Exercise Physiologist PRN

Inova Mount Vernon Cardiac, Pulmonary and SET-PAD Rehabilitation is looking to add a PRN Exercise Physiologist to our team. Work alongside our wonderful team as we help our patients make a full recovery. Ideal candidate will have experience in this setting and be able to hit the ground running. 

Inova is consistently ranked a national healthcare leader in safety, quality and patient experience. We are also proud to be consistently recognized as a top employer in both the D.C. metro area and the nation. 

Exercise Physiologist Job Responsibilities:

 

• Develops exercise prescription and risk factor modification by incorporating comorbidities and musculoskeletal disorders, per established program (ACCVPR, ACSM, ATS, ACC, NASM) standards and guidelines, as evidenced by random chart review.
• Reviews and develops Individual Treatment Plans.
• Develops exercise and strength training programs, patient education, and behavioral health support specific to each patient to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Demonstrates proper instruction and technique for performing appropriate exercise and strength training as needed to ensure patient safety and adherence to exercise prescription, as evidenced by direct observation.
• Immediately reports significant changes in patient clinical status to appropriate members of the healthcare team and assists with emergency care according to department policy, as evidenced by direct observation.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree Exercise Physiology, Exercise Science, Exercise Physiology or Kinesiology.
• BLS within 6 months of start date. Must be from the AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION.

Certification: American College of Sports Medicine - Certified Exercise Physiologist (ACSM CEP) required upon start for Cardiac or Pulmonary Rehab Programs. Or Certified Cardiac Rehabilitation Professional (AACVPR CCRP) 

Patient focused approach to patient well-being and recovery

Ability to work on a multidisciplinary team in a collaborative innovative environment
 

We are Inova, Northern Virginia’s leading nonprofit healthcare provider. Every day, our 26,000+ team members provide world-class healthcare to the communities we serve. Our people are the reason we're a national leader in healthcare safety, quality and patient experience. And from best-in-class facilities to professional development opportunities, we support them at every step. At Inova, we're constantly striving to be ever better — to shape a more compassionate future for healthcare. 

Inova Health System is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.