Lead Exercise Physiologist - Atrium Health Pulmonary Rehab, Part-Time Days

Department:

36115 Atrium Health Pineville - Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Status:

Part time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

24

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday through Friday days (variable days). Will be three 8-hour shifts. No weekends. Closed on holidays that Physician's offices are closed.

Pay Range:

$28.55 - $42.85

Atrium Health Pulmonary Rehabilitation is a multidisciplinary program dedicated to improving the health, function, and quality of life of individuals with chronic respiratory conditions. The team provides evidence-based exercise training, patient education, breathing techniques, and disease management strategies to help patients increase endurance, reduce symptoms, and achieve greater independence. The Lead Exercise Physiologist plays a key role in program coordination, clinical leadership, and the development of individualized exercise plans while collaborating closely with physicians, respiratory therapists, nurses, registered dietitians and rehabilitation professionals to deliver exceptional patient-centered care.

Job Description:

The position is responsible for evaluating and treating complex patient populations across both inpatient and outpatient settings, following a referral from appropriate medical personnel. The role involves developing tailored exercise prescriptions for a diverse range of clinical populations, utilizing clinical judgment and adhering to each patient's individualized treatment plan. In addition to direct patient care, the position serves as a resource and mentor to other staff members, providing guidance and support to foster professional growth and ensure high standards of care.

Major Responsibilities:

• Evaluate complex physiological data to design and implement individualized exercise prescriptions in accordance with established clinical guidelines 
• Modify exercise prescriptions based on patient response, clinical presentation, and documented medical or musculoskeletal conditions 
• Lead the planning, development, implementation, promotion, and evaluation of exercise programming 
• Monitor exercise sessions and group activities to ensure safety, quality, and adherence to program standards 
• Provide training, orientation, and ongoing work direction to exercise staff; serve as a clinical resource and professional role model 
• Assign and review staff work; monitor productivity and ensure appropriate staffing levels 
• Participate in recruitment and selection activities; support staff development; provide performance feedback and assist with resolution of employee concerns 

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Certified Exercise Physiologist (EP) or Certified Clinical Exercise Physiologist (CEP) by the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), based on area of responsibility and scope of practice.  Roles focused on non-acute, preventive, or wellness-based programming may be filled by an ACSM Certified Exercise physiologist (EP) 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers  

Education Required:

• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent knowledge) in Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology 

Experience Required:

• 2-3 years of relevant clinical experience 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Excellent communication skills to work effectively with physicians, patients, and other staff members 
• Excellent organization, decision making, and problem solving skills 
• Strong computer skills 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to give and receive verbal communications on a continuous basis. Must be able to read written communications on a continuous basis both hard copy and on a computer screen. Able to compose written communications frequently. Able to lift and carry objects weighing 25 pounds or less occasionally. Able to perform motor skills as reaching out/up. Frequent periods of walking, standing, sitting. Infrequently squatting, twisting, and bending. 

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Masters’ degree in Health and Exercise Science or related field 

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training

• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job

• Incentive pay for select positions

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs

• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses

• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave

• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs

• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.