part of a cohesive team,...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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