Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Exercise Physiologist Lead you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Methodist Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Exercise Physiologist Lead where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

General Statement of Duties:

The Exercise Physiologist works independently and/or in conjunction with other rehabilitation team members to evaluate, assess and provide appropriate therapeutic interventions and an individualized program tailored to each patient’s needs in both the in and outpatient settings. Ensures therapeutic goals are tailored toward achieving optimal physical and psychosocial well-being through lifestyle changes of the individual. A rehabilitation knowledge base is essential in the areas of exercise physiology, human development and aging, functional anatomy and biomechanics, human behavior, psychology, pathophysiology, risk factors, health appraisal and fitness testing, electrocardiography, emergency procedures and safety, and exercise prescription. Works collaboratively with patient care team members. Provides teaching to both patients and staff as appropriate. Serves as part of the rehabilitation team to meet identified operational needs of the department. The Lead Exercise Physiologist assists with ongoing training and precepting of new and current exercise physiologists as directed by the supervisor. The Lead Exercise Physiologist is responsible for ensuring new processes, equipment and other changes are communicated to other exercise physiologists.

Essential Job Functions:

• Provides an individual Exercise Prescription at time of patient admission based on ACSM guidelines utilizing submaximal Exercise Treadmill Test or 6 Minute Walk as a means to establish functional capacity of the patient. Calculates VO2 max / VO2 reserve and METS (metabolic equivalents on admission and throughout the program. Implements PAD (peripheral artery disease) protocol as appropriate.
• Monitors: Blood pressure, pre, during and post exercise; oxygen saturation utilizing pulse oximetry for the Pulmonary Rehabilitation or respiratory compromised patient; Blood Glucose using the Accucheck bedside monitoring equipment on patients with diabetes.
• Applies consistent knowledge in ECG rhythm identification and reports abnormalities to the Rehabilitation RN or RT. Performs 12-lead ECG (electrocardiogram) when indicated.
• Evaluates patient prior to an exercise session for contraindications for starting the exercise session. Performs body composition/BMI/anthropometric and other assessments when indicated, and updates and individualizes the exercise prescription for each patient after each exercise session. Monitors exercise adherence and provides exercise counseling when needed, and participate in the monitoring, documentation, and communication of the patient’s response to the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care (ITP) throughout the program.
• Provides patient education, to include but not limited to, risk factors for coronary artery disease, use and safe use of exercise equipment, breathing techniques, home exercise program, body composition, METS, exercise prescription and related topics i.e. Target heart rate, Rating of Perceived Exertion and Dyspnea scales, Exercise mode, intensity, frequency and duration.
• Provides the majority of the content and experience for the Exercise Physiology intern to successfully complete and master the role upon graduation.
• Works as part of a team of physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech therapists, assistants, office staff and other healthcare professionals to manage patient care and enforce safety rules.
• Participates as an active member of the health care team. Positively promotes the rest of the team to patients, families and other colleagues.
• Assists in hiring staff by participating in the peer interview process.
• Precepts new exercise physiologists to ensure department expectations, standards of care are known and followed.
• Ensures new processes, equipment, policies/procedures, etc. are communicated to exercise physiologists promptly.
• Seeks opportunities to impact the growth of the organization by promoting excellence in patient experience and providing high quality care.
• Creates and implements a personal career development plan, reviewed regularly by the supervisor.

Minimum Education, Experience Required:

Education: Bachelor’s or higher degree in kinesiology, exercise physiology, exercise science, or equivalent related degree

Experience: One of the following:

• Evidence of formal internship completion in rehabilitation and exercise prescription OR
• One year of exercise physiologist experience in rehabilitation or a clinical cardiovascular setting
• Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable).

Preferred: ASCM Clinical Exercise Specialist Certification (CES), and/or ACSM Register Clinical Exercise Physiologist (RCEP), and/or AACVPR Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (CCRP)

Minimum License, Certificates, or Registrations Required:

• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• HCA Preceptor Training within 30 days of hire

Methodist Hospital

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.

As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at www.sahealth.com and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Exercise Physiologist Lead opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.