Exercise Physiologist, Cardiology, (Novato), Full-Time, Days

Novato, CA

ABOUT MARINHEALTH a UCSF Affiliate

Come and be a part of our healing team at the award-winning MarinHealth! Ranked in the top 3% of general hospitals in the country, we have made great strides since returning to our roots as an independent hospital. As Marin County’s only acute hospital and a vital resource for a wide range of essential health care services, it is our mission—and our passion—to excel in every medical specialty. We attract the finest physicians and employees who appreciate having the best of both worlds: the resources and medical sophistication of an academic medical center combined with the personalized, caring touch of an independent hospital.  We have an exceptionally collaborative team that adheres to the highest service excellence standards to ensure that we deliver world-class, personalized care to patients. Our Joint-Commission accredited hospital has won numerous awards and certifications in delivering best-in-class health care in the San Francisco Bay Area. 

WHAT WE OFFER

MarinHealth offers a generous suite of employee benefits, which includes a comprehensive and rich health benefits program (medical, dental, vision and prescription plans). Our robust Wellness @ Work program (e.g. onsite health & fitness classes, discounts, etc) also promotes a healthier lifestyle for employees and to support you on your Healthy Healer journey. Other benefits include, but are not limited to, a 403(b) contribution plan and company-funded retirement plan, life insurance, vacation, holiday and sick leave, which you will start accruing immediately. Our benefits are highly competitive and considered to be one of the best in the Bay Area! Find your healing place at MarinHealth.

External hires are subject to a background check and pre-employment medical screen.  Qualified applicants with arrest records and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal, state and local laws.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status and any other classifications protected by federal, state & local laws.

COMPENSATION:

We have an excellent benefits package, such as medical/vision/dental insurance, generous PTO and paid holiday, 401(k) with company match, and more!.

"THIS POSITION MAY REQUIRE TO FLOAT TO GREENBRAE/LARKSPUR CLINIC"

General Summary: 

The primary role for the Exercise Physiologist II 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. This person may educate patients on fitness performance and cardiovascular disease risk factors as part of the CV Performance Program.

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.
• In addition, performs VO2max testing that may include body composition analysis.
• Ability to design, implement, and supervise individualized exercise prescriptions for people with chronic disease and disabling conditions.
• Monitors patient heart rhythms and notifies Cardiologist of arrhythmias or symptoms during stress test.
• Monitors blood sugars pre- and post-exercise test for patients with diabetes type 1 and type 2 per protocol.
• Educates patients on cardiovascular disease risk factors.
• Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations
• Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• In-depth knowledge of exercise testing, exercise equipment and quality control that adheres to infection prevention standards.
• Mentors and trains new clinical staff within scope on Stress Tests, CPET, ECGs.
• Participates in referral and enrollment process/department policy.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

 Qualifications:

Education:

• Clinical Exercise Physiologists with Master’s degree in exercise science or related field.
• Certification as Clinical Exercise Physiologists with American College of Sports Medicine preferred  

License & Certifications:

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

Experience:

• Three to five years hands-on clinical experience in Cardiology that includes cardiopulmonary exercise testing, stress testing. 
• Fitness performance planning that includes exercise prescription development and risk factor modification education preferred.     

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

 

MarinHealth remains committed to the health and safety of our employees, patients, and the entire community. As such, MarinHealth requires employees to receive all required immunizations, including, MMR, flu (seasonal availability), and COVID-19 vaccine + booster, as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, as required.  Any exemptions from these requirements may be granted for limited and specific situations.

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.

Additional Information

• Department: 9010 - Network CAM Novato
• Job Schedule: Full Time - 40 hours/week
• Job Shift: Day
• Hours per Two-Week Period: 80
• Shift Hours: 8 Hour Shift
• Job Number: MHMN20 - 960